Oregon Staffing
Hr Director
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.
Requirements:
- 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.