Human Resources Director
Position Overview
The Human Resources Director is both a strategic partner and the face of HR for the organization. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who has owned HR end-to-end and can demonstrate real results in building and strengthening HR programs. You will partner with leadership to shape strategy while ensuring consistent execution across the employee experience. As part of the leadership team, this role is a key partner in shaping and growing the business.
What You’ll Do
Lead with Ownership and Experience
Own employee relations, investigations, corrective actions, and terminations with confidence and consistency
Make sound, timely decisions and ensure alignment across leadership
Address issues directly and proactively, not reactively
Partner with executive leadership to align people strategies with business objectives
Drive workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy
Use data, experience, and judgment to influence business decisions
Build the Face of HR
Build trust as a visible, approachable, and credible leader across the organization
Coach managers to lead effectively and hold them accountable
Communicate clearly and directly, especially in difficult situations
Lead Performance and Accountability
Lead performance management, including reviews, feedback cycles, and development planning
Ensure employees understand expectations and where they stand
Reinforce a culture where both results and behaviors matter
Own Total Rewards
Lead and evolve the company's total rewards strategy, including compensation structure, benchmarking, and pay practices
Partner with leadership to ensure compensation decisions are consistent, competitive, and aligned to company philosophy
Oversee benefits strategy, broker relationships, and open enrollment processes
Build and Scale HR Infrastructure
Develop and refine HR policies, procedures, and systems that support a growing organization
Optimize HR technology (including ADP and engagement platforms) to improve efficiency and experience
Ensure accurate, efficient HR operations, including payroll oversight
Strengthen Talent and Development
Oversee talent acquisition strategy and ensure effective hiring processes
Lead learning, development, and succession planning initiatives
Provide training and guidance that strengthens leadership capability and reduces risk
Protect the Business and Culture
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws
Proactively reduce risk through strong policies, training, and consistent practices
Manage workers’ compensation, unemployment, and other employment-related matters
What You Bring
7+ years of progressive HR experience with clear ownership of HR functions
Proven experience leading employee relations, investigations, and performance management
Demonstrated ability to build and improve HR programs, not just maintain them
Strong understanding of compensation, benefits, and total rewards strategy
Experience scaling HR processes in a growing organization
Strong working knowledge of employment law and compliance
Confident communicator who can navigate tough conversations directly and professionally
Comfortable making decisions without waiting for perfect information
A balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution