Director of Human Resources

MERIT CRO, Inc. is a global clinical trial endpoint expert specializing in multiple therapeutic areas. We’re committed to making a difference and are seeking talented people to join our team. Collaboration and customer focus are at the core of everything we do. We value diversity and are interested in people with drive, dedication, and creative problem-solving skills. We offer flexible schedules and remote opportunities

MERIT CRO, Inc.  is seeking a Human Resources Director that will work under general direction from the CEO, plans, leads, directs, develops, and coordinates the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource department, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of MERIT's mission, core values, and talent strategy. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned.)

Collaborates with senior leadership to understand the organization's goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.

Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support the Company's human resource compliance and strategy needs.

Administers or oversees human resource programs' administration, including compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.

Identifies staffing and recruiting needs; develops and executes best practices for hiring and talent management.

Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends, including review of reports and metrics from the Company's HRIS.

Monitors and ensures the Company's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.  At least five years related experience and/or training in Human Resources required, preferably in a health care or service-related environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Other Skills and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, ability to follow direction, assess Company needs and work independently. Computer skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Office software and ability to learn Company specific software. Must be able to project a professional attitude and image appropriate for the work environment.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Licenses or Certifications Required: 

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and/or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer, use hands, to touch, finger and grasp, handle or feel, with repetitive motions, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, crouch, kneel and climb. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Benefits Offered: 

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

MERIT CRO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.  It is the employment policy and practice of MERIT CRO, Inc.  to recruit and hire qualified employees without discrimination based on race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, mental and physical disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, political affiliation, union membership, status as a parent, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate concerning compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfers. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals throughout the application, interviewing, and employment process. If you require reasonable