Director of Human Resources

The Director of Human Resources role is based in the United States and offers an exciting opportunity to lead both the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of a growing HR function. As a trusted advisor to executive leadership, you will shape people strategies that drive organizational success while fostering a positive, high-performing workplace culture.

Accountabilities

• Lead and oversee all Human Resources functions, ensuring alignment between people strategies and business objectives.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, employee engagement, talent management, and succession planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee programs while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and corrective measures while promoting fairness and consistency.
• Manage performance review processes, leadership development initiatives, employee training, onboarding, and retention programs to support workforce growth.
• Oversee employee benefits administration, vendor relationships, HR audits, compliance reporting, and employment documentation.
• Direct HR operations, including HRIS administration, employee records management, onboarding, offboarding, process improvements, and workforce reporting.
• Monitor HR metrics and develop dashboards that support data-driven decision-making and organizational effectiveness.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the Human Resources Generalist while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the HR team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits administration, and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting organizations operating within regulated environments; experience with government contracting is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization while maintaining confidentiality and exercising sound judgment.
• Experience with HRIS platforms, including employee records management and HR reporting; familiarity with Paychex is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage HR metrics to improve processes and organizational performance.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or PHR) is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal contractor compliance requirements, including OFCCP and affirmative action programs, is considered a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $110,000.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including 15 days during the first year and 20 days annually after one year of service.
• 11 company-paid holidays.
• Tuition assistance to support ongoing professional development.
• Voluntary employee benefit programs.
• Corporate discounts.
• Opportunities for career growth, leadership development, and professional advancement within a collaborative work environment.