Interim Human Resources (HR) Director
Make an immediate impact during a critical leadership transition.
We're recommending an experienced Interim Director of Human Resources (Employee Relations & Compliance Focus) to step into a high-visibility leadership role and provide senior-level HR guidance during an important organizational transition.
This position is ideal for a seasoned HR leader who thrives in employee relations, workplace investigations, manager coaching, performance management, compliance, and risk mitigation. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to leadership while helping navigate complex people-related matters and ensuring sound HR practices across the organization.
This is an onsite contract engagement expected to last approximately 6-8 weeks, with potential for extension through year-end based on organizational needs and candidate interest.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the senior HR advisor to organizational leaders and managers
- Guide managers through employee relations matters and difficult workplace situations
- Conduct and oversee workplace investigations
- Provide coaching on performance management and corrective action processes
- Advise on terminations and risk mitigation strategies
- Support FMLA, leave administration, and employment law compliance matters
- Partner with leadership to address workplace conflict and employee concerns
- Ensure HR practices remain legally compliant and aligned with best practices
- Help maintain continuity and stability during a leadership transition
Why This Opportunity?
- High-visibility HR leadership engagement
- Opportunity to serve as the organization's trusted HR advisor
- Focus on strategic HR leadership rather than day-to-day administrative work
- Meaningful employee relations, investigations, and compliance responsibilities
- Potential for engagement through year-end
- Ability to create immediate value and influence organizational outcomes
If you're an experienced HR leader looking for an impactful interim opportunity where your expertise can make a difference from day one, let's connect. Call our team direct at (563) 359-7535.
Qualifications:
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as an HR Director, Senior HR Manager, Director of People Operations, or Senior HR Business Partner
- Strong background in employee relations and workplace investigations
- Deep understanding of employment law, FMLA, compliance, and HR risk management
- Experience advising executives, managers, and leadership teams
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and complex employee situations
- Strong judgment, professionalism, and communication skills
- Ability to establish credibility quickly and make an immediate impact
Compensation
$35.00-$50.00 HourlyAbout Us
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