Director, HR

Rosnet LLC•Kansas City, MO

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced and people-first Director of Human Resources to join our team. Reporting directly to the SVP of People & Operations, this is a hands-on leadership role that will own the day-to-day HR function while helping shape the strategic direction of how we hire, develop, and retain talent. You'll work closely with our HR Manager to provide mentorship, functional leadership, and continuity across the employee experience. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role with a clear path toward VP-level responsibility for the right candidate.

Requirements

8–12 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior HR role
Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, HR compliance, and payroll/benefits administration
Experience recruiting across a range of roles, including technical positions
Prior experience working in a small or mid-sized company where you wore multiple hats is strongly preferred
Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Rippling, or similar)
Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) such as Greenhouse, Lever, or Workable
Comfortable with payroll processing software and benefits administration platforms
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including spreadsheet tools for HR reporting and data analysis
Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools in HR workflows — whether in recruiting, onboarding, communications, policy development, or analytics
Comfortable evaluating and adopting new HR technology
Able to help the broader HR team develop AI literacy and modern ways of working
Strong working knowledge of employment law (federal and state)
Comfortable operating independently while knowing when to escalate
Highly organized with strong attention to detail, especially in compliance and documentation
Ability to analyze HR data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
Skilled at building and improving HR processes, policies, and systems in a lean environment
Exceptional communication skills — trusted by employees at every level of the organization
A natural mentor who invests in the growth of the people around you
Executive presence and the ability to influence without authority
Adept at navigating sensitive conversations with empathy, discretion, and professionalism
Collaborative by nature, with the ability to build strong relationships across departments
Takes ownership of outcomes, follows through on commitments, and holds others to the same standard with fairness and respect
Understands how HR decisions impact the broader organization and connects people strategies to business goals
Proactively identifies risk, stays ahead of regulatory changes, and ensures the organization operates within legal and ethical boundaries
Invests genuinely in the growth of others; provides timely, constructive feedback and creates space for team members to stretch
Uses metrics, trends, and analysis to inform recommendations rather than relying solely on intuition
Thrives in a dynamic, fast-moving environment and adjusts priorities without losing focus on what matters most
Handles sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and models ethical behavior at all times

Nice To Haves

SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary processes
Ensure company policies, practices, and documentation are current, compliant, and consistently applied
Assist with payroll administration and ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Oversee benefits administration, open enrollment, and vendor relationships — ensuring compliance with ACA, ERISA, FMLA, and other applicable regulations
Maintain and evolve the employee handbook, HR policies, and compliance calendar
Partner with legal counsel as needed on employment matters
Lead full-cycle recruiting for professional and technical roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding coordination
Develop and maintain a consistent, positive candidate experience that reflects our employer brand
Build scalable hiring processes and tools, leveraging AI-powered platforms to improve efficiency and quality of hire
Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, competency frameworks, and selection criteria
Analyze and report on recruiting metrics to identify areas for improvement
Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and professional development support to our HR Manager
Help build a cohesive, high-performing HR team as the company grows
Model an HR leadership style that is approachable, employee-centered, and operationally sound
Identify capability gaps within the HR function and develop plans to address them
Partner with the SVP of People & Operations on workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning
Support manager effectiveness through coaching, training, and tools
Contribute to culture-building initiatives, working alongside the HR Manager on engagement and wellness programming
Use HR data and analytics to inform decisions and present insights to leadership
Stay current on HR trends, employment law, and emerging technology — and bring forward-thinking recommendations to the table