Human Resources Director

LeoForce; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director in Lincoln, NE to lead HR strategy and operations. You will report to the CEO, oversee compliance, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, and talent development, while partnering with leaders across the organization.

We value servant leadership, collaboration, and a hands-on approach to building a positive, mission-aligned workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• Experience supporting organizations with 150+ employees preferred.
• Proven knowledge of employment law, compliance, and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization's HR strategy in alignment with agency goals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and OSHA standards.
• Lead employee relations, investigations, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Direct recruiting, onboarding, retention, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Oversee compensation programs, benefits administration, payroll collaboration, and HRIS processes.
• Design and implement leadership development and employee training programs.
• Lead and mentor the HR team and partner with executive leadership on planning and culture initiatives.
• Manage HR budgets, reporting, audits, vendor relationships, and strategic HR projects.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Employee relations

Compliance

HR operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

Job description

Human Resources Director

Lincoln,NE, US

Job Description

Experience: Director Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

Job Details

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this leader will oversee all aspects of Human Resources, including compliance, employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, organizational development, and HR operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR leader who enjoys partnering with leadership, coaching managers, improving organizational effectiveness, and fostering an engaging workplace culture.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute the organization's human resources strategy in alignment with agency goals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, OSHA, workers' compensation, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead employee relations, investigations, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Direct recruiting, onboarding, retention, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Oversee compensation programs, benefits administration, payroll collaboration, and HRIS processes.
• Design and implement leadership development and employee training programs.
• Lead and mentor the Human Resources team while supporting leaders throughout the organization.
• Partner with executive leadership on organizational planning, employee engagement, succession planning, and culture initiatives.
• Manage HR budgets, reporting, audits, vendor relationships, and strategic HR projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience.
• Experience supporting organizations with approximately 150+ employees preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, employee relations, compensation, and benefits.
• Proven leadership, communication, coaching, and organizational development skills.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is preferred.
• Experience within a nonprofit organization is preferred but not required.

Who Will Thrive Here

The ideal candidate is a servant leader who:

• Builds trust through collaboration and transparency.
• Enjoys coaching leaders and developing high-performing teams.
• Balances strategic thinking with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Brings a passion for strengthening organizational culture and employee engagement.
• Wants to make a lasting impact in a mission-driven organization serving the Lincoln community.

Join Our Mission

If you're an experienced HR leader looking for an opportunity to shape organizational culture, support an incredible mission, and make a difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.

A bit about us:

Our clients mission is to partner with our community in the fearless pursuit of anti-poverty solutions so everyone has the opportunity to live well. They believe every person deserves access to the resources, opportunities, and support needed to thrive. Their team is driven by compassion, collaboration, and a shared commitment to creating lasting change throughout our community.

Why join us?

• Make a meaningful impact by improving the lives of individuals and families across Lancaster and Saunders Counties.
• Join a collaborative executive leadership team dedicated to innovation, service, and continuous improvement.
• Lead strategic HR initiatives while shaping a positive, inclusive, and people-first culture.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and ongoing professional development.