HR Director

Our client operates in a rapidly expanding segment of the health-adjacent services industry that sits at the intersection of care coordination, workforce management, and regulated service delivery. Demand for these services continues to grow nationwide due to demographic shifts, healthcare system pressures, and increased reliance on community-based support models.

The organization is entering a significant phase of evolution, marked by operational scale, structural reorganization, and planned geographic expansion beyond California. With a strong foundation already in place, the next stage of growth will focus on building durable infrastructure, professionalizing internal systems, and supporting a larger, multi-state workforce.

This role offers a rare opportunity to build and lead a modern HR function at the enterprise level, partner directly with executive leadership, and help shape a platform designed for national scale. The Director of Human Resources will play a central role in preparing the organization for long-term growth, acquisitions, and increased complexity in a highly regulated environment

The Director of HR will establish HR as a standalone vertical reporting directly to the CEO and will partner closely with executive leadership to ensure the organization is well-positioned for future growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic leadership to the HR department by supervising staff, mentoring team members, and overseeing all HR functions and processes.
• Conduct performance management, coaching, development planning, and corrective actions as needed.
• Build scalable HR processes to support a large, distributed workforce and a growing administrative team.

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational growth and long-term planning.
• Oversee multi-state HR compliance as the organization expands beyond California.
• Establish, maintain, and improve HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations, organizational design, and change management.

• Support due diligence, onboarding, and integration of acquired organizations.
• Review and align HR policies, compensation structures, and employment practices during M&A activities.

• Oversee recruiting strategy and workforce planning for both administrative and operational roles.
• Develop and maintain training programs and professional development resources.
• Partner with leadership to improve retention, engagement, and career pathways.

• Provide oversight and optimization of HRIS and related systems (platform-agnostic experience acceptable).
• Improve tracking, reporting, and turnaround times for HR deliverables.

• Support and strengthen our client’s mission-driven, employee-centered culture.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with employees at all levels, including field-based and remote staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior-level leadership
• Proven experience leading and supervising HR staff
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience working with Vista HRIS software is preferred
• Experience supporting a dispersed or multi-site workforce
• Experience supporting a large population of hourly employees
• Experience in healthcare, home care, human services, or similarly regulated environments
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions
• Familiarity with multi-state employment laws and compliance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual skills are a plus but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be tasked with lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs., if able to do so.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for moderate periods of time.
• Must be able to bend at the knees and waist frequently
• Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and a computer mouse and keyboard.