HR Director

We are looking for an experienced HR Director to provide strategic and hands-on human resources leadership for a long-term contract opportunity based in Lombard, Illinois. This role will oversee key HR functions, support a positive employee experience, and help ensure policies, programs, and practices align with organizational needs. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment in employee relations, benefits oversight, compensation administration, and HR compliance.

Responsibilities:
• Lead day-to-day human resources operations and provide guidance across employee relations, policy interpretation, and workforce support activities.
• Advise managers and leadership on sensitive workplace matters, helping resolve employee concerns fairly, promptly, and in accordance with company standards.
• Direct benefits administration activities, including employee support, issue resolution, and coordination with internal or external partners.
• Oversee compensation-related processes and contribute to the effective management of pay practices, job alignment, and rewards programs.
• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation to support consistent administration and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor employment law and HR compliance requirements, recommending updates to practices and processes as needed.
• Partner with leadership to strengthen HR programs that support engagement, retention, and an effective workplace culture.
• Prepare and review HR records, reports, and metrics to support decision-making and operational accountability.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience serving in a senior human resources leadership role, preferably as an HR Director or in a similar capacity.
• Strong background in employee relations with the ability to manage complex workplace issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Hands-on experience with benefits administration, HR operations, and compensation-related programs.
• Solid knowledge of human resources compliance requirements and employment practices.
• Ability to interpret policies, advise leaders, and balance business needs with employee considerations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Compensation

$52.25-$60.50 Hourly

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