The HT Group is seeking an experienced and dynamic Human Resources Director to lead HR operations for a rapidly growing organization in the Golden Triangle area. This is a hands-on leadership role for a strategic HR professional who thrives in high-growth environments, enjoys building structure, and can implement scalable systems, processes, and policies that drive organizational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Employee Relations
- Coach front-line leaders on performance management, discipline, and employee engagement.
- Promote consistent application of company policies and labor laws.
- Build leadership capability through targeted development and feedback.
- HR Strategy & Workforce Planning
- Partner with leadership to forecast staffing needs and align HR plans with business growth.
- Analyze turnover and workforce trends; develop data-driven retention strategies.
- Oversee recruiting efforts in partnership with the recruiting team.
- Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws, DOT regulations, and hours-of-service rules.
- Collaborate with Safety on initiatives to reduce driver fatigue and workplace injuries.
- Oversee leave administration, workers’ compensation, and injury management.
- Systems & Analytics
- Maintain and analyze HR metrics (turnover, headcount, compensation trends).
- Utilize Excel and BI tools to develop and present actionable insights.
- Policy, Culture & Change Management
- Modernize and update HR policies, ensuring alignment with corporate and legal standards.
- Serve as change agent to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Support communication, engagement, and cultural initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 8–10+ years of progressive HR experience, including multi-site or high-volume operations.
- Strong background in employee relations, compliance, and workforce planning.
- Proficient with ADP; Workday experience strongly preferred.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills (pivot tables, BI reports).
- Experience with safety programs, workers’ compensation, and leave management.
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership coaching skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, blue-collar environment with high visibility on site.
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