Director, HR Technology & Operations

RaceTrac; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Hybrid work model

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Director of HR Technology & Operations to modernize HR systems and enhance employee experiences. This senior role involves overseeing payroll and analytics, leading HR initiatives, and fostering a high-performing team. Candidates should have 10+ years of HR leadership experience with expertise in HR technologies, particularly Workday. The position is hybrid, based in Atlanta, GA, with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership with a focus on HR operations.
• Proven experience in driving HR modernization and transformation.
• Expertise in HR technology platforms and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR Technology, Payroll, and HR Reporting & Analytics.
• Lead HR operations and ensure compliance with all labor laws.
• Champion automation and process redesign initiatives.

Skills

HR operations

HR technology

transformation

analytical skills

stakeholder management

strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Workday

ADP

UKG

Job description

The Director of HR Technology & Operations is a senior HR leader responsible for modernizing and scaling people operations to deliver seamless employee experiences, operational excellence, and business impact. This role oversees HR Technology (including but not limited to workforce management, recruiting, HCM, and talent systems), Payroll, HR Reporting & Analytics, and HR Operations’ service delivery. The Director will set the roadmap, drive process innovation, and ensure compliance, while leading a high‑performing team that supports both current and future organizational needs.

Please note, this role is based in RaceTrac’s Store Support Center in Atlanta, GA and is a hybrid position with up to 4‑days in the office requested.

What You'll Do:

HR Operations & Service Delivery

• Provide strategic direction and daily oversight of Payroll, HR Technology, HR Reporting & Analytics, and HR Operations (shared services).
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions.
• Deliver consistent, people‑centered HR service through Tier 1 employee support, policy guidance, and routine HR transactions.
• Standardize HR policies, workflows, and SLAs to ensure efficiency and accountability.
• Establish and track KPIs/SLAs to measure service delivery, quality, and employee experience.
• Lead strategic HR initiatives, including process redesign, technology enablement, and service model modernization.
• Drive ongoing initiatives such as workforce management system implementation and optimization of Workday HCM.
• Champion automation, digitization, and self‑service solutions to improve scalability and employee empowerment.
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies to streamline workflows and elevate HR service delivery.
• Lead change management efforts, including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption strategies.
• Own the HR technology ecosystem, ensuring systems are optimized, integrated, and aligned with business needs.
• Safeguard HR data integrity, security, and governance; ensure compliance with internal and external standards and requirements.
• Deliver actionable workforce analytics and dashboards to enable data‑driven decision‑making.
• Partner with business partners (including but not limited to; IT, Accounting, and Operations) to integrate HR data with enterprise systems for end‑to‑end insights and planning.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• In partnership with the HR Compliance Manager, ensure HR and payroll operations comply with all labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls.
• Proactively identify and mitigate operational and compliance risks; maintain documentation, reporting, and governance standards.
• Build, lead, and develop a collaborative, high‑performing team focused on accountability, service excellence, and innovation.
• Partner with HR COEs, HRBPs, and business leaders to align HR operations and technology solutions with organizational strategy.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR leadership and stakeholders on operational performance, transformation progress, and compliance risks.

What We're Looking For:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership, with depth in HR operations, payroll, HR technology, and transformation.
• Proven success leading HR initiatives, focusing on modernization and transformation (systems, process, shared services optimization).
• Expertise with HR technologies and platforms (Workday preferred; ADP, UKG, or similar a plus).
• Strong analytical skills, with ability to translate HR data into actionable business insights.
• Skilled in strategic planning, program management, operational excellence, change leadership, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.

Success Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• A strategic operator who balances efficiency with employee experience, aligning HR operations to business goals.
• A change leader who drives transformation and brings stakeholders along with clarity and confidence.
• A data‑driven thinker who leverages insights to influence HR and business outcomes.
• A service‑minded leader who builds trust, develops talent, and fosters a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.

Fueled by Growth, Driven by You

At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you’re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you’ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf – there’s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go.

To see what #LifeatRaceTrac is like, visit our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram pages.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management

Industries

Retail

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at RaceTrac by 2x