Regional HR Director

Dungarvin • Long Beach, CA

7h • $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Human Resources Director (RHRD) is a strategic, hands-on HR leader responsible for aligning human resources practices with business objectives across the region. This high-visibility, builder role partners closely with senior operational leadership, providing consultative guidance while strengthening HR infrastructure to support growth, performance, and cultural alignment.
The RHRD leads and develops the HR teams, ensures compliance, and drives HR initiatives across the organization. This role collaborates with HR Centers of Excellence including Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, and People Services to design and implement programs that enhance engagement, operational excellence, and business results.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments, balances tactical problem-solving with strategic thinking, and enjoys building scalable solutions that leave a lasting impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive, multi-site HR leadership, including strategic planning, employee relations, recruiting, compensation, workforce planning, and organizational development in complex or regulated environments.
• 5+ years of director-level experience supervising HRBPs or equivalent roles; proven ability to coach and develop HR professionals and operational leaders, lead performance management, and influence executives.
• Expertise in employment law, multi-state compliance, employee relations, performance management, D&I, succession planning, and organizational integration. Experience with mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale change initiatives.
• Skilled in leading complex projects, driving change management, leveraging HR data analytics, and implementing scalable HR infrastructure.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint), leveraging tools for executive reporting, data analysis, strategic presentations, collaboration, and enterprise-level communication.
• Exposure to HR strategy and execution during mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale organizational integrations, including aligning policies, culture, systems, and workforce structures to support seamless transitions.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to connect HR strategy to operational and financial outcomes, including budgeting, P&L oversight, and workforce planning.
• Master’s degree in Human Resources, HR Management, or MBA with an HR focus preferred.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or similar HR certifications preferred. Additional credentials in Coaching, Mediation, or Project Management (PMP, CAPM) are a plus.
• Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, UltiPro (Ultimate Software), or similar systems, along with familiarity with ATS and LMS platforms (e.g., Relias, Cornerstone).
• Background in healthcare, human services, or other regulated, multi-state environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with senior operational leaders, serving as the primary HR advisor and escalation point.
• Drive workforce planning, recruitment, retention strategies, and organizational integration aligned with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards while identifying gaps in policy, process, and HR infrastructure and implementing solutions.
• Leading HR integration for acquisitions: identifying gaps, resolving compliance issues, conducting due diligence, managing risk, and implementing change management with credibility and buy-in.
• Balancing tactical support (employee relations, performance guidance, priority issue resolution) with strategic initiatives.
• Coaching and developing HR professionals and leaders; fostering a positive, inclusive culture that reflects Dungarvin’s values
• Leveraging HR analytics to forecast needs, optimize retention/engagement, and provide actionable business insights
• Managing budget, guiding compensation planning, and advising on financial/operational impacts

Benefits

• Compensation: $140,000 Annually plus Bonus Eligibility.
• Work Environment: Hybrid within the Southern part of California.
• Retirement Plan: 401 K plan with up to 3% employer match after one year of service.
• Time Away: PTO that increases with tenure, PTO donation options, and paid sick leave
• Insurance & Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage (including plans for families, spouses, and domestic partners). Additional benefits include pet insurance, supplemental insurance options, and flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA and HSA). Plus, 100% company-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee Perks: National Brand Discounts, Employee Referral Program, Employee Assistance Program and access to Tapcheck (get 50% of your pay before payday)
• Job Mobility: Opportunities within Dungarvin’s 17 states of service
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile

What This Job Offers

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