Human Resources Director

We are a large non-profit seeking an experienced HR Director for a team of 200 employees. We are seeking a trusted advisor who aligns people practices with the organization’s mission and goals. The candidate should be able to balance big-picture thinking with hands-on execution, building a positive, inclusive culture while ensuring strong compliance and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is an empathetic communicator, a confident decision-maker, and a skilled problem solver who can navigate complex employee matters with professionalism, integrity and discretion.

Salary: Executive PayScale - We offer a competitive pay and benefits package that is in line with market standards. Please send your salary requirements in your cover letter, or include in your application. 

Position Summary

The Human Resources Director is the organization’s senior HR leader, responsible for designing and executing HR strategies that support its mission, values, and long-term goals. This role blends strategic planning with operational leadership to ensure effective HR services, legal compliance, and a high-performing, mission-driven culture.

Position Information

Supervised by: Chief Executive Officer

Supervises: Staff Development and HR Coordinator

Position Type: Exempt

Salary Range: Executive Pay Scale 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university required
• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related discipline preferred
• Seven to ten years of progressively responsible HR experience including at least three years in a senior HR leadership role
• Non-profit or human services experience preferred
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

Policy, Compliance & Risk Management

• Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and recommend policy updates as needed
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and applicable oversight-agency standards
• Develop, review, and maintain personnel policies, procedures, and the employee handbook
• Communicate policy changes and provide employees with appropriate guidance and training
• Coordinate the agency’s response to employment-related legal proceedings, insurance hearings, regulatory audits, and investigations

Talent Acquisition and Management

• Lead recruitment, selection, hiring, and onboarding processes
• Maintain accurate job descriptions and qualification requirements for all positions
• Advise and train directors and supervisors on interviewing, hiring, performance management, corrective action, termination, harassment prevention, workplace safety, and employment-law compliance
• Develop workforce-planning and retention strategies that support the agency’s operational needs

Training, Development & Culture Building

• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven culture that promotes engagement, accountability, and high performance
• Identify organizational training and professional-development needs and ensure effective programs are implemented and evaluated
• Ensure training programs comply with agency policies, applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards
• Supervise and develop HR staff through coaching, performance feedback, and professional-development opportunities
• Partner with leadership to support employee engagement, leadership development, succession planning, and organizational change

Compensation, Benefits & Employee Relations

• Develop and oversee competitive, equitable compensation and benefits programs that support recruitment and retention
• Administer employee benefits and ensure accurate, timely communication to employees
• Support leaders and supervisors on complex employee-relations matters, including performance concerns, corrective action, grievances, and workplace conflict
• Conduct or coordinate workplace investigations and recommend appropriate, consistent resolutions
• Monitor compensation, benefits, and employee-relations practices for legal compliance and organizational effectiveness

Records, Systems, & Claims Management

• Oversee secure, accurate, and confidential personnel records in compliance with retention requirements and applicable laws
• Manage HR information systems and related processes to ensure data accuracy, confidentiality, and effective reporting
• Establish appropriate access controls and safeguards for employee information
• Coordinate workers’ compensation and insurance claims with employees, supervisors, carriers, and other appropriate parties
• Maintain required claim documentation, monitor case status, and support timely return-to-work processes

Communication & Executive Support

• Keep the CEO informed of significant personnel regulations, work-related claims, and workforce trends
• Share information with staff and leadership regarding personnel regulations, employee benefits, and relevant HR matters
• Attend departmental meetings and committees as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the agency’s mission and operational needs

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, stoop, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds
• Fine and gross motor coordination for computer use, filing, and training setup
• Work indoors and outdoors in varied environments
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and physical aggression
• Use of safety equipment (gloves, eye/ear protection) may be required
• Must operate agency vehicles safely

Performance Requirements - Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws, regulatory compliance, and human resources best practices
• Proficiency with HRIS, applicant tracking systems, digital personnel records, and payroll and benefits software
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sound judgment and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and manage competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and software systems
• Commitment to professional conduct and treating others with dignity and respect