Human Resources

The Human Resources Department develops and maintains the personnel policy, works with hiring managers to recruit qualified candidates for employment, leads employee appreciation efforts for employee retention, administers the Town’s pay and classification plan, and administers the Town’s welfare benefit programs. The department also oversees the Town’s risk management and occupational safety and health programs.

Join our Team

The Town of Kernersville seeks highly motivated, and talented candidates to join our staff. We offer a progressive pay plan as well as a competitive benefits package to our employees. Applications are accepted for open positions only and must be submitted by 11:59pm (EST) on the application deadline. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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Benefits and Compensation

  • On-site Employee Wellness Center open for all employees and participants on the health insurance plan with no cost-sharing.
  • Vacation Leave – accrual rate based on schedule/length of service
  • Sick Leave – accrual rate based on schedule
  • Paid Holidays
  • Contributory Retirement System (LGERS) – employee contributes 6% with additional employer contribution into the plan
  • 401(k) Deferred Compensation Plan Eligibility with employer contribution
  • 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Eligibility
  • Health Insurance – Employee coverage premium as low as $25/month
  • Dental Insurance – Employee Coverage premium as low as $7/month
  • Short Term Disability – Provided at no charge to employees
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability available
  • Life Insurance coverage – 2.5X Salary provided at no charge to employees
  • Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance available
  • Voluntary Vision Coverage available
  • Employee Assistance Program – Family coverage provided at no charge to employees
  • Credit Union Membership Eligibility
  • Education Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Birthday Gift Certificate
  • Annual Bonus
  • Progressive Pay Plan

Human Resources Staff

Human Resources Assistant

Jake A. Boyles
(336) 992-0306

Safety Administrator

William R McBride
(336) 564-1666

Human Resources Analyst

Crystal S. Friia
(336) 992-5445

Safety & Risk Manager

Angie D. Whitley
(336) 992-0741

Human Resources Director

Crystal D. Tanner
(336) 992-0319