Director of Human Resources

RPM Living • Austin, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources is a key member of RPM Living’s HR executive team, responsible for overseeing and managing aspects of the human resources function. The role develops and implements HR strategies, manages HR staff, and ensures compliance with labor laws and regulations. It calls for strategic HR management, employee relations, and business leadership expertise.

The Director leads and develops Strategic HR Business Partners, advises senior leaders, works with Employee Relations and legal teams on complex issues, and partners with HRIS and Talent Acquisition to provide actionable workforce data. The role also advances culture, performance management, leadership development, and consistent implementation of business-aligned HR programs and policies.

This is a hybrid role requiring attendance at a corporate office four days a week. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check. A valid driver’s license is preferred; candidates without one may be provided a liability waiver.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong understanding of HR principles, processes, and best practices.
• Experience with HR information systems (HRIS) and other HR software and tools.
• Proficiency in data analytics and business intelligence platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to explain complex HR information clearly.
• High integrity and ethical standards.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, read documents and computer screens, hear and understand verbal communications in person and remotely, and operate a computer and other office equipment.
• May occasionally need to lift or carry files or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or MBA.
• Professional certification such as SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or CCP.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor Strategic HR Business Partners to align HR strategies, talent management, and workforce planning with business operations objectives.
• Partner with the Employee Relations Director and legal team on high-risk employee issues, executive-level conflicts, compliance concerns, and complex organizational changes, ensuring coordinated handoffs and communication.
• Advise senior leadership on HR matters, organizational design, and change management to support business growth and operational performance.
• Partner with HRIS and Talent Acquisition to gather workforce metrics and present actionable HR data to operations partners.
• Help operations leadership understand how workforce data relates to productivity, efficiency, and business outcomes.
• Champion a culture of high performance, teamwork, diversity and inclusion, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee performance management frameworks and leadership development initiatives to build talent pipelines and improve manager capability.
• Oversee the strategic rollout of business-aligned HR programs, policies, and practices, ensuring consistent execution while balancing business needs with legal compliance.

Benefits

• Weekly pay for associates working onsite at an apartment community.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for full-time, regular associates.
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
• Ancillary benefits, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging programs and Employee Resource Groups.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
• Discounts on Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director