Human Resources Director

Colusa County is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead and strengthen its countywide human resources programs while supporting employees, leadership, and the community it serves. This key leadership role partners closely with the County Administrative Officer, Board of Supervisors, and department heads to guide recruitment, labor relations, classification, compensation, and employee relations across the organization.

This position offers a rewarding opportunity for an experienced, collaborative HR professional who values integrity, sound judgment, and public service. The Human Resources Department is a service-oriented team committed to fairness, transparency, and practical problem-solving within a supportive and respectful work environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and a people-centered approach to complex employment matters.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting County operations, strengthening the workforce, and helping build a professional, responsive, and service-oriented organization. If you’re ready to lead with purpose, inspire others, and make an impact that matters, we invite you to apply today. 

What are the benefits? Colusa County is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, including but not limited to:

• A beautiful, safe community in which to work and serve
• WORK-LIFE BALANCE
• A LIFETIME PAYCHECK (3% @ 60 for Classic Members and 2% @ 62 for New Members)
• Amazing health care BENEFITS at NO COST to you –Unless you choose a premium health care plan. 
• Enjoy the incredible benefit of a 37.5-hour work week.
• We proudly recognize your prior public service. With Vacation Parity, eligible candidates receive credit toward vacation accrual for previous service with a public agency—including cities, counties, districts, military service, and similar entities. That means you may start your Colusa County career with more vacation time from day one, honoring the experience and dedication you’ve already earned. It’s our way of saying: your service matters—and it follows you here.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in human resources, public administration, business administration, or a related field, along with at least five years of progressively responsible professional human resources experience. This experience must include responsibility for directing and determining policy for comprehensive human resources programs, with a minimum of two years of supervisory experience. Public-sector experience, or demonstrated experience interpreting and applying complex, highly regulated employment frameworks, is preferred but not required.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with initial review starting February 15, 2026.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and serve a close-knit, forward-thinking community—Colusa County welcomes you. Click here to apply now!

QUESTIONS? Contact the Colusa County Human Resources Department at (530) 458-0420 or hbautista@countyofcolusaca.gov