Job Posted January 7, 2026
Vacancy Announcement
Beaverhead County Human Resources/Payroll Clerk/Safety Coordinator
Position Details
Position Title: Human Resources/Payroll Clerk/Safety Coordinator
County: Beaverhead
Department: Human Resources
Closing Date: Open until January 23, 2026, or until filled.
Position Description
Summary
Beaverhead County is seeking to hire a Human Resources/Payroll Clerk/Safety Coordinator. Under the general direction of the Board of County Commissioners, the Human Resources Director performs a wide variety of complex and administrative tasks. The HR Department provides services, support, and expertise for County departments in the areas of human resource administration and employee and labor relations. The department works with elected officials, managers, supervisors, County employees, County-appointed boards, and the public. Work activities include ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and County policies regarding management and employment; staffing; human resource development; employee and labor relations; workplace health, safety, and security; classification and pay; and payroll and benefits administration. This position is an active, hands-on position and is not supported by clerical staff.
The HR Director establishes policies and procedures and directs or administers the personnel activities of the County, including staffing and strategic planning; recruitment and selection; compensation; employee payroll; health insurance and benefits administration; performance management; training; management of disciplinary actions; employee and labor relations for four collective bargaining contracts; and County risk management and safety.
Beaverhead County employs approximately 80 full-time employees, as well as seasonal and temporary staff. The Human Resources Director reports directly to the Board of County Commissioners.
Application Instructions
For a details job description and application, please go to: https://beaverheadcountymt.gov/human-resources/.
- Please submit completed Beaverhead County application, cover letter, resume, and three (3) references by email to: sreynolds@beaverheadcoutymt.gov or in a sealed envelope to:
ATTN: Human Resources
c/o Stacey Reynolds
Beaverhead County Clerk & Recorder’s Office
2 S. Pacific St. #3
Dillon, MT 59725
Questions?
For questions on this position or on the application process, please e-mail sreynolds@beaverheadcountymt.gov.