Job Title: Associate Director - Human Resources
Requisition #: 704205-072426
Department: Human Resources
Primary Location: Ohio-Franklin County-Columbus
Work Location: 855 W. Mound Street, 43223
Union Covered Position: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Minimum Starting Salary: $31.97 per hour
Number of Openings: 1
Posting Start Date: 07/24/2026
Posting Close Date: Postings are available for a minimum of 10 days after the Posting Start Date. Postings may be extended or rescinded at Agency's discretion after 10 days. All submissions received within the first 10 days will be considered.
How to Apply:
Email your updated resume to [email protected].
Who We Are:
Franklin County Children Services (FCCS) is a large, metropolitan child welfare agency with more than 300 caseworkers and 400 support staff members dedicated to child protection and family stability. FCCS believes in investing our time and resources to attract and hire an engaged, talented, and diverse workforce that is committed to protecting children by strengthening families.
What You Will Do – Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Employee is under administrative direction from Human Resources Director; Manages all aspects of the recruitment team; directly supervises Human Resources Capital Management Analysts.
The employee will help the agency achieve CFSR standards and help ensure service delivery that focuses on Safety, Permanency and Well-being for the families served by the agency. The employee is committed to practicing cultural competence by: working respectfully and effectively with people of all cultures, classes, races, genders, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, mental and physical abilities, ages and appearances in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of individuals, families and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each.
- Assists HR Director in developing and executing strategies that serve to attract and retain talent;
- Responsible for all aspects of day-to-day operations of HR Recruitment team, implementing recruitment and retention efforts ensuring compliance with state/federal statutes, ORC/OAC and CBA;
- Directly supervises HR generalist, including managing all direct reports performance, development, and engagement.
- Assists in the review and redesign of the FCCS applicant tracking system;
- Ensures vacancies are advertised in appropriate venues to attract a diverse candidate pool;
- Prepares reports as requested and assists with special projects.
- Ensures onboarding of new staff is implemented according to FCCS standards.
- Ensures all personnel files are maintained and uploaded to OnBase accordingly.
- Conducts investigations and/or pre-disciplinary hearings.
- Attends meetings and trainings as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
What We Offer You:
- Hiring Bonus up to $1,500
- Quality benefits including bundled Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage starting at $86 per pay!
- Generous Vacation, Sick and Personal leave accruals along with 10 paid holidays
- Retirement Pension through the Ohio Public employment Retirement System
- 457(b) retirement savings plan through Ohio Deferred Compensation
- No Cost Life Insurance Coverage up to $50,000
- Tuition Reimbursement
- EAP Program
- Annual Cost of Living Increases
- Personal and Financial Wellness opportunities through the Franklin County ThriveOn Program
- A true hybrid work environment for most positions after completing probation!
- More!
What will make you successful in this role:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business administration or public administration;
- 24 months experience in human resources which includes 12 months experience in supervisory and/or management principles and techniques
What we hope you bring to the role:
- Master’s degree in human resources or related field;
- 5-10 years public sector related human resources experience.;
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification;
- Demonstrated experience at key administrative level with significant supervisory experience;
- Demonstrated commitment to cultural diversity
Certifications or Licensure:
- Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with automobile insurance that complies with Franklin County Children Services agency policy.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. Franklin County Children Services is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Job-specific Physical Requirements:
- Ability to operate standard office equipment in the performance of job functions
- Sits, walks, drives and stands throughout the day. May be required to lift up to 10-15 pounds.
- Occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling and reaching
What is the Work Environment Like?
- Typical hybrid office environment with eligibility to work a hybrid schedule after completing probation.
- May be asked to visit other FCCS sites, recruitment events, agency event sites and homes or other facilities
To learn more about FCCS, please visit our careers page.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Pay: From $31.97 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbus, OH 43223
