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The mission of the Employee Resources Department is to align all human resource programs to ensure Marathon County is a preferred employer which attracts and retains high performing employees who contribute to the County's mission and vision.

RECRUITMENT & SELECTION

The County believes in Equal Employment Opportunity and will not unlawfully discriminate against job applicants. We work with County departments to recruit a diverse applicant pool and assist departments in selecting high performing employees to help the County achieve its mission. We strive to keep current and utilize best practices in the recruitment and selection process.

To find out what jobs are open within the County visit our Jobs Opportunities. If you need further assistance, you may contact the County Employee Resources Department (715) 261-1451 or TDD at (715) 261-1453.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

We provide training and developmental opportunities to enhance the effectiveness of County employees, promote a positive and safe work culture, and help contribute to the County being a preferred employer.

EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND HEALTH

In conjunction with Risk Management, we continuously evaluate and develop safety policies/procedures and programs to ensure employees work in a safe environment and understand the importance of utilizing safe work practices that proactively prevent work place injuries and illnesses. Additionally, we administer the worker’s compensation program for the County, including claims analysis and review to maintain a productive workforce and control costs.

COMPENSATION MANAGEMENT

We administer a compensation program to ensure an internally consistent and externally competitive pay system to attract and maintain a high performing workforce.

LABOR RELATIONS

We believe that labor and management share common interests and a cooperative relationship is an effective way for the County to achieve its mission. Additionally, we help employees understand labor contracts/policies and improve the work environment.