HR Operations Director

Morris Group, Inc. • Windsor, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Morris Group, Inc. is seeking a hands-on HR operations leader who thrives in execution, process improvement, and developing teams. The successful candidate will partner closely with senior leadership to execute strategic initiatives while leading the day-to-day operations of the HR function. This position is fully onsite in our corporate office, located in Windsor, CT.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• At least five (5) years of management experience (i.e. directly managing a small team) in the Human Resources field required.
• This is a full-time on-site position (must be willing to work 8am-5pm in the office, Mon-Friday).
• Must possess strong to advanced competence in the following functional areas of HR; HRIS; ER; Compensation; and Recruiting.

Nice To Haves

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the HRVP and senior leadership to design and execute staffing, recruiting, compensation, and retention strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Provides broad oversight of the Employee Relations Team, including recruiting, disciplinary actions, employee issues, and inquiries. Serves as a strategic advisor to the HR Manager on complex employee relations and staffing matters, including occasional leave of absence and benefits situations.
• Provides broad oversite to key annual processes, including performance review cycles and all EEO/AAP reporting requirements.
• Provides hands-on guidance and support to senior leaders when navigating difficult or sensitive employee relations matters.
• Identifies organizational staffing and recruiting needs; develops and implements best practice hiring and talent acquisition strategies.
• Provides hands-on leadership for the organization’s HRIS platforms, including creating, preparing, analyzing, and reporting on HR data to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Serves as a primary HR representative by delivering key organizational communications, including open enrollment updates, wellness initiatives, merit cycle information, and employee engagement announcements.
• Participates in quarterly Talent Reviews and partners with the learning & development business partner and HR team to ensure timely completion of follow-up actions and development plans.
• Monitors and ensures the organization's compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and updates policies and practices as needed to maintain ongoing compliance and alignment with best practices.
• Plans and guides the professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
• Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• 3+ Weeks’ Vacation to Start
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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