NEW Human Resources and Risk Management Director

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field
• Five to seven years of progressive executive-level human resources management experience in a municipal or county government
• Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PSHRA-CP, or PSHRA-SCP (or ability to obtain within two years)

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
• Human Resources leadership experience in a city or county of similar scale and complexity, or an organization with similar scale and operational complexity, including public safety and other 24/7 operations
• Experience administering multiple defined benefit and defined contribution retirement programs, together with self-insured benefits, workers’ compensation, insurance, safety, and risk management
• Demonstrated success modernizing Human Resources service delivery, manager tools, leadership development, and workforce analytics

The City of Franklin is seeking a strategic public-sector human resources leader who can guide a growing organization through complex workforce challenges while fostering a positive and accountable workplace culture. The ideal candidate will be an experienced public sector human resources professional with strong leadership, operational, and relationship-building skills. The next Director will serve as both a culture steward and a process architect—protecting Franklin’s strong workplace foundation while strengthening HR systems, accountability, and operational consistency. The successful candidate will bring strong expertise in employee relations, benefits administration, and retirement program management, as well as a deep understanding of public sector compliance requirements.

The City of Franklin is one of the most desirable communities in the United States, known for its exceptional quality of life, historic charm, and vibrant economy. Located just 15 miles south of Nashville, Franklin blends the character of a historic Southern town with the opportunities of a thriving regional hub. The city has experienced significant growth over the past two decades while remaining deeply committed to preserving its heritage and community identity.

The City of Franklin operates under a Council–Manager form of government. The Board of Mayor and Aldermen serves as the governing body and consists of nine elected members, including the Mayor. Franklin employs approximately 800 staff members and maintains a strong financial position with AAA bond ratings from both S&P and Moody’s.

The City of Franklin has engaged the services of Strategic Government Resources for the Director of Human Resources recruitment.  For consistency and completeness, candidates can only be considered if they apply through the SGR portal listed below.  All inquires should be directed to the recruitment liaison, Clay Pearson, at claypearson@governmentresource.com.