HR Director

Hunter Hamilton; Beavercreek (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Hamilton, a financial services firm in Dayton, OH, seeks a Director of Human Resources to lead benefits, compensation, talent acquisition, compliance, and HR systems. The role reports to the VP, HR, with hybrid work (3 days in-office) and broad strategic influence across HR operations.

Requirements include a BA/BS in HR or related field, 7+ years HR experience, 2+ years management, and advancing HR certifications. Strong communication and vendor-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 7 years HR experience with knowledge of employment law, benefits, and compensation.
• Minimum 2 years of management experience leading project teams or staff.
• Advanced HR certification preferred (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CEBS, etc.)
• Working knowledge of HRIS or related database applications
• Strong communication skills, both one-on-one and in group settings

Responsibilities

• Oversee benefits administration and ensure regulatory compliance and cost-effective plan revisions
• Counsel employees and managers on employee relations and investigations
• Oversee talent acquisition processes and hiring policies
• Support HR strategy development including budgeting and reporting
• Administer compensation policies and annual performance reviews
• Drive HR systems improvements via automation and audits
• Manage vendor relationships and HR contracts
• Lead RFP/RFI processes for HR initiatives
• Ensure HR processes are compliant and well-documented

Skills

Employment law

Talent acquisition

Benefits

Compensation

Employee relations

HR leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

MS/MBA a plus

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Director, Human Resources

Dayton, OH | Hybrid (3 Days/Week in Office)

A well-established financial institution known for its member-focused, servant leadership culture is seeking a Director, Human Resources to lead the daily oversight of its HR programs — from benefits and compensation to talent acquisition, compliance, and HR systems.

This role reports directly to the Vice President, Human Resources, and offers the chance to shape both strategy and execution across the full scope of HR operations.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee administration of comprehensive benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, FMLA, disability, life insurance, wellness, COBRA, and more), ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and lead cost-effective plan revisions aligned with market trends
• Counsel employees and managers on employee relations matters, maintaining confidentiality and navigating investigations and conflict resolution with sound judgment
• Partner with the HR Manager to oversee internal and external talent acquisition processes, hiring policies, and the Affrimative Action Plan
• Support the VP, HR in developing short- and long-term HR strategy across talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and HRIS, including budgeting and reporting
• Administer compensation policies and oversee the annual performance management process and related vendor relationships
• Drive HR systems improvement through automation, audits, and process refinement
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiations across HR functions, including due diligence, risk, compliance, and contract reviews
• Lead departmental RFP/RFI processes, ensuring smooth and well-documented implementations
• Partner with HR Management and Business Controls to ensure HR processes remain compliant and well-documented

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a closely related field (MS/MBA a plus)
• Minimum 7 years of HR experience with strong knowledge of employment law, talent acquisition, benefits, and compensation
• Minimum 2 years of management experience leading project teams or staff
• Advanced HR certification preferred (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CEBS, etc.)
• Working knowledge of HRIS or related database applications
• Strong communication skills, both one-on-one and in group settings
• A demonstrated drive to implement new initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, and service

Why You’ll Want This Role

You’ll help build a diverse, engaged workforce; ensure comprehensive, compliant, and cost-effective benefits and compensation programs; maintain strong vendor partnerships; and foster an inclusive environment where employees feel valued, heard, and supported in their growth — all at an organization that puts people, not just profit, at the center of its mission.

The Details

• Location: Dayton, OH
• Schedule: Hybrid — 3 days per week in office

About Us

Hunter Hamilton is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Hunter Hamilton offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Hunter Hamilton is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors.