Director of HR

Day to Day:

A client of Insight Global is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead all aspects of HR for a mission-driven nonprofit organization. This role requires a strategic and hands-on leader who can manage recruitment, employee relations, compliance, benefits, and performance management while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The Director will serve as the primary HR resource for a 40–45 employee team, oversee legal compliance, and maintain strong relationships across all departments. Additional responsibilities include managing compensation and benefits, leading performance reviews, coordinating training and development, and ensuring adherence to FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA, and other employment regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic and operational leader for all HR functions
• Develop and maintain HR policies and ensure compliance with labor laws
• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention programs
• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and workplace culture initiatives
• Administer compensation, benefits, and payroll processes
• Lead performance management and professional development programs
• Ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA, and other regulations
• Maintain accurate HR records and prepare reports for leadership

Must haves:

• Minimum 4-5 years of progressive HR experience, including 3 years in a leadership role
• Comprehensive knowledge of all HR functions (not just recruiting - FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA)
• Strong understanding of employment laws and compliance from a legal perspective
• Ability to work independently and manage a “one-stop shop” HR function
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Plusses

• Master’s degree
• Professional certifications: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP
• Nonprofit experience
• Experience with HRIS systems and HR data analytics
• Familiarity with benefits administration and payroll oversight