Director of Human Resources

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

FSA/HSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Performance Bonus

Job summary

ACT Power Services is seeking a full-time Director of Human Resources to drive HR initiatives and support leadership in championing employee engagement and advancing the ACT Power mission.

The role demands self-motivation, experience in growing organizations, and the ability to lead HR functions across the company while maintaining confidentiality and delivering strategic impact.

Qualifications

• Degree in human resources or related field.
• 10–15 years of human resource experience.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred.
• Experience with an hourly workforce.
• Excellent leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of multi-state and federal employment laws.
• Strong analytical ability, discretion, and time management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with strong relationship management.
• Diplomacy and tact with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently with good judgment and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all HR functions including employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and leadership support.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement processes, training, and initiatives to meet the organization’s needs.
• Stay current with trends, laws, and best practices in HR and employment law and communicate changes to upper management.
• Develop and execute actions to maintain and improve employee engagement.
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues and coach management.
• Oversee investigations and advise managers on performance and development actions.
• Partner with leadership to design and implement effective communications and recognition programs.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Employment Law

Analytical Thinking

Confidentiality

Time Management

Communication

Diplomacy

Independent Working

Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

ACT Power Services is seeking a full-time Director of Human Resources to execute daily responsibilities for all human resources initiatives as well as support company leadership in championing employee engagement and advancing the ACT Power mission. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual who brings experience and creativity to the role and will thrive in a rapidly growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for all Human Resources functions, including, but not limited to, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and leadership support and development within their assigned area.
• Plan, lead, develop, coordinate, and implement processes, training, and initiatives to support the organization’s needs.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law and apply this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
• Develop and execute, in partnership with team members, actions to maintain and improve employee engagement.
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues. Respond to and provide guidance to management and team members on employee-related issues, complaints, or problems. Counsel, coach and assist management in handling and addressing employee relation issues.
• Oversee effective, thorough, and objective investigations. Provide consultation to managers with respect to performance management, employee development, disciplinary actions, etc.
• Partnering with leadership to design and implement effective communications and recognition programs.

Qualifications:

• Degree in human resources or related field.
• 10-15 years of human resource experience.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred.
• Experience with an hourly workforce.
• Excellent leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of multi-state and federal employment laws.
• Strong analytical ability, demonstrated perseverance, ability to maintain confidential information, and excellent time management skills.
• Requires excellent verbal, written and relationship management skills.
• Must demonstrate diplomacy and tact while interacting with all levels within and outside of the organization.
• Must be able to perform job duties independently, exercising good judgment and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently, without direct supervision, maintain confidentiality, and take initiative is a must.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day).
• Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds occasionally, including handling small packages or materials during deliveries.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Benefits:

• 401(k)/Roth (with employer match)
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision
• FSA, HSA, Dependent Care
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance (Group & Supplemental)
• Legal Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time
• Parental & Other Extended Leaves
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Training & Development
• Performance Bonus

Employment with ACT Power Services is at-will, where permitted by applicable law.

The statements above describe the general nature of the work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities or related needs to perform the essential functions of the position.

ACT Power Services is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees.

ACT Power Services does not accept unsolicited resumes or referrals from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters.