Human Resources Director

Pueo Business Solutions LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pueo Business Solutions seeks a Director of Human Resources to provide strategic and operational leadership across all HR functions. Reporting to the Chief Business Executive, you will design and administer HR programs, policies, and practices that drive organizational objectives and workforce effectiveness.

You will oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation, benefits, and HR systems, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and federal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in HR/Business.
• 10+ years in progressive HR roles with leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, performance management, compensation, benefits, and HR operations.
• Experience supporting multi-state workforces and advising senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR advisor to executive leadership on workforce matters.
• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and federal contractor requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

Payroll

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

Pueo Business Solutions is dedicated to providing strategic and operational leadership for all HR functions. Our mission is to support organizational objectives, workforce effectiveness, and compliance with federal contracting requirements. We foster a culture of trust and collaboration, serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and managers.

About the Role

The Director of Human Resources provides strategic and operational leadership for all HR functions at Pueo Business Solutions. Reporting to the Chief Business Executive, this position develops and administers HR programs, policies, and practices that support organizational objectives, workforce effectiveness, and compliance with federal contracting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR advisor to executive leadership on workforce and employment matters.
• Develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational goals and growth.
• Lead workforce planning, organizational development, employee retention, and succession planning initiatives.
• Build and maintain scalable HR processes, programs, and policies.
• Oversee employee relations, performance management, workplace investigations, corrective actions, and employee separations.
• Advise managers on employment matters and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as federal contractor requirements.
• Maintain HR policies, employee handbook, and employment-related compliance programs.
• Lead recruiting, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts.
• Oversee compensation and benefits programs and advise leadership on employment-related decisions.
• Ensure competitive and compliant employment practices that support attraction and retention of talent.
• Oversee HR systems, employee records, reporting, onboarding, offboarding, leave administration, accommodations, and related HR processes.
• Monitor HR metrics and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and employee experience.
• Lead, coach, and develop HR team members while promoting high service standards and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, performance management, recruiting, compensation, benefits, and HR operations.
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and advising organizational leadership.
• Excellent communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Required Skills

• Strong business acumen and employment law knowledge.
• Ability to build trusted partnerships with leaders and employees at all levels.
• Sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to balance compliance requirements with operational business needs.
• Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting a federal government contractor, defense contractor, or professional services organization.
• Knowledge of federal contractor employment and compliance requirements.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, benefits administration, and applicant tracking systems.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent professional certification.

Pay range and compensation package

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pueo Business Solutions is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.