Job Title: Director, Human Resources
Location: Remote (based in California or Texas)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: ~30% (up to 50% during initial 4–6 month ramp-up)
Compensation: $210,000 – $225,000 base + up to 10% annual bonus
The Director, Human Resources will serve as a senior HR business leader supporting two critical regions within a global, publicly traded enterprise (10,000+ employees). This role is responsible for driving the full spectrum of HR strategy and execution for a population of approximately 500 employees across multiple U.S. locations, with periodic international engagement.
This individual will operate at both a strategic and operational level—partnering closely with senior leadership to align human capital strategies with business objectives, while maintaining a strong, hands-on presence within field operations. The role requires a leader who is adept at navigating complex, matrixed environments and can influence across multiple levels of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary HR business partner to regional leadership, aligning HR strategies with business priorities and operational goals
- Lead and execute HR initiatives across two regions spanning multiple states, within a highly matrixed, enterprise environment
- Provide leadership and development to a team of 4–5 HR professionals, fostering a high-performance, accountable culture
- Drive organizational effectiveness through talent management, succession planning, and leadership development
- Lead employee engagement and retention strategies across a distributed workforce in operationally intensive environments
- Partner with leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives
- Oversee talent acquisition strategy and execution, maintaining a hands-on approach to critical hiring needs
- Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as regulatory requirements tied to government contracts
- Support HR governance and practices consistent with public company standards, including policy alignment and risk mitigation
- Maintain a strong field presence through regular travel to build relationships and ensure alignment across sites
Qualifications
- 15+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, with a significant portion in large-scale, global enterprises (10,000+ employees preferred)
- 5–7+ years of leadership experience managing HR teams in multi-site, multi-state environments
- Proven success operating at the Director level, supporting regional or multi-regional business units
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership within a complex, matrixed organizational structure
- Experience supporting business units or divisions of 500+ employees within a larger enterprise framework
- Strong background in publicly traded companies, with understanding of governance, compliance, and risk management practices
- Experience within industrial, manufacturing, distribution, Warehouse, or similarly operational environments
- Working knowledge of federal and state regulatory requirements, including experience supporting government contract-driven businesses
- Proven track record leading organizational change, transformation, and scaling initiatives
- Deep expertise in employee relations, engagement, performance management, and leadership coaching
- Experience leading or directly overseeing talent acquisition strategies in competitive labor markets
- Strong business and financial acumen, with the ability to translate business needs into effective HR solutions
Additional Requirements
- Based in California or Texas
- Willingness to travel approximately 30%, with increased travel (up to 50%) during initial onboarding period
- Ability to travel across multiple U.S. locations and internationally (Europe and Asia, as needed)
- Experience operating within a non-union environment
- Demonstrated agility and ability to lead through ambiguity and change
- Highly engaged, visible leader with a strong executive presence and relationship-building capability across all levels
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
Must be able to pass and clear background check prior to starting.
If you are interested, please send me your updated Word Resume, along with your direct phone number and email.
