City of Fort Smith Appoints Eric Garvin as Director of Human Resources
Fort Smith, AR — The City of Fort Smith is pleased to announce the appointment of Eric Garvin as Director of Human Resources, effective September 14, 2025.
Garvin has been with the City since 2018, serving in multiple leadership roles within the Human Resources Department. His tenure includes positions as HR Generalist, Deputy Director of Human Resources, and most recently, Acting Director.
In his new role, Garvin will oversee all Human Resources functions for the City, including policy administration, recruitment and talent management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, training and safety, compliance, and risk management.
“I look forward to supporting our exceptional workforce and advancing initiatives that enhance the employee experience across all departments, “ said Garvin. "My priority is to align our people strategy with the City’s organizational goals – fostering employee engagement, professional growth, and operational excellence. Our employees are at the heart of delivering high-quality services to the citizens and visitors of Fort Smith, and I am committed to ensuring they have the support and resources needed to succeed.”
Please join us in congratulating Eric Garvin on this well-deserved appointment!
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