About this role
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
Other facts
About livingHR
livingHR is The Work Agency® making work better for people because we know it creates better outcomes for humanity and business. Our team provides lift, scale, and support to the HR/People Functions globally through Managed Services, Projects & Retained, Interim or Fractional Support, and Recruiting & Search.
Our key practice areas are:
1.People ops & core HR
- Culture, Talent Brand & Experience
- Total Rewards & Compensation
- Org Design and Workforce Planning
- Performance, Learning + Development
- Strategy
We offer high-impact solutions to take your business to the next level, including:
- Create Cultures
- Optimize Talent
- Modernize People Operations
- Humanize Experiences
- Search for Great Talent
- Transform DEIB
Life can be hard. Work doesn't have to be. Let us do the lift on humanizing your workplace.
What you'll do
- The Human Resources Director will lead all strategic and tactical aspects of the HR function to create a meaningful employee experience. Responsibilities include overseeing payroll processing, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment regulations.
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