CITY OF ST. PETE BEACH, FL

The City of St. Pete Beach is a Gulf Coast barrier island community in west-central Florida, close to St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay.  The city is approximately 2.25 square miles and has a year-round resident population of about 8,900.  St. Pete Beach is frequently recognized as a premier destination and has received the Travelers’ Choice award from TripAdvisor as the top-ranked beach in the United States.  The City is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Human Resources, which reports to and works collaboratively with the City Manager.  The City has approximately 159.5 FTEs and a total FY2026 Expense Budget of $122.6 million, including a General Fund of $45.2 million.  The City provides traditional services, including fire protection and emergency medical services; maintenance of parks, streets, beaches, and infrastructure; planning and zoning; recreation services and amenities; library; wastewater collection; reclaimed water; and stormwater drainage management.  

The City seeks candidates to become part of a transformative leadership team and drive strategic development of the organization in a highly innovative and supportive team-oriented environment.  Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or a directly related field, and at least five (5) years progressively responsible human resources management experience in the public sector or an equivalent of training/experience.  A Master’s degree and an HRCI or SHRM certification are preferred.   Salary range is $101,821 – $162,913; starting salary is dependent upon qualifications and accompanied by a competitive benefits package.  

The first review of resumes will take place on November 24, 2025; the position is open until filled.  To apply, visit www.srnsearch.com and apply online.  Questions should be directed to S. Renée Narloch, President, S. Renée Narloch & Associates, at (850) 391-0000 or info@srnsearch.com.  A detailed brochure is available.  The City of St. Pete Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to a drug-free workplace, and abides by the Florida Veterans’ Preference.  Under Florida’s Public Records/Sunshine Laws, applications and resumes are subject to public disclosure.