HR Director

Title: HR DirectorLocation: Waterbury, fully onsiteSalary: $110-130kWhy This HR Director Opportunity?Mission-driven organization serving older adults and individuals with disabilities• Close-knit, family-oriented culture• Lots of opportunity to make an impact and improve processes• Leadership genuinely wants to make the organization an "employer of choice"Responsibilities of the HR Director:Strategic Planning & LeadershipEnsure HR strategies reflect and support the organizations' mission, values, and service to vulnerable and underserved populationsDevelop and implement HR strategy that supports the organization's mission and long-term goals.Lead strategic planning initiatives related to workforce planning, talent development, retention, and succession planning.Provide guidance and support in the execution of HR programs.Serve as the primary point of contact for senior leadership on HR issues and decisions.Employee Relations & CultureServe as the primary point of contact for complex or high-risk employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations.Oversee investigations and ensure appropriate actions are taken in accordance with organizations' policy and legal requirements.Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.Lead employee engagement and retention strategies to ensure the organization remains a positive, inclusive, and desirable workplaceRecruitment, Talent & Performance ManagementOversee recruitment strategy, ensuring high-quality hiring practices and alignment with organizational goals.Provide guidance/consultation on staffing strategy, hiring decisions and workforce planning.Lead performance management initiatives, including evaluations, coaching, and corrective action as needed.Identify training and development needs and implement programs to strengthen employee capabilities.Compensation, Benefits, & Leave AdministrationOversee compensation structure to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.Manage benefits strategy, vendor relationships, and plan renewals.Ensure accurate and compliant leave administration for FMLA, CT Paid Leave, and other programs.Provide final oversight in benefits and leave administration.Policy, Compliance & Legal OversightDevelop, update, and monitor personnel policies and HR procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.Oversee compliance with labor laws, FMLA, ADA, CT Paid Leave, wage and hour laws, and other regulations and fosters a safe, inclusive and productive workplace.Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and employee education on privacy, security, and compliance topics.Represent the organization in HR-related legal or regulatory matters.HR Systems & ReportingMaintain HRIS oversight (including implementation of ADP System rollout), ensuring accuracy and integrity of HR data.Generate HR reports and analytics to inform strategic decisions.Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership using HR metrics and data.Preferred Experience of the HR Director:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related field required; Master's degree or SHRM-CP/SCP HR certification is a plusMinimum 7–10 years of progressive HR experience (including 3+ years in a senior or director-level HR role) with leadership experience.Experience leading programs/projects, influencing business decisions, and managing people/major cross-functional initiatives.Experience with impacting proven success metrics: for example, increasing retention/reducing attrition, reducing lead time for staffing critical roles, or enhancing employee engagement are highly preferredExperience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations is a plus