Human Resources Director

AccuWeather Careers•State College, PA

About The Position

AccuWeather is seeking a Director of Human Resources to join their growing HR team who will lead and execute strategic HR initiatives with a primary focus on recruiting, talent management, and employee development. This role is responsible for building a high-performing workforce by attracting top talent, developing employees, and aligning talent strategies with organizational goals. The Director will serve as a key partner to the management team in shaping a culture of continuous learning, development, and performance excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
8–12+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles
Strong expertise in recruiting, talent management, and learning & development
Proven ability to build and implement strategic HR programs
Experience with HRIS systems and talent analytics
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Strategic thinking and execution
Talent assessment and development
Change management
Data-driven decision-making
Coaching and leadership development
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
Develop and implement a comprehensive recruiting strategy to attract diverse, high-quality candidates
Partner with leadership to forecast workforce needs and build talent pipelines, including early-career talent
Oversee employer branding initiatives to position the organization as an employer of choice
Optimize recruiting processes, tools, and metrics (time-to-fill, quality of hire, etc.)
Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring lifecycle
Manage employee onboarding through development of best-in-class programing through the first 90 days
Internship & Early Career Program Development
Design and manage a structured internship and early-career talent program aligned with business needs
Build partnerships with universities, colleges, and professional organizations to create a strong talent pipeline
Establish program goals, curricula, and meaningful project-based experiences for interns
Create pathways from internships to full-time employment
Measure program success through conversion rates, performance outcomes, and participant feedback
Promote the organization’s brand on campuses and within early-career networks
Talent Management & Succession Planning
Design and lead performance management systems that drive accountability and growth
Identify high-potential employees and create succession plans for critical roles
Partner with leaders to support employee engagement, retention, and career progression
Implement talent review processes and leadership development strategies
Use data and analytics to inform talent decisions and improve organizational effectiveness
Learning, Training & Development
Develop and execute a company-wide learning and development strategy
Design leadership development programs and career pathing frameworks
Assess training needs and deliver programs that enhance employee skills and performance
Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth
Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust programs based on feedback and outcomes
HR Leadership & Strategy
Align HR strategies with overall business objectives
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on talent-related matters
Lead and develop the HR team to deliver high-impact results
Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices
Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across recruiting and development