Human Resources Director

AMX; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AMX Companies in Atlanta seeks an experienced HR Director to lead general HR administration, benefits programs, and HRIS systems across locations. This hands-on role partners with the Head of People to ensure compliant and scalable people practices company-wide.

The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day HR work and drive technical responsibilities such as retirement plan audits, benefits renewals, and HRIS administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years progressive HR experience incl benefits and HRIS.
• Experience supporting or managing a 401(k) audit.
• Strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, unemployment claims.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (ADP, Paylocity, UKG, etc.).
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Experience in multi-location organizations.
• Advanced Excel/data reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR point of contact for employees and managers across all locations.
• Manage day-to-day HR administrative functions, including employee records, documentation, and correspondence.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, Georgia state, and local employment regulations.
• Draft and maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Oversee the annual 401(k) audit process and liaise with auditors/administrators.
• Own and manage the HRIS platform, data integrity, and reporting.
• Oversee HR data collection, unemployment claims, audits, and reporting.
• Investigate employee relations issues and document outcomes with confidentiality.
• Collaborate with Head of People on strategic HR initiatives and reporting.

Skills

HR administration

Benefits administration

HRIS management

Compliance knowledge

Communication

Multi-location coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

ADP/Paylocity/UKG

Job description

AMX Companies is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR Director to lead general HR administration for the organization while managing key benefits, compliance, and systems functions. Based in our Atlanta office, this role serves as a central point of contact for HR operations across all business locations and partners closely with the Head of People to ensure consistent, compliant, andeffective people practices company-wide.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who is equally comfortable handling day-to-day administrative HR work and managing more technical responsibilities such as retirement plan audits, benefits renewals, and HRIS administration.

Key Responsibilities:

General HR Administration

• Serve as a primary HR point of contact for employees and managers across all business locations
• Manage day-to-day HR administrative functions, including employee records, documentation, and correspondence
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, Georgia state, and local employment regulations
• Draft and maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation

Retirement & Benefits Management

• Oversee the annual 401(k) audit process, serving as the primary internal liaison with auditors and third-party administrators
• Provide ongoing plan support, including compliance monitoring, testing coordination, and issue resolution
• Manage annual benefits renewals, including coordinating with brokers/carriers, evaluating plan options, and communicating changes to employees
• Ensure benefits programs remain compliant with ERISA, ACA, and other applicable regulations

HRIS & Systems Management

• Own and manage the HRIS platform, including data integrity, system configuration, and user access
• Generate reports and analytics from the HRIS to support business and compliance needs
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with vendors/IT as needed
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes through system optimization

Data & Compliance

• Oversee collection, organization, and reporting of HR data across all locations
• Manage unemployment claims processes, including documentation, hearings support, and employer responses
• Maintain accurate records to support audits, compliance reviews, and reporting requirements (e.g., EEO-1, ACA reporting)
• Ensure consistent HR practices and data accuracy across multiple business locations

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

• Serve as a trusted, neutral resource for employees and managers navigating workplace conflicts or concerns
• Investigate employee relations issues (e.g., complaints, disputes, policy violations) in a fair, timely, and confidential manner
• Guide managers on appropriate conflict resolution and progressive discipline approaches
• Thoroughly document all employee relations matters, investigations, and outcomes to ensure a clear, defensible record
• Escalate complex or high-risk issues to the Head of People and/or legal counsel as needed

Cross-Location Communication & Leadership Support

• Serve as a liaison between the corporate HR function and managers/employees at all business locations
• Communicate policy updates, benefits changes, and HR initiatives clearly and consistently company-wide
• Partner with the Head of People on strategic HR initiatives and reporting

Qualifications

*Required:**

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including benefits administration and HRIS management
• Experience supporting or managing a 401(k) audit and retirement plan compliance
• Strong knowledge of employment law, benefits regulations (ERISA, ACA), and unemployment claims processes
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or similar)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across multiple locations and business units
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

*Preferred:**

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification
• Experience in a multi-location or multi-site organization
• Advanced Excel/data reporting skills

Core Competencies

• Discretion and confidentiality
• Compliance and process orientation
• Cross-functional communication
• Problem-solving and vendor management
• Conflict resolution and sound judgment under pressure
• Clear, thorough documentation practices
• Ability to balance administrative detail with strategic HR partnership

This job description is intended to convey essential job functions and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.*