Job Description
We are looking for an experienced HR Director to lead and manage human resources operations for a growing retail organization based in Portland, Oregon. This long-term contract position requires a dynamic leader who can oversee HR functions across multiple locations, ensuring smooth employee relations and benefits administration while supporting recruitment efforts for a workforce of several hundred employees. The ideal candidate will contribute to the company’s stability during a period of growth and expansion.
Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for HR operations across multiple retail locations in various states.
• Manage employee relations issues, addressing concerns and resolving disputes effectively to maintain a positive work environment.
• Oversee benefits administration, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering comprehensive support to employees.
• Lead recruitment initiatives for hourly employees, collaborating with field teams to meet hiring needs for new and existing stores.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.
• Support the opening of new stores by coordinating staffing plans and onboarding processes.
• Handle compensation and benefits structures, ensuring competitive offerings that align with industry standards.
• Promote automation and systematization of HR functions to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Guide the HR team and provide mentorship to entry-level staff, fostering growth and development.
• Address legal and compliance matters, including frivolous lawsuits, to protect the organization’s interests.
• Proven experience in multi-unit retail HR leadership, preferably within the restaurant or catering industry.• Strong knowledge of employee relations and benefits administration, with the ability to manage complex HR issues.
• Expertise in recruiting and staffing processes for large hourly workforces.
• Familiarity with compensation and benefits practices, including competitive benchmarking.
• Solid understanding of HR compliance and legal requirements, including handling workplace disputes.
• Ability to manage HR operations during periods of growth and expansion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor teams.
• Demonstrated ability to implement automated systems and streamline HR processes.