Director of Human Resources

Build the Function. Shape the Culture. Be the Go-To.

We are partnering with a high-growth, financially strong organization to hire a Director of Human Resources who will take full ownership of the HR function. This is a rare opportunity to step into a true “one-person HR leader” role where you will build structure from the ground up while directly influencing culture, operations, and employee experience.

This role is ideal for someone who:

Wants to own HR, not just contribute to it
Thrives in “build vs. maintain” environments
Is confident operating as the go-to resource across the organization
Can balance culture-building with strong compliance and structure
Enjoys rolling up their sleeves in a hands-on, high-impact role

This organization is scaling quickly and needs a strong HR leader to bring structure, compliance, and consistency to a fast-paced, people-driven environment. You will serve as the central hub for all HR activity, partnering closely with executive leadership while supporting a dynamic, high-energy workforce.

Responsibilities:

Act as the sole HR leader—owning all people operations end-to-end
Serve as the trusted advisor and go-to resource for employees and leadership
Build and implement scalable HR processes, policies, and systems
Lead onboarding, offboarding, and overall employee experience
Support hiring coordination and help structure recruiting processes
Manage employee relations, feedback, and performance conversations
Own bi-weekly payroll processing
Administer benefits and partner with brokers to enhance offerings
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and employment regulations
Maintain employee records, handbook updates, and audit readiness
Shape and drive a meaningful, engaging workplace culture
Build trust across a diverse, high-volume workforce
Create initiatives that improve engagement, communication, and retention

Requirements:

8+ years of HR experience
Strong payroll experience
QuickBooks experience
Deep understanding of HR compliance and employment law
Exceptional communication skills—able to connect across all levels
Comfortable operating independently in a high-accountability role
Experience supporting fast-paced or high-volume teams is a strong plus

Benefits & Perks:

100% employer-covered healthcare (employee + dependents)
4 weeks PTO starting DAY ONE
401(k) contribution
Collaborative, high-energy office environment
Leadership team that values autonomy, communication, and accountability

We look forward to reviewing your application!

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