Human Resources Director

Position: Director of Human Resources

Job Type: In-person, 5 days a week

Location: Charlotte, NC

Duration: Perm

Pay Rate: $150k

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Process: 2 Rounds

Job Description:

The Director of Human Resources serves as a strategic business partner and leader of the HR function. This role is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with the organization's mission, business objectives, and long-term growth goals. The Director will lead the HR team in delivering high-impact talent acquisition, talent development, total rewards, employee relations, and organizational culture initiatives while ensuring regulatory compliance and mitigating risk. By leveraging data, technology, and forward-thinking practices, this leader will drive employee engagement, retention, and organizational agility in a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and oversee the HR team and daily department operations.
• Partner with executive leadership to drive HR strategy, workforce planning, and organizational design.
• Design and implement a strategic internship and campus ambassador program.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies.
• Lead performance management, leadership development, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and total rewards programs.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and manage employee relations matters.
• Leverage HR data and analytics to inform business decisions and improve workforce outcomes.
• Support organizational change initiatives and implement HR technologies.
• Handle compliance reporting and maintain HR policies and procedures.
• 10% of travel to other Alpha Omega offices

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, organizational development, or a related field.
• At least 5-10 years of human resources experience.
• Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen: Proven ability to align HR initiatives with business strategy and drive measurable impact on organizational performance.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to influence and build trust at the executive level.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrated negotiation, conflict resolution, and change management expertise.
• Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations, with the ability to apply them strategically.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS/talent management systems (experience implementing or optimizing HR technology a plus).
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a people-first approach.