Director of HR & Payroll (8568)
- Direct Hire
- Location
- United States
Director of Human Resources & Payroll
Position Summary: Our client is seeking a Director of Human Resources & Payroll to lead all human resources and payroll functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, policy development, performance management, and payroll operations. This hands-on leadership role partners with management to support employees, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive organizational effectiveness across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources Leadership
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Lead day-to-day HR operations and serve as a trusted advisor to employees and management.
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Develop and administer HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
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Maintain employee records and ensure confidentiality.
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Support employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture initiatives.
Recruitment & Onboarding
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Manage recruiting, hiring, and onboarding processes.
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Partner with managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
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Oversee employment documentation, background checks, and new hire orientation.
Payroll & Benefits
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Administer and process payroll accurately and on schedule.
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Ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations.
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Manage employee benefits programs, enrollments, and employee communications.
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Coordinate payroll reporting and maintain payroll records.
Employee Relations & Compliance
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Serve as the primary resource for employee relations matters.
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Conduct workplace investigations and advise managers on performance, corrective action, and employment decisions.
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Ensure compliance with employment laws, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and other regulatory requirements.
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Maintain required records and support audits and legal inquiries as needed.
Performance & Development
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Support performance management, employee development, and succession planning.
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Identify training opportunities and promote leadership development throughout the organization.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
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Five or more years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities.
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Experience overseeing payroll administration required.
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Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, employee relations, benefits administration, and payroll practices.
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Experience supporting multi-location operations preferred.
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Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, and Microsoft Office systems.
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Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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Proven ability to build relationships, exercise sound judgment, work independently, and balance strategic and day-to-day HR responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.