Human Resources Director

Job Description

Job Description

Summary/objective

The HR Director will lead the company’s human resources department, driving strategic HR initiatives that align with business goals and support growth. This role requires a proactive, business-minded leader overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, training and development, HR compliance, and workforce planning.

Essential functions

Strategic Leadership and Planning

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with company goals to support business growth and operational effectiveness
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, providing strategic counsel on HR, legal, and organizational matters and contributing to key business decisions.
• Personally handles complex employee relations, investigations, and high-risk HR matters.
• Lead enterprise-wide succession planning and workforce development strategies.
• Lead organizational design initiatives, including development of future-state structures aligned with business strategy.
• Talent Acquisition and Management
• Oversee recruitment and retention efforts, ensuring that HR practices attract top talent across all levels.
• Lead executive recruitment and succession planning for critical leadership roles.
• Develop strategies for employer branding and pipeline building to support expansion.
• Implement career development programs, succession planning, and talent review processes.

Employee Relations and Engagement

• Champion a positive workplace culture, driving initiatives to improve employee engagement, recognition, and morale.
• Ensure consistent application of policies and practices across employee relations matters in alignment with legal and organizational standards.

Compensation and Benefits

• Design and oversee competitive compensation structures, including salaries, benefits, and incentive programs.
• Regularly assess and adjust programs to ensure they meet employee needs and support organizational goals.

Training and Development

• Establish and promote learning and development programs that support employee growth, leadership development, and a culture of continuous learning.
• Leads performance management processes, including design of review frameworks, manager coaching, and calibration.
• Holds leadership accountable for performance standards and employee development.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure all HR activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risk related to employment decisions and workforce strategy.

HR Infrastructure & Systems

• Owns HR systems (ADP Workforce Now) and ensures data integrity, reporting, and process efficiency.
• Leads administration of compliance programs, including training, policy acknowledgment, and audits.

Data-Driven HR Analytics

• Implement HR metrics to measure effectiveness and inform decision-making processes.
• Analyze trends in HR practices to anticipate future workforce needs and potential challenges.

Surveys

• Conduct annual Gallup surveys with AFB and AFBCO employees, interpret results, and provide actionable data
• Conduct annual meaningful ASE surveys, most especially the salary survey for SE Michigan
• Consider and complete Best Workplace surveys as warranted

Competencies

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Analytical skills and a data-driven approach to measure HR effectiveness and support strategic decision-making.
• Operates effectively in a lean HR environment, balancing strategic leadership with hands-on execution.
• Brings a practical, business-oriented approach to HR decision-making.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Supervisory responsibilities

• Coaches, mentors, and leads others to influence high performance
• Manage team including quarterly performance reviews
• Conduct team’s weekly and quarterly meetings

Work environment

• Professional corporate and team-oriented environment
• Hybrid work schedule with at least 2 days each week in office

Physical demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Standard business hours although some overtime may be required to meet deadlines or manage unexpected issues

Travel required

• Minimal travel if any

Required education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
• 7+ years in human resources with progressive leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing HR programs that drive organizational performance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS software

Preferred education and experience

• Preferred experience in franchising or multi-brand environment
• Master’s degree a plus
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent preferred
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now preferred

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.