Monday – Friday- 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement
Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional
Pay Grade
Pay Grade GE23
Pay Basis
Pay Basis Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$101,000 – $150,000, DOQ
Job Description
Are you a strategic, people‑centered leader with a passion for strengthening organizational culture and elevating employee experience? If so, the City of Chesapeake invites you to join our team!
We are seeking an adaptable, forward‑thinking human resources professional to serve as Human Resources Deputy Director , helping lead a department committed to exceptional service, continuous improvement, and organizational stewardship. As Virginia’s second most populous city, Chesapeake offers a dynamic and diverse environment where HR plays a vital role in supporting over 3,000 employees across 25+ departments providing a wide-variety of services to our citizens.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Human Resources Deputy Director provides strategic and operational support to the Human Resources Director, assisting with the oversight of daily departmental operations and the delivery of a broad range of HR programs and services. The Human Resources Deputy Director works within broad organizational policy and guidelines to plan, implement, and assess HR initiatives; supervise assigned staff; resolve complex personnel issues; and ensure regulatory compliance across HR functions. This position plays a critical role in advising City executives on HR strategies, guiding problem‑solving efforts, and upholding the City’s mission and CARES organizational values.
The Human Resources Deputy Director may oversee one or more key HR functional areas, including:
benefits administration, learning and development, employee/labor relations and EEO , absence management and ADA compliance, classification and compensation, HRIS , and talent acquisition.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Provide strategic leadership and direct supervision to HR staff, including training, guidance, direction, evaluation, and constructive feedback.
- Develop, revise, and interpret HR policies and procedures; respond to inquiries regarding HR programs and City policies.
- Support the Director in managing daily operations of the HR department and implementing policies, long‑range plans, and organizational priorities.
- Provide guidance on resolution of HR issues and departmental concerns; advise executives on strategies for effective problem‑solving.
- Oversee assigned functional area(s) such as benefits, learning and development, employee relations/ EEO , ADA /absence management, classification and compensation, HRIS , or talent acquisition.
- Manage special assignments and complex HR projects delegated by the Director.
- Lead or participate in staff meetings, City-wide workgroups, and professional development sessions.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, timelines, HR standards, and City policy.
- Uphold and model the City’s CARES values : courteousness, attentiveness, resourcefulness, empowerment, and stewardship.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure , for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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Required Qualifications
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, public administration, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the education standards, this position requires a minimum of five years of related, full-time equivalent HR experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards .
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
- Significant experience working within the public sector.
- Experience overseeing multiple HR functional areas in a large, complex organization.
- Project management experience and familiarity with HR enterprise systems.
- Experience in labor relations/ collective bargaining.
- PHR , SPHR , SHRM -CP, SHRM - SCP , and/or PSHR -CP certification(s).
- CCP , CEBS , CBP , CERP , or CLRP certification is a plus.
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 07/31/2026
Job Close Date
Job Close Date 08/30/2026
Open Continuous No
Special Instructions to Applicants
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Walking
Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting
Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Lifting Amount
Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs
Carrying
Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Carrying Weight
Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs
Reaching
Reaching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Handling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Fine Dexterity
Fine Dexterity Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Kneeling
Kneeling N = Never
Crouching
Twisting
Twisting N = Never
Climbing
Vision
Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
Foot Controls Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Protective Equipment Required
Health and Safety
D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never
Mechanical Hazards
Mechanical Hazards N = Never
Chemical Hazards
Chemical Hazards N = Never
Electrical Hazards
Electrical Hazards N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
Explosives N = Never
Communicable Diseases
Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never
Other
If Other, Description
D = DailyW = Several Times Per WeekM = Several Times Per MonthS = SeasonallyN = Never
Dirt and Dust
Dirt and Dust S = Seasonally
Extreme Temperatures
Extreme Temperatures N = Never
Noise and Vibration
Noise and Vibration N = Never
Fumes and Odors
Fumes and Odors N = Never
Wetness/Humidity
Wetness/Humidity N = Never
Darkness or Poor Lighting
Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never
Primary Work Location
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Time Pressures Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Emergency Situations N = Never
Frequent Change of Tasks
Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Temporarily
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests 0
Maximum Requests 2
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review link in posting for details.
- Yes
- No