HR Director

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc • Waukesha, WI

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About The Position

Are you passionate about building strong teams and shaping a positive workplace culture? Join Ruekert & Mielke, Inc., a 100% employee-owned firm, as our next HR Director! We’re looking for an experienced HR professional who thrives on collaboration and is eager to make a meaningful impact on our growing organization. In this role, you’ll lead key HR functions across our team of 150+ staff, including talent acquisition, employee growth and retention, and performance management. Your work will directly influence our ability to attract, retain, and develop top talent while supporting our culture of ownership and engagement. What You’ll Gain Leadership growth partnering with senior leaders and driving initiatives that align HR practices with business goals Strategic impact shaping our HR strategy focused on attracting, developing and retaining top talent A collaborative culture that values innovation, growth, and work-life balance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, decision making and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated skills in strategic planning, project management, and HR program development / implementation

Nice To Haves

• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, PHR/SPHR) preferred

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that support current and future business priorities
• Change Management: Drive change initiatives and foster behaviors that align with organizational goals; enhance the employee experience through new hire check-ins, exit interviews, and feedback programs
• Relationship Building: Cultivate strong partnerships with leaders and employees across all offices
• Talent Management: Lead efforts in talent attraction, retention, and development; collaborate with leaders to identify critical skills and implement development plans
• Coaching & Development: Provide coaching on performance, career development, and corrective actions; support employees in navigating career paths and growth opportunities
• Learning & Development: Embed learning initiatives and leadership development programs into the business culture
• Employee & Labor Relations: Address employee issues, ensure compliance and manage risk
• HR Analytics: Analyze HR data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership plan
• Performance bonuses
• Extra hours bonuses
• Remote/flexible hours
• Generous personal time off and holiday programs
• Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prepaid legal services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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