Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director

About Our Client

Our client is Tampa-Bay area-based multi-location organization with a strong, established company culture. The role is hybrid and requires some travel to their office locations.

What You’ll Do

In the role of Human Resources Director, you’ll lead all strategic and tactical aspects of the HR function to create a meaningful employee experience. This role requires an experienced HR professional who can manage payroll operations, oversee employee relations, navigate complex leave management, and provide coaching to leaders and staff while ensuring compliance with employment regulations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all locations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely resolution of payroll issues

• Serve as primary contact for employee relations matters including conflicts, coaching and support, investigations, and disciplinary processes

• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management, conflict resolution, and leadership development

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies across all locations

• Lead employee benefits programs, open enrollment, and serve as liaison with benefits vendors

• Administer all leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and state-specific leave laws

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and maintain employment files, policies, and employee handbook

• Complete analysis of workforce metrics and develop HR strategies to support organization’s overall strategy and goals

• Support M&A activities for newly acquired and integrated organizations and team members

• Design and implement performance evaluation systems and support performance improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• Minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

• Proven hands-on experience managing payroll operations

• Extensive knowledge of employment law, leave management (FMLA, ADA, workers' comp), and HR compliance

• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution

• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and organization integration

• Experience coaching managers and conducting leadership development

• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and applicant tracking systems

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between locations as needed

Nice-to-Haves:

• Master's degree in Human Resources or related field

• PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification

• Experience in a multi-unit or multi-site organization