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Human Resources Director

Location
Nolensville

Description:
The Town of Nolensville, TN, (approx. pop. 16,836) is seeking an experienced human resources 
professional to serve as its next Human Resources Director. Nestled within one of the most 
economically vibrant counties in Tennessee, Nolensville offers a small-town charm just 30 minutes 
away from Nashville. The Human Resources Director reports directly to the Town Manager and performs 
professional work in a variety of human resource-related tasks in the functional areas of 
recruitment, selection and retention, management practices, employment law compliance, compensation 
and benefits administration, training and development, employee relations, and risk management.

Requirements:
The  candidate  will  possess  a  Bachelor’s  degree  in  human  resource  management, 
industrial/organizational psychology, or related field, preferably. A Master’s degree in human 
resource management or industrial/organizational psychology desired. The candidate should have five 
(5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in professional, exempt level, human 
resource work, preferably in local government, or any combination of education, training, 
certification, and experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to 
successfully perform the essential job functions. PHR or SPHR and/or SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP 
certification(s) strongly preferred. Valid driver’s license required. The salary for this at-will 
position will be commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. Residency in the Town 
of Nolensville is not required.

Application Process:
Qualified applicants shall submit a cover letter, resume, and completed employment application to 
the Town of Nolensville, Attn: Chuck Downham, Assistant Town Manager, 7218 Nolensville Road, 
Nolensville, TN 37135, or email to cdownham@nolensvilletn.gov. Please upload the cover letter and 
resume as an attachment to the completed employment application that can be found on the Town 
website and submit the entire package following the instructions provided. We will be accepting 
applications through May 15, 2025. Applications will not be accepted after May 15, 2025. Position 
open until filled. For more details and to access the Position profile and employment application 
form, visit Employment Opportunities | Town of Nolensville.

Selection Process:
The Town of Nolensville will conduct initial resume screenings upon receiving applications. Only 
the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process in late May 
2025 or early June 2025. Following the selection, a formal offer will be extended, subject to the 
successful completion of the Town’s hiring procedures. The anticipated start date for the selected 
candidate is July 1, 2025, or soon after.

Inquiries:
For inquiries regarding the position or the recruitment process, please contact Chuck Downham, 
Assistant Town Manager, at 615-776-3137 or via email cdownham@nolensvilletn.gov.

The Town of Nolensville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with 
Disabilities Act, the Town may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with 
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.