Human Resources Director

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Human Resources Director serves as a strategic partner to leadership, aligning people strategies with business objectives to drive performance, strengthen culture, and support organizational growth. This role leads key areas of talent management, employee experience, compensation, and compliance, while ensuring consistent and effective HR practices across the company.

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as a strategic partner to executive leadership, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and team performance
• Ensures Company compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; partners with legal counsel as appropriate
• Develops, implements, and communicates HR policies, procedures, and programs to ensure consistency and compliance
• Leads talent management efforts including recruitment, retention, development, and performance management
• Partners on compensation strategy, including market alignment, internal equity, and retention planning
• Supports employee relations by addressing workplace concerns and guiding leaders through complex situations
• Oversees HR operations and administration, including management and development of HR staff
• Maintains awareness of industry trends and recommends improvements to HR programs and practices
• Evaluates and recommends benefits programs to remain competitive and cost-effective Participates in executive and leadership meetings, providing a strategic HR perspective
  
  

Additional

• Supports organizational changes including restructuring, growth, and workforce transitions
• Assists with company-wide initiatives related to culture, engagement, and development
• Performs other related duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including leadership responsibility
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR strategy to operational needs
• Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships with leaders at all levels
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and professionalism aligned with company values
• Proven ability to develop and lead high-performing teams
  
  

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement: Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics