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Human Resources

Welcome to Barnstable County Human Resources.

Our team performs a variety of functions that includes the overall administration of human resources operations for the County’s nearly 250 employees.

Key service areas include:

  • recruiting
  • benefits administration
  • payroll administration
  • policy development and compliance
  • position management
  • performance management
  • employee relations
  • training and development,
  • HR reporting and records maintenance.

We are dedicated to ensuring fairness and equity for employees and citizens seeking employment within Barnstable County.

Mission

The purpose of the Human Resources division is to provide exceptional and innovative leadership, service, and support in staffing, employee and labor relations, benefits administration, compensation, training and development, to employees and management while maintaining and promoting a work environment of trust and respect that adheres to all federal, state and county regulations. 

Human Resources