Human Resources Director

The City of Edina, MN (pop. 53,318). The City of Edina, a premier first-ring suburb on the southwestern border of Minneapolis, Minnesota, seeks an experienced, strategic problem solver and relationship builder to serve as its next Human Resources Director.

Edina is a part of the Twin Cities metro which is home to more than 3.4 million residents. Known for its outstanding quality of life, the community is home to an estimated 53,318 residents within an area of nearly 16 square miles. Edina is served by several major highways that bring thousands of people into the community every day. Minnesota State Highways 62 and 100 divide the city into four sections. U.S. Highway 169 and Minnesota Highway 100 extend north and south. Interstate Highway 494 and Minnesota Highway 62 extend east and west.

The City of Edina is a statutory city operating under the council-manager form of government. The Human Resources Director reports to the Assistant City Manager and serves as a key member of the City’s Executive Leadership Team as one of 10 department directors. The HR Director oversees all HR programs, services and systems, including talent acquisition, labor and employee relations, classification and compensation, benefits, safety and risk management, compliance, policy development and organizational development. The HR Director serves as the lead negotiator with the City’s six unions. The HR Director is responsible for ensuring that people systems align with the City’s strategic goals, values and culture.

The HR Department consists of 6.25 FTEs, including an Assistant HR Director, HR Generalist, Staffing Specialist, Payroll Specialist, Risk & Safety Manager, HR Support Specialist (PT) and HR Project Manager (PT). The department also receives formalized support from the City’s Organizational Development Manager. The department partners with 10 City departments and supports more than 350 full-time and 400-500 seasonal and part-time employees annually, with more than 1,000 people employed over the course of a typical year.

Edina maintains a strong financial position, with a 2026 total budget of $224 million, including a $70.9 million General Fund. The City holds AAA/Aaa bond ratings from S&P Global and Moody’s, respectively.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Industrial Relations, Public or Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• At least eight years of progressively responsible human resources experience.
• At least five years of direct supervisory experience.
• Previous experience with organized labor, including collective bargaining, contract administration and grievance processes.
• Valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Desired Experience and Traits

• Experience in public sector human resources within organizations comparable in size and complexity to the City of Edina.
• At least three years working with organized labor, including collective bargaining, contract administration and grievance processes.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The 2026 salary range for the Human Resources Director is $138,727-$173,409. The City of Edina offers a competitive benefits package, including participation in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) pension plan, medical and dental insurance, life insurance, paid leave programs and additional voluntary benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are accepted through the end of the day on Monday, December 29, 2025. Interested candidates should apply online with resume, cover letter and contact information for five professional references to www.GovHRjobs.com Confidential inquiries may be directed to Pam Dmytrenko, Tel: 612-747-7714, MGT Approved Independent Executive Recruiter. First-round interviews with the City of Edina are anticipated on January 29, 2026. The City of Edina, MN, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.