Executive Director of Human Resources
Location: Headquarter office (Old Saybrook, CT)
The Executive Director of Human Resources will oversee all aspects of HR strategy, operations, and compliance for Telyon. This role will partner closely with executive leadership to support company growth, strengthen organizational culture, ensure legal compliance, and build scalable HR systems that support both field and corporate teams. This position will directly manage an HR Manager and support the growth of the broader HR function.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company growth objectives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning and organizational design.
- Directly manage and mentor an HR Manager while building scalable HR infrastructure.
- Oversee the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, performance management, and retention.
- Design and implement employee training and development programs across departments.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, high-performance company culture.
- Oversee compensation, benefits, and HR operations across multiple states.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
- Support field leadership and supervisors working with field employees on jobsites.
- Optimize HR systems and processes to support a growing workforce.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred) or relevant experience considered.
- 11+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership at the Director or Senior Manager level.
- Experience leading HR teams with at least one direct report.
- Demonstrated experience supporting employees in varied working environments, including field employees on jobsites.
- Strong state compliance experience across multiple states, including policy development and audits.
- Proven success implementing employee training programs and structured onboarding processes.
- Experience in construction, energy, manufacturing, or project-based industries strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of multi-state employment laws and HR compliance.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification a plus.
These duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work expected to be performed by this position. This is not an exhaustive list of duties. Other responsibilities can and will be assigned based on the growth and direction of the business.
Telyon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
