Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Director position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated programs/departments. The Human Resources Director maintains an effective level of business literacy about the organization’s financial position, plans, culture, and challenges. This position reports to the VP Human Resources.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position may have direct supervisory responsibilities and serves as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. 
• This position is responsible for managing the front desk security personnel at the corporate office.

 Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conducts regular meetings with assigned programs/departments.
• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations. Partners with VP of HR on escalated employee relations issues.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with legal counsel as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance for management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Provides guidance and input on program/department restructures and workforce planning.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
• Performs full cycle recruiting for all levels of positions.
• Assist, develops and executes organization-wide programs such as wellness campaigns, open enrollment, community events, job fairs etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 
• Attend and professionally represent the company at various community events, unemployment hearings etc.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be able to travel to office locations within DC, MD, and VA on a consistent and daily basis.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credentials strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift to fifteen pounds at times. 
• Must be able to occasionally stand for prolonged periods of (job fairs, organizational events etc.

Pay Range: $85,000 to $95,000 Annually