People Operations Manager

People Operations Manager

Salary

$86,936.31 - $115,190.61 Annually

Location

18500 Murdock Circle Port Charlotte 33948, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-00218

Department

PEOPLE OPERATIONS

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

7/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NB

• Description
• Benefits

How You Can Help Us Make a Difference

Charlotte County is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and service-oriented People Operations Manager with a focus on Talent Acquisition to lead the Countys strategic recruitment and hiring initiatives. This position is responsible for developing and executing talent acquisition strategies that attract, engage, and retain a highly qualified workforce dedicated to public service.

The People Operations Manager oversees the Talent Acquisition function while partnering with County leadership to anticipate workforce needs, strengthen the employer brand, improve the candidate experience, and ensure recruitment practices are efficient, equitable, and compliant with applicable laws and regulations.

As a member of the People Operations leadership team, this position helps advance a culture focused on exceptional customer service, operational excellence, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.

Education & Credentials That Power This Role

Education and Experience:

An equivalent combination of relevant training, education, and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree

• Preferred:

• Finance

• Human Resources

• Business Administration

• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in people operations; recruitment/staffing & onboarding, compensation / pay plan maintenance / total rewards management, training & development programs, employee relations, labor relations, FMLA, retirement plan management, benefits, wellness, safety and People Operations Information Systems to include lead or supervisory experience.

• Preferred:

• PHR: Professional in Human Resources / SPHR: Senior Professional in Human Resources

• SHRM-CP: SHRM Certified Professional / SHRM-SCP - SHRM Senior Certified Professional

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

• CWC: Certified in Workers' Compensation

• WCCA: Workers' Compensation Claims Administration

Licenses and/or Certificates: N/A

Your Purpose & Day-To-Day Journey

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.
• Knowledge of operations and practices of local government, as well as current trends and practices of public people operations administration.
• Knowledge of best practices pertaining to employee compensation, performance management programs, and People Operations Information Systems processes.
• Knowledge of research techniques, and ability to conduct in-depth research and implement related recommendations.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Skill in the creation and production of statistical reports and spreadsheets, as well as database development and management.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing, to include public speaking.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to create and write policy recommendations to People Operations Director
• Ability to create and write comprehensive class specifications and position descriptions.
• Ability to make recommendations and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems.
• Ability to lead and/or direct a team of subordinates and/or peers.
• Ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives.
• Ability to analyze and exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental functions, procedures and policies.
• Skill in the use of standard office computer equipment and software applications; ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, service providers, other employees, and the general public.

Extra Details You Should Know

All positions are subject to emergency activation. As such, the terms and conditions of the specification, as outlined below, are subject to modification based on the needs of any emergency activation. In addition, some positions may require a special license, screening clearance, or other credential that may not be specifically listed in the class specification. The employee's inability to obtain, or the loss of, any credential reasonably required to fulfill the essential job functions may disqualify an employee from continued employment. Charlotte County reserves the right to change class specifications, to meet operational needs, without prior notice.

All positions with Charlotte County may be subject to drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Program and/or County policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Walking, sitting, hearing, seeing up close, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment.

RISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS

The position requires no exposure or risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety.

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Charlotte County is an Affirmative Action, ADA and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As a veterans preference employer, certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans' preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply. In addition, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.

All positions with Charlotte County may be subject to drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Program and/or County policy.

Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive benefits package to regular full-time employees.

Charlotte County Benefits & Total Rewards

Employer Charlotte, County of (FL)

Address 18500 Murdock Circle

Room 130

Port Charlotte, Florida, 33948

Phone 941-743-1260

Website https://www.CharlotteCountyFL.gov