Job Description

Human Resources Director
Phoenix, AZ

Vaco is hiring a Human Resources Director for one of our leading clients in Phoenix! As the Human Resource Director, you will be responsible for developing and executing HR strategies that align with the organization’s overall business plan and strategic direction. This includes overseeing all facets of human resources management such as talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, training and development, compliance, compensation and benefits, and organizational development. The HR Director serves as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and ensures a high-performance, employee-focused culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:

  • Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.

  • Act as a strategic partner to executive leadership to drive organizational performance.

  • Lead workforce planning efforts and change management initiatives.

• Talent Management & Acquisition:

  • Oversee full-cycle recruitment and retention strategies to attract top talent.

  • Implement onboarding programs that enhance employee experience and engagement.

  • Lead succession planning and internal talent development programs.

• Employee Relations:

  • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment through effective conflict resolution, engagement strategies, and employee support.

  • Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and practices.

  • Serve as a resource for managers and employees on HR-related issues.

• Compliance & Risk Management:

  • Ensure legal compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

  • Develop and maintain HR policies and employee handbooks.

  • Oversee investigations and resolve workplace issues in a timely and confidential manner.

• Performance Management:

  • Lead the implementation of performance review and goal-setting systems.

  • Coach managers on performance improvement strategies.

  • Promote a culture of continuous feedback and accountability.

• Compensation & Benefits:

  • Evaluate and manage compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and equity.

  • Oversee payroll processes and benefits administration in partnership with finance and third-party vendors.

  • Lead annual benefits enrollment and compensation review cycles.

• Training & Development:

  • Identify training needs and design learning and development programs.

  • Support leadership development and internal mobility initiatives.

  • Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through training and company-wide initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.

• SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification
• Experience with Employment Law specifically in Californian strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to develop strategy and influence executive leadership.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Experience managing HRIS and related HR technologies.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal .

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

• California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here .
• Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here .
• Residents of all other states may access our policies here .
• Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here .
• Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here .

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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