The Human Resources Department provide services to all County employees, department heads, and elected officials by assisting employees from recruiting to retirement.
The Human Resources Department is responsible for administering a variety of programs, activities, and services for Blount County, including employee and retiree benefits, classification and compensation, and policy administration.
The HR Department continuously strives to offer up-to-date information to county departments regarding compliance with state and federal employment regulations. The five core functions of the HR and Payroll Department are: staffing, development, compensation, safety and health, and positive employee relations.