Director of Human Resources

Job Title: Director of Human Resources

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000 - $140,000 annually

Make a difference that matters.

VIP, Inc. is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to lead and modernize our people operations. This role partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen our HR infrastructure, support a growing workforce, and ensure compliance, safety, and consistency across the organization.

If you’re a hands-on HR leader who thrives in complex environments, enjoys coaching supervisors, and knows how to balance people-first leadership with risk management, this could be your next great move.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, retention, performance management, and employee relations

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations, investigations, corrective action, terminations, and compliance matters

• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal employment laws, required trainings, and documentation

• Oversee and continuously improve VIP’s workplace safety program, including training, inspections, incident review, and corrective actions

• Maintain and update personnel policies and the employee handbook to reflect best practices and legal requirements

• Oversee workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, leaves, accommodations, and DMV pull notice compliance

• Develop manager toolkits, standardized documentation, and provide hands-on supervisor training in coaching, documentation, mediation, and safe work practices

• Track HR and safety metrics, analyze trends, and drive continuous improvement

• Ensure HR and safety practices meet CARF standards and support VIP’s mission and service quality

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, investigations, and documentation

• Experience leading HR functions in a complex or regulated environment

• Ability to communicate clearly, build trust, and coach supervisors effectively

• Calm, confident judgment in high-stakes employee relations situations

• Highly organized, discreet, and collaborative leadership style

• Experience in vocational rehabilitation, disability services, or human services is highly desirable

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Safety/Risk Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience with leadership responsibility preferred

• Experience administering workplace safety programs and facilitating training preferred

• HR certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR)

Additional Requirements

• Reliable transportation and valid California driver’s license

• Ability to meet VIP driver policy requirements, as applicable

• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or ability to obtain)

• Ability to safely perform essential physical functions of the role (reasonable accommodations provided per ADA)

Why VIP?

At VIP, Inc., people are the heart of our mission. With over 250 team members, we support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in building skills, confidence, and meaningful employment. This role plays a critical part in protecting that mission by supporting our people, strengthening our systems, and leading with integrity.