Human Resources Director

The GroundTruth Project; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning nonprofit organization is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead HR strategies and foster an inclusive work environment. This role is pivotal in supporting employee engagement and overseeing HR operations, including recruitment and compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic planning and organizational leadership, with a commitment to driving DEIB initiatives. Join a collaborative team dedicated to empowering journalists and making a global impact through meaningful storytelling. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of HR in a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including strategic planning.
• Expertise in benefits management and employee communication.
• Experience supporting remote and distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead all HR operations, including recruiting and onboarding.
• Champion organizational culture, values, engagement, and inclusion.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Organizational Leadership

Employee Engagement

DEIB Strategies

HR Compliance

Benefits Management

Data-informed Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources

Master's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

HRIS Platforms

Job description

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The GroundTruth Project provided pay range

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

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The GroundTruth Project — home to Report for America and Report for the World — is an award-winning nonprofit organization at the forefront of empowering a new generation of journalists and newsrooms to report on the stories that matter most. We are committed to shedding light on underreported issues, driving meaningful conversations, and inspiring action through impactful storytelling.

With a global reach and a dedication to innovation, we provide resources, mentorship, and opportunities to amplify voices that deserve to be heard. Report for America and Report for the World have placed over 700 reporters across the U.S. and in 25 countries, making us a leader in revitalizing local news. We believe in the power of journalism to inform, engage, and safeguard democracy.

Our collaborative, mission-driven team values integrity, creativity, and a shared commitment to uncovering the truth. Joining us means being part of a dynamic organization shaping the future of journalism while making a tangible global impact.

The HR Director is a vital leader at the center of our dedicated and diverse team. This individual is both a strategic partner and a cultural champion, leading all human capital strategies while fostering an inclusive, mission-aligned work environment. Reporting to the CEO, the HR Director advises leadership, supports employee engagement and belonging, and oversees HR operations including recruitment, compliance, onboarding, and benefits. With a global and remote workforce, this role requires a deep commitment to people, human connection, and organizational values.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develop and implement HR strategies, programs, and policies aligned with GroundTruth’s values and goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to Executive Leadership and Management on workforce planning.
• Gain organizational insight to tailor HR initiatives that support mission delivery and team success.
• Champion organizational culture, values, engagement, and inclusion.
• Lead all HR operations, including recruiting, onboarding, offboarding, and compliance.
• Manage partnership with PEO/payroll provider to ensure smooth HR operations.
• Design and administer competitive and employee-centered benefits programs.
• Oversee performance management, training, retention, and engagement strategies.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices.
• Collaborate with external consultants to support global HR needs.
• Serve as a trusted resource for staff, providing coaching and resolving conflicts.
• Analyze HR data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Promote the organization’s employer brand and support talent attraction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, I/O Psychology, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including strategic planning and organizational leadership.
• Strong track record partnering with executive teams and managing workforce planning.
• Demonstrated experience with organizational culture, staff development, and DEIB strategies.
• In-depth understanding of organizational dynamics and customized HR strategy implementation.
• Expertise in benefits management and employee communication.
• Proficiency in HR compliance, compensation, and operational leadership.
• Experience supporting remote and distributed teams; global HR experience is a plus.
• Skilled in HRIS platforms and data-informed decision-making.
• SHRM-SCP or PHR certification preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasional travel to offsite locations may be required, including outside of standard business hours.
• Must be able to communicate effectively via phone, video, email, or in person.
• Requires regular use of a computer and the ability to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Must be comfortable working across various levels of the organization and managing remote relationships.

The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications.

GroundTruth Project provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources, Strategy/Planning, and Administrative

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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