Human Resource Director

Haskel Thompson & Associates, LLC - Executive Recruiters; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Haskel Thompson & Associates, LLC - Executive Recruiters seeks a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic leadership across HR and Payroll, aligning people programs with organizational goals. You will drive compliance, talent management, and compensation strategy while partnering with executive leadership on workforce planning.

The role emphasizes 10+ years of progressive HR leadership, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to influence at the highest level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws, payroll, benefits, compensation, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience directing HR strategy, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and organizational development.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting and cost management for department.
• Ability to interpret regulations, manage complex matters, and maintain confidentiality.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with executive collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/payroll management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of HR and Payroll operations aligned with goals.
• Lead daily HR operations, KPIs, budgets, and drive efficiency and improvement.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and handbook; ensure legal compliance.
• Oversee employee records, payroll documentation, compliance and required training/certifications.
• Lead talent management including onboarding, performance evaluations, development, and succession planning.
• Manage employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution while fostering inclusion.
• Develop engagement, recognition, retention, and career development programs.
• Establish compensation structures, salary ranges, and benefits programs aligned with budgets.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, 401(k), healthcare renewals, and annual enrollment.
• Partner with Accounting on compensation planning, benefits analysis, and budgeting.
• Manage business insurance programs, renewals, audits, and claims.
• Advise executive leadership on workforce planning and HR initiatives for growth.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Employee relations

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership and oversight of the organization's Human Resources and Payroll functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee development, engagement, and retention. This role is responsible for developing and executing HR strategies that align with organizational goals, ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies, and overseeing competitive, cost-effective compensation, benefits, and insurance programs. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Human Resources serves as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to organizational strategy, operational excellence, and the development of a high-performing workforce.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Human Resources and Payroll operations, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and long-term business goals.
• Lead daily HR operations, establish departmental KPIs, manage budgets, and drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook guidelines while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Oversee employee records, payroll documentation, regulatory compliance, and required industry training and certifications, including DOT, OSHA, CETP, Hazmat, and applicable trade licensing.
• Lead talent management initiatives, including employee onboarding, performance evaluations, progressive discipline, employee development, and succession planning.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution while promoting a positive and inclusive organizational culture.
• Develop and oversee employee engagement, recognition, retention, and career development programs.
• Establish and maintain competitive compensation structures, salary ranges, and benefits programs aligned with industry standards and organizational budgets.
• Oversee payroll, employee benefits, 401(k) administration, healthcare renewals, and annual enrollment processes.
• Partner with Accounting and executive leadership on compensation planning, benefits analysis, insurance costs, and annual budgeting.
• Manage business insurance programs, including workers' compensation, general liability, casualty, and commercial auto coverage, overseeing renewals, audits, and claims.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, compliance, and HR initiatives supporting business growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including demonstrated leadership and departmental management responsibilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws, payroll administration, employee benefits, compensation structures, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience leading HR strategy, employee relations, talent management, performance management, and organizational development initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing departmental budgets, compensation analysis, and employee benefits costs.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply employment regulations, manage complex employee matters, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with executive leadership.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR/payroll management systems