Description

The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) is the state’s sales and marketing arm, the lead agency for attracting new business investment, encouraging the expansion of existing industry and small businesses, and locating new markets for Georgia products. As the state’s official destination marketing organization, it drives traveler visitation and promotes the state as a location for film and digital entertainment projects. GDEcD is responsible for planning and mobilizing state resources for economic development, fostering innovation and the arts to drive opportunity from the mountains to the coast.  

The Commissioner's Office team at GDEcD encompasses key leadership roles including the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel and Human Resources. This team oversees critical functions that support the Department's mission and objectives, sets strategic priorities and promoted a collaborative, productive work environment.

The Director of Human Resources will supervise a Human Resources Generalist and manage day-to-day human resources functions for an organization of 150-200 team members. Must establish and maintain a strong knowledge of business operations to provide advice and guidance to team members and managers in support of management objectives. Primary areas of responsibility include: human resources operation, policy, employee relations, performance management and compensation/benefits administration. See attached description for additional details. 

Requirements

Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Human resources operation:

Process human resources and payroll transactions in the state’s Human Resources Management System (Workday as of April, 2026).

Oversee semi-monthly payroll processing by Payroll Shared Services at the State Accounting Office in conjunction with GDEcD accounting team; analyze and resolve errors and discrepancies.

Policy: 

Establish and maintain thorough knowledge of State Personnel Board Rules, State and Federal laws, GDEcD and statewide policies and procedures governing human resources in Georgia state government.

Develop GDEcD human resources and operational policies and procedures.

Oversee enforcement of policies and procedures related to human resources functions, as well as investigations into policy violations, as necessary.

Employee relations: 

Manage employee relations ensuring that all employees are treated with fairness and consistency; advising team members and managers to promote a productive, healthy work environment; facilitating conflict resolution; managing the disciplinary process as necessary.

Provide information and advice to team members, supervisors and managers regarding personnel policies, practices and regulations.

Provide supervision, evaluation, and accountability training to supervisors and managers.

Performance management: 

Assist hiring managers with drafting and finalizing job announcements; verifying prescribed minimum qualifications; post to appropriate sources; screen applicants; advise and assist with interviewing and selection.

Manage employee hiring and onboarding programs to ensure a smooth transition for new hires, including job offers, background checks/e-verify, new hire processing, conducting orientation, scheduling training, and ensuring that administrative requirements are completed.

Manage performance management processes ensuring that employees receive constructive feedback and recognition; oversee employee training and development programs to enhance skills and career growth.

 Compensation and benefits administration:

Educate team members regarding benefit offerings, open enrollment, qualifying events, accessing benefits or care, and processing claims.