Director of Human Resources

The Director of Human Resources serves as the sole HR professional for the organization, managing all aspects of the human resources function in a fast-paced utility construction environment. This role is responsible for overseeing recruitment, onboarding, compliance, benefits administration, payroll, performance management, employee relations, training, and organizational development. The HR Director will work closely with executive leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company goals while fostering a positive, compliant, and productive workplace culture. This is a hands-on role requiring initiative, discretion, and the ability to work independently across a wide range of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Administer employee benefits and serve as the primary contact for insurance providers, brokers, and employees.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures; ensure employee handbook is up to date.
• Conduct and document workplace investigations and resolve employee relations issues.
• Manage performance review processes and support managers in performance improvement plans.
• Coordinate training and development initiatives to support workforce growth and compliance.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Lead payroll processing through coordination with finance and payroll vendors; ensure payroll tax compliance across all applicable states.
• Serve as point of contact for workers' compensation and unemployment claims.
• Assist with GC license applications or renewals as needed for HR compliance.
• Provide HR support for multi-state operations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Professional certification (PHR, SHRM-CP or above) preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a generalist or managerial capacity.
• Prior experience as a sole HR practitioner or in a small business environment strongly preferred.
• Experience in the construction, field services, or utility sector is a plus.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Payroll systems, as well as Google Workspace.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to influence, guide, and collaborate with leaders at all levels.

Benefits

At Velox, our goal is to create a work environment that facilitates both personal and professional growth for our team. Our competitive employee packages include:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance (BCBS)
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 410(k)
• Vacation and holiday pay
• Per diem
• Bonus/ incentive pay (when applicable)
• company vehicle and fuel card (when applicable)

Company Culture

At Velox, our team prioritizes our core values of safety, integrity, expertise, and respect. We believe in the Velox Way, our unique approach to utility construction that provides customers with peace of mind and builds fiber networks that exceed industry standards.