Strategic HR Director — Compliance & People Ops

VirTra; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

VirTra, based in Chandler, AZ, seeks an experienced HR leader to direct all facets of human resources in a manufacturing environment. This hands-on role blends strategic planning with day-to-day HR operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective workforce management.

You will oversee payroll, benefits, policy development, audits, and labor law adherence, partnering with leadership to optimize talent strategies and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required.
• Minimum 8 years HR experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience with government contractor requirements (OFCCP) and labor laws.
• Strong knowledge of ERP and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR operations with focus on regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and program governance.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, payroll oversight, and policy implementation.
• Develop and maintain HR policies aligned with state and federal regulations and update the employee handbook.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state contractor requirements and wage/benefit rules for government contracts.
• Monitor HR metrics and drive data-driven decisions; support talent management and succession planning.
• Collaborate with leadership to mitigate risk and ensure equitable employment practices.

Skills

HR leadership

Regulatory compliance

Payroll administration

Workforce planning

Employee relations

HRIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business administration or related field

8 years HR experience in manufacturing

SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP or SPHR or PHR certification preferred

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Office

Job description

VirTra, based in Chandler, AZ, seeks an experienced HR leader to direct all facets of human resources in a manufacturing environment. This hands-on role blends strategic planning with day-to-day HR operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and effective workforce management.

You will oversee payroll, benefits, policy development, audits, and labor law adherence, partnering with leadership to optimize talent strategies and risk management.