Personnel Officer, Seneca County

SENECA COUNTY, NY
Invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of:

PERSONNEL OFFICER
Salary Commensurate with Experience / DOQ
Current Salary: $110,000-$125,000

Job Description
Seneca County is seeking an experienced Personnel Officer to lead its personnel, labor relations, and employee development functions. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to shape workforce policies, improve operational efficiency, and promote a positive and collaborative workplace culture. The Personnel Officer will act as a trusted advisor to County leadership, ensuring compliance with Civil Service Law, labor agreements, and state and federal employment regulations. The role also carries a strong focus on fairness, accountability, and continuous improvement across the County workforce.
Personnel Officer – Seneca County, New York

Salary: $110,000-$125,000
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Location: Waterloo, N.Y.
Reports To: County Manager / Board of Supervisors
Applications accepted until position is filled.
First Review of Resumes is expected take place the week of 10/20

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, testing, classification, payroll certification, and employee benefits for County departments and municipalities.
• Represent the County in labor negotiations and collective bargaining; resolve grievances and advise department heads on labor and personnel issues.
• Administer the County compensation plan and provide guidance on staffing, workforce planning, and budget preparation.
• Lead training, professional development, and employee wellness initiatives, including the County’s Employee Assistance Program.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including ADA, FLSA, FMLA, and Affirmative Action requirements.
• Build strong working relationships with County departments, municipal agencies, elected officials, and community partners.
• Advise the County Manager, Board of Supervisors, and department leaders on policies, procedures, and workforce strategies.

How to Apply
To express interest, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of three (3) professional references via email. For clarity in document handling, please format your files as follows:

• FirstName LastName resume
• FirstName LastName cover letter
• FirstName LastName references

All application materials will be held in confidence and should
be sent to Melissa Taylor, Deputy County Manager:
MTaylor@co.seneca.ny.us

Subject line: Personnel Officer - Seneca County

First Review of Resumes is expected take place the week of 10/20
Seneca County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.