Human Resources Director

Jobot; 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

Professional development

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Human Resources Director for a mission-driven organization serving Lincoln, NE. You will report to the CEO and oversee compliance, employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, org development, and HR operations.

This hands-on HR leader will partner with leadership, coach managers, improve organizational effectiveness, and foster a positive workplace culture during rapid growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience.
• Experience supporting organizations with 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Compliance

Talent acquisition

Compensation & benefits

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration

Job description

Human Resources Director Opportunity!

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

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Shane Bennett

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.

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, organization 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

• Builds trust through collaboration and transparency.


• Enjoys coaching leaders and developing high-performance 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.

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