HR Director

Express Employment Professionals - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Senior

Phoenix, AZ

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Director of Human Resources is a strategic leader responsible for executing the talent strategy and managing the People Operations Department. This role involves overseeing recruiting, hiring, employee retention, compliance with employment laws, and fostering a positive workplace culture in a fast-growing, mission-driven organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead all recruiting, hiring, and employee retention activities company-wide.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources.
• Lead employees within the People Department, including Learning & Development Manager and Talent Acquisition team.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand organizational goals and strategy.
• Oversee all administrative aspects of the People Department, including performance management and benefits administration.
• Lead efforts to transition the company into an employer of choice and a Great Place to Work.
• Measure and lead improvements in employee engagement.
• Champion efforts to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout the company.

Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience leading a People Ops/HR Department in a multi-state organization.
• Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
• Strong strategic/visionary leadership skills combined with solid organizational and execution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven time management skills and a record of success meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS, ATS & Payroll software.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations in multiple states.
• Ability to work independently and possess a high level of self-motivation and initiative.

Nice-to-haves

• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain an appropriate balance of doing versus delegating.
• Passion for the work you do and the people you do it with.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.