Director of Human Resources

Location: Aurora, IL
Salary: $125,000 - $150,000

Why Work Here

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• Join an established, growing organization with a strong reputation and long-term growth plans.
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• Partner directly with senior leadership in a high-visibility role.
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• Shape company culture, workforce planning, and organizational development.
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• Drive talent acquisition, engagement, leadership development, and retention initiatives.
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• Modernize processes and programs while making a measurable business impact.
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• Work closely with operational and corporate leaders to support continued growth.
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• Build and mentor a team while establishing scalable people practices.
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• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement savings, paid time off, and professional development.
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Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead the organization's people strategy and serve as a trusted partner to executive and operational leadership. This individual will oversee core HR functions while developing programs that support employee engagement, growth, and long-term business objectives.

This is a hands-on Director of Human Resources opportunity for an experienced HR professional who can balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day operations.

Director of Human Resources Key Responsibilities:

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• Develop and execute the organization's HR strategy, policies, and programs.
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• Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development.
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• Oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and performance management.
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• Drive engagement, retention, and leadership development initiatives.
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• Manage HR systems, reporting, processes, and workforce metrics.
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• Lead and develop the HR team.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
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• Experience within union environments highly desired.
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• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility.
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• Broad experience across employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, and compliance.
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• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
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• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred.
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If you're an experienced HR leader looking for a high-impact Director of Human Resources opportunity with visibility across an established and growing organization, apply today to learn more about this opportunity.

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