Fairfield Hires New Director Of Human Resources

FAIRFIELD, CT — The Town of Fairfield has named Regina Williams as its new Director of Human Resources, officials announced this week. She replaces former HR Director Cathleen Simpson, who held the position for three years before resigning last year.

Williams will oversee workforce administration and labor relations for the town and serve as a member of the executive leadership team. In that role, she will advise First Selectperson Christine Vitale, department heads, and town boards on personnel policies, organizational strategy, and compliance with state and federal employment laws.

According to the town, Williams' responsibilities will include recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, training, and coordination with labor unions representing municipal employees.

Williams most recently served as Director of Human Resources at New York Medical College, where she worked with the institution’s senior leadership and led efforts to update its human resources practices. Prior to that, she spent 17 years as Assistant Director of Human Resources for Greenwich Public Schools.

Vitale said Williams' experience makes her a good fit for the position.

"Gina's experience in both the private and public sectors makes her exceptionally well suited for this position," Vitale said in a statement. "She understands the importance of collaborative contract negotiations, fair labor practices, and supporting employees so they can do their best work for Fairfield residents."

Williams holds a master’s degree in human resources management from the University of Connecticut School of Business and is a Senior Certified Professional through the Society for Human Resource Management.

She lives in New Milford with her two adult children and volunteers with the Danbury Animal Welfare Society.