Committee discusses adding duties, reports for director of human resources

Sep 17, 2026

Members proposed administrative-code language to add duties and reporting requirements for the director of human resources; the solicitor said council can amend the administrative code but cannot compel executive subordinates to act in ways the charter consigns to the executive.

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The committee reviewed proposed administrative-code amendments listing additional responsibilities for the director of human resources, including conducting job re-evaluations, determining market pay, and providing recommendations to council for adjusted pay ranges. Chair noted Section 19.02 already lists HR duties and argued that council’s authority to amend the administrative code supports adding specifications and reporting requirements.

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