Human Resources (HR) Director

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources (HR) Director to lead core people operations for a growing organization in Encino, California. This contract-to-hire position is ideal for a strategic HR leader who can balance day-to-day administration with employee relations, compensation, benefits, payroll coordination, and compliance oversight. The successful candidate will help strengthen HR practices, support a positive workplace culture, and ensure policies and processes align with business needs and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations matters by advising managers, addressing workplace concerns, and guiding effective resolutions.
• Oversee benefits administration, including enrollment support, vendor coordination, and employee communication regarding available programs.
• Direct HR operations across onboarding, record maintenance, policy implementation, and general personnel administration.
• Partner with leadership to manage compensation practices, support pay decisions, and help maintain competitive and equitable programs.
• Coordinate payroll-related activities to promote accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with internal policies and applicable regulations.
• Monitor HR compliance requirements and maintain practices that support labor laws, workplace policies, and audit readiness.
• Develop and refine HR procedures that improve consistency, efficiency, and employee experience across the organization.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and department leaders on performance issues, policy interpretation, and workforce planning needs.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Human Resources leadership experience, preferably in a healthcare or closely regulated environment.
• Strong background in employee relations, including conflict resolution, investigations, and manager coaching.
• Hands-on experience with benefits administration, HR operations, compensation support, and payroll coordination.
• Solid knowledge of HR compliance requirements, employment laws, and best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, managers, executives, and external partners.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.
• Access to competitive compensation and free online training.