Director of Human Resources

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kansas.

📋 Description

• Formulate and implement HR strategies that align with business goals; provide guidance to executives on organizational design, workforce planning, and risks associated with people management.

• Lead, mentor, and nurture the HR team while managing the HR budget.

• Act as the US liaison for Solvd's Global HR strategy.

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on federal, state, and local employment laws.

• Provide coaching to managers regarding performance challenges, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions; evaluate and sanction Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), corrective measures, and terminations.

• Conduct or supervise confidential workplace investigations.

• Manage Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), leaves, and accommodations across more than 30 states; oversee workers' compensation claims and regulatory compliance reporting.

• Preserve confidential employee records; lead revisions of the employee handbook, policy updates, and compliance audits.

• Supervise HR reporting (headcount, turnover, compliance metrics) and drive process enhancements.

• Collaborate with leadership on workforce planning and headcount forecasting.

• Assist with full-cycle recruiting in partnership with the HR Generalist.

• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including conducting exit interviews and making necessary system access modifications.

• Oversee compensation philosophy, structure, and job architecture in collaboration with executive leadership.

• Direct benefits strategy and plan design; collaborate with brokers during the annual open enrollment process.

• Administer the 401(k) plan, ensuring compliance and managing the annual audit.

• Lead performance review cycles, goal-setting initiatives, and development programs.

• Propel succession planning, leadership development, and training programs.

• Cultivate an inclusive culture that reflects company values.

• Initiate engagement initiatives, recognition programs, events, surveys, and HR communications.

• Manage cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing the employee experience.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles in organizational strategy, compensation/benefits, and employee relations.

• A Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred; SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, or equivalent certifications are also preferred.

• Practical experience with multi-state leave and accommodation laws (ADA, FMLA, state leave legislation).

• Proven ability to conduct confidential investigations to resolution.

• Experience managing multi-state payroll and benefits administration.

• Demonstrated success in coaching managers through performance management processes, corrective actions, and terminations.

• Extensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, meticulous attention to detail, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to navigate ambiguity comfortably.

• Proficient in HR systems and digital collaboration tools; experience with BambooHR is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and paid holidays.

• Fully remote work with flexibility and autonomy.

• Opportunities for growth within a dynamic, innovative team in a startup-like environment.