Director of Human Resources

John Ingraham, LLC an E.A. Buck company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k with generous match

PTO and holidays

HSA/FSA eligibility

Job summary

E.A. Buck is seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources to lead people operations, talent strategy, and compliance in a fast-growing financial services environment.

This role partners with the executive team to attract, develop, and retain top talent while fostering accountability and a continuous improvement culture. Based in Denver, CO, this full-time, on-site position oversees the HR team, programs, and metrics, and ensures employment law compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field.
• 5+ years HR experience with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, and employee relations.
• Experience supporting a growing organization and leading HR initiatives.
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Background checks/fingerprint checks required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executives to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with company goals, growth plans, and organizational needs.
• Lead and develop the HR team, oversee daily HR operations, and manage the department budget.
• Guide workforce planning, succession planning, organizational development, and change management initiatives.
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, performance reviews, employee development, and retention programs.
• Advise managers on employee relations, workplace concerns, investigations, performance improvement, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, leave administration, employee records, HRIS accuracy, and HR reporting.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and maintain company HR policies, procedures, and the Employee Handbook.
• Track HR metrics, identify opportunities for process improvement, and coordinate special projects as needed.

Skills

Leadership

HR strategy

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

HRIS systems

Reporting tools

Workforce analytics

Job description

E.A. Buck is a fast-growing financial services company with dual headquarters in Denver and Honolulu. We are seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources to lead and elevate our people operations, talent strategy, employee experience, and compliance functions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and hands-on HR leader who thrives in a high-growth environment. The Director of Human Resources will partner closely with executive leadership to attract, develop, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional with strong leadership skills, sound business judgment, and a passion for building exceptional workplace experiences.

Candidate must be based in Denver, CO. This is a full-time, on-site position.

NOTE: Only people who are currently living in Colorado will be considered for this role.

Salary / Benefits Package

• Base Salary range of $110,000 to $150,000 per year, based on experience.
• Competitive benefits package including 100% employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in health savings account, flexible savings account, and more.
• Paid vacation (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Join our mission-driven company and partake in 401k with generous matching.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with company goals, growth plans, and organizational needs.
• Lead and develop the HR team, oversee daily HR operations, and manage the department budget.
• Guide workforce planning, succession planning, organizational development, and change management initiatives.
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, performance reviews, employee development, and retention programs.
• Advise managers on employee relations, workplace concerns, investigations, performance improvement, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, leave administration, employee records, HRIS accuracy, and HR reporting.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and maintain company HR policies, procedures, and the Employee Handbook.
• Track HR metrics, identify opportunities for process improvement, and coordinate special projects as needed.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and employee relations
• Experience supporting a growing organization and leading HR initiatives
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
• Job offer is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, inclusive of fingerprinting and reference checks.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Experience developing and implementing HR strategies and programs
• Ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Experience with HRIS systems, reporting, and workforce analytics
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and professionalism