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March 28, 2025 @ 9:47 am
Colleen Gildee - Director of Human ResourcesColleen Gildee has recently been selected as the Director of Human Resources (HR) for Montgomery County Government.
With more than 20 years of experience, Gildee is an accomplished HR director who is passionate about fostering strong, meaningful relationships in the workplace and dedicated to cultivating environments where employees feel valued, connected, and empowered.
“We are happy to welcome Colleen to the MoCo team and are confident in the expertise she will bring to the HR department and our staff. I look forward to the initiatives she will introduce and am confident her experience will strengthen and support our staff,” said County Mayor Wes Golden.
Before joining Montgomery County, Gildee served as the Director of Human Resources for the Waynesboro Area School District in Waynesboro, PA. In that impactful role, she concentrated on talent management, employee development, and shaping a vibrant organizational culture that aligns with the district's goals. Her previous experiences also include serving as Director of HR and Risk Management at the YMCA and consulting for nonprofits.
"I am honored to be working for Montgomery County and look forward to learning how I can best support the staff and community in this role! I am excited to be back in Tennessee and call Clarksville home." Colleen expressed, embodying her dedication to service.
She holds a master’s in human resource management from the University of Maryland and possesses SPHR and SHRM-CP certifications. As a lifelong learner, she remains committed to continuous growth and development in the HR field.
Colleen and her husband, John, are excited to embrace their journey in Clarksville, eagerly returning to Tennessee.
For more information on Montgomery County Human Resources, visit https://mcgtn.org/human-resources
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