Director of Human Resources

US MED- EQUIP LLC•Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Director of Human Resources leads all people functions and serves as a strategic partner to the executive team. The role builds programs to attract, develop, and retain talent while maintaining compliance with employment law. This is a hands-on leadership position: the Director sets HR strategy, manages a team, and works directly on employee relations, policy, and key hires. The position is based in Houston, Texas, and is described as on-site / hybrid. It reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
8 or more years of progressive HR experience, including 3 or more years in an HR leadership role.
Generalist experience across recruiting, compensation, benefits, employee relations, and compliance.
Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment law.
Experience managing and developing an HR team.
Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, and applicant tracking systems.
Excellent judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential information.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in HR, Business, or Organizational Development.
SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification.
Experience in a multi-state or multi-site organization.
Background in a regulated or growth-stage industry, such as healthcare, medical equipment, or manufacturing.
Experience leading an HRIS implementation or M&A integration.
Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Clear, credible communication at every level.
Conflict resolution and sound decision-making.
Data-driven approach to people decisions.
Coaching and team leadership.
Integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute an HR strategy aligned with business goals and growth plans.
Advise the CFO and leadership team on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management.
Lead, coach, and develop the HR team; set goals and manage the department budget.
Report HR metrics, including turnover, time-to-fill, engagement, and labor cost, to leadership.
Oversee full-cycle recruiting, employer branding, and onboarding.
Partner with hiring managers on headcount plans and job requirements.
Manage recruiting vendors, job boards, and the applicant tracking system.
Design and maintain salary structures, pay bands, and incentive programs.
Lead annual benefits renewal and open enrollment with brokers and carriers.
Oversee payroll accuracy and partnership with Finance.
Run the performance review cycle and goal-setting process.
Build leadership development, training, and succession plans.
Support managers with coaching and performance improvement plans.
Investigate and resolve employee concerns, complaints, and disciplinary matters.
Drive engagement surveys, recognition programs, and retention initiatives.
Champion an inclusive, respectful workplace culture.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, EEO, and OSHA.
Maintain the employee handbook and HR policies.
Manage HR records, I-9s, required filings, and audits.
Coordinate with outside counsel on legal matters and claims.
Own the HRIS and related technology, and improve processes through automation.
Ensure data accuracy, confidentiality, and secure records management.
Develop HR processes, policies, and procedures according to best business practices.