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Sumter Local Government Consulting is pleased to be assisting Fayetteville, GA, in conducting a recruitment for their next Deputy Public Services Director.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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Ideally situated approximately 20 miles south of Atlanta, Fayetteville offers the perfect balance of small\-town charm and metropolitan accessibility. For decades, the City was known as a desirable residential community for professionals commuting to Atlanta and Hartsfield\-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. This reputation was built on a strong foundation of highly regarded schools, low crime rates, and an exceptional quality of life\u2014attributes that continue to define Fayetteville today.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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The City of Fayetteville operates as a full\-service municipality under a Council\-Manager form of government, providing a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the needs of a growing and dynamic community. <\/span><\/span>Fayetteville is a strategic, forward\-thinking organization guided by a formally adopted Strategic Plan that aligns policy priorities with operational execution.<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span>In recent years, the City has invested significantly in its facilities and public spaces. The opening of the new City Hall in 2021 marked a major milestone, serving as both a functional administrative hub and a centerpiece of downtown revitalization efforts.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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The City of Fayetteville is seeking a skilled and collaborative human resources professional to serve as its next Deputy Director of Human Resources. This is a newly created position that offers a unique opportunity to build internal capacity, shape organizational culture, and support the City's workforce across all departments.<\/span>
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A central focus of this role is leading the City's Training and Development function in identifying, developing, and delivering training programs that align with the City's mission, vision, and values, while also supporting supervisory professional development and partnering with external vendors on specialized training initiatives. The Deputy Director serves as the point of contact for the HR department in the absence of the Director, and assists with the management of the City's Risk Management programs. This position also leads the City's Health and Wellness initiatives, manages exit interview processes, and recommends policy improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of HR services.<\/span><\/span>
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The ideal candidate<\/span>
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  • Integrity and character to effectively manage human resources functions in a fast\-pace environment<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Adept at determining and ordering priorities; managing delegation of responsibilities to key staff<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Positive attitude and ability to interact with citizens, elected officials, staff, and consultants<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Expertise in advising city leaders on complex and/or controversial issues<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Ability to recognize the limitations of confidentiality when dealing with employees and willingness to assert themselves to achieve outcomes in the best interest of the City<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Customer Service mentality for \u201cgetting to yes\u201d while adhering to all laws and regulations<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Humble and naturally helpful person<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Ability to read people, quickly decipher challenges and use good judgment in making difficult decisions<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Keen eye for talent<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Resourceful problem solver willing to provide others credit<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Contributes to the profession and actively engages in professional development<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Always embodies integrity and is focused on the City\u2019s best interest<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • A Skilled Cross\-Departmental Collaborator<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Experienced in Training, Development, and Program Implementation<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Knowledgeable Across Core HR Disciplines<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • A Committed People Developer<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  • Effective Communicator and Trusted Partner<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    Salary<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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    The hiring range for this position is from $105,000 \u2013 $115,000.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    Application Process<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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    For more information on this position, including supplementary documents and resources, visit the recruitment webpage at:<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    https://sumterlocalgovconsulting.com/recruitments/deputy\-hr\-director\-fayetteville\-ga/<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>
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    The first round of resume reviews will take place on May 28, 2026.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    Please refrain from contacting the City of Fayetteville\u2019s staff or elected officials. Please direct inquiries to Sumter Consulting.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    Please contact the Executive Recruiter with any questions or concerns:<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    Warren Hutmacher<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    Email: <\/span><\/span><\/span>warren@sumterconsulting.com<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span>
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    Phone: 404.535.0525 <\/span><\/span><\/span>
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    Website: <\/span><\/span><\/span>www.sumterlocalgovconsulting.com<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a>
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    Requirements<\/h3>
    City of Fayetteville Job Description<\/a><\/span>
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    Benefits<\/h3>
    City of Fayetteville Benefits Guide<\/span>\u200b<\/span><\/span><\/a>
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