Assistant to Town Manager - Human Resources Coordinator

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Assistant to Town Manager - Human Resources Coordinator

Weekly Hours: 37.5 Hours / Week

Title: Assistant to Town Manager - Human Resources Coordinator

Location: Town Hall

Bargaining Unit: Non-Union

Hiring Rate: $66,682.13

Summary

The Town of Shrewsbury, a full-service local government driven by high performance and creativity, is seeking an Assistant to Town Manager - Human Resources Coordinator to play a pivotal role in shaping our workforce strategy, enhancing HR operations, and supporting employees and department heads across the organization. The successful candidate will join an excellence-driven Human Resources Department Team consisting of the Director, an Assistant to Town Manager - Human Resources Coordinator, and a Benefits Coordinator.

In Shrewsbury, we’re not just filling a position—we’re building a modern, forward-thinking HR team that values innovation, efficiency, and employee success. If you're passionate about recruitment, HR operations, policy implementation, and strategic workforce planning, this is your opportunity to contribute to a municipality that prioritizes competitive compensation, professional growth, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do:

1. Lead recruitment and hiring efforts, ensuring we attract and retain top talent.
2. Support policy development and compliance, keeping our HR practices aligned with evolving laws and best practices.
3. Assist in benefits administration and risk management, ensuring employees have the support they need.
4. Partner with department heads to provide HR guidance, process optimization, and strategic workforce planning.
5. Maintain and improve HR systems, personnel records, and compliance standards to enhance operational efficiency.

Why Shrewsbury?

1. Competitive Pay & Growth – Performance-based salary adjustments reward your contributions.
2. Comprehensive Benefits – Robust health insurance, paid family medical leave, generous paid time off, and more.
3. A Culture of Excellence – Be part of a high-performing HR team in a modernized, strategic municipal government.
4. Innovation & Impact – Help drive HR modernization efforts that enhance employee experience and community satisfaction.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring expertise, initiative, and fresh ideas to a progressive municipal HR team, we want to hear from you! For more information about this opportunity, please review the full job description. When applying for this position, a cover letter and resume may be sent via email to Kristina Ordung, Human Resources Director, at jobs@shrewsburyma.gov, indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line. The position is open until filled with an initial review of applicants April 18, 2025.