Mission Statement

The mission of the Human Resources Department is to attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented workforce, fostering a positive and productive work environment that supports the mission of Beaufort County. We are committed to delivering exceptional HR services and solutions that enhance the overall employee experience, promote a culture of inclusion and respect, and drive organizational success.

Vision Statement

To be recognized as an employer of choice by cultivating a supportive, inclusive and innovative work environment where every employee is valued, engaged, and inspired to achieve their fullest potential.

Values

Integrity: We are dedicated to upholding integrity by consistently doing what is right. We will
always act with honesty, transparency, and the highest ethical standards.

Respect: We treat all individuals with dignity and respect, valuing diverse perspectives and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and heard.

Excellence: We strive for excellence in all HR practices, continually seeking to improve our processes and deliver outstanding services.

Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration, working together across departments and with employees to achieve common goals.

Innovation: We embrace change and innovation, encouraging creative solutions and new approaches to enhance our HR practices.

Employee Development: We are dedicated to the professional growth and development of our employees, providing opportunities for learning, career advancement, and personal enrichment.

Well-being: We prioritize the well-being of our employees, promoting a healthy work-life balance and offering resources and support to ensure their physical, mental, and emotional health.

Benefits

Beaufort County offers the following benefits to qualified full time employees:

• Health, Dental, Vision (with affordable employee contributions)
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Ancillary Products through Allstate, which include
  • Cancer
  • Accidental
  • Critical Illness 
  • Whole Life Insurance with a Long Care Term Rider
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Thirteen (13) paid Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Paid Personal Leave Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Scheduling/Remote Work
• Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA) membership

See "Leave" and "Benefits" tabs for more information!

 

Your opportunity to join our team and make a

difference in Beaufort County starts here!

  

DEPARTMENT STAFF

Human Resources Director
Katherine Mead

Human Resources Deputy Director
Emily Stewart

Executive Assistant
Leslie Saucedo

Workforce Development Specialist
Amber Black

Human Resources Recruiter
Ciara Hall

Wellness Coordinator                                                                                                                                              Mary Madison

Human Resources Specialists
Natalie Garvin                                                                                                                                                              Clarissa Bickham                                                                                                                                                          Samantha McFarlane                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Human Resources Assistant
Melissa Beere