The Director of Human Resources is responsible for leading and supporting the organization's human resources operations by developing, implementing, and continuously improving HR policies, programs, and practices. This role oversees recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance, benefits administration, and professional development while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate employee orientation and onboarding programs to ensure a successful transition for new hires.
Manage employee performance evaluation processes and provide guidance to managers on performance management best practices.
Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, paid time off, and leave administration.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as accrediting and regulatory agency requirements.
Conduct workplace investigations, maintain confidential employee records, and represent the organization during employment-related proceedings when necessary.
Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR information systems.
Ensure all employee files contain the required documentation to meet accreditation and regulatory standards.
Coordinate organizational in-service training and professional development initiatives.
Analyze recruiting, retention, and employee relations trends and recommend process improvements.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive human resources experience, including management or supervisory responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
Master's degree preferred.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.
Required Skills
Strong leadership and people management skills
Knowledge of federal, state, and employment law compliance
Talent acquisition and employee relations expertise
Performance management and organizational development
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
Numbers & Facts
Location
Cedarhurst, NY
Salary
$115,000–$150,000 Per Year
Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Business Administrationunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Employee Orientationunmatched
Employee Relationsunmatched
Employee Retentionunmatched
Employment Lawunmatched
HRIS/HRMSunmatched
Human Resourcesunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Onboardingunmatched
Organizational Development/Managementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
PHR (Professional in Human Resources)unmatched
People Managementunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Performance Reviewsunmatched
Policy Developmentunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources)unmatched
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)unmatched
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