| Location | Rancho Cordova, CA |
| Salary | $110,000–$130,000 Per Year |
Location: On-site | Greater Sacramento Area
LHH is assisting a growing multi-state organization who is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead all aspects of the people function, including talent strategy, employee relations, organizational development, compliance, benefits, workforce planning, and leadership coaching. This executive-level role requires a hands-on leader who can drive strategic initiatives while remaining actively involved in day-to-day HR operations.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for the Human Resources function across multiple locations.
Lead recruiting, onboarding, workforce planning, employee engagement, and performance management initiatives.
Partner with executive leadership on organizational design, talent strategy, succession planning, and company growth objectives.
Oversee benefits administration, employee relations, compensation programs, and HR operations.
Ensure compliance with multi-state employment laws and regulatory requirements.
Conduct workplace investigations and manage complex employee relations matters.
Develop and mentor HR staff while building scalable HR programs and processes.
Lead health, safety, and risk management initiatives.
Coach managers and leaders on performance, development, and employee engagement.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Administration, Communications, or a related field.
Minimum 10 years of Human Resources experience; 12+ years preferred.
Demonstrated HR leadership experience with direct people management responsibilities.
Deep expertise in employee relations, investigations, and performance management.
Strong background in benefits administration and multi-state HR compliance.
Experience with recruiting, onboarding, workforce planning, and talent development.
Knowledge of workplace safety programs and employment law.
Ability to work fully on-site.
Strong business acumen, executive presence, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
SHRM, SPHR, or other HR certification.
Experience supporting organizational growth, expansion, or multi-location operations.
Proven success building HR infrastructure, processes, and scalable programs.
Strong mentorship, leadership development, and succession planning experience.
Background supporting warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or operational environments is beneficial but not required.
Ideal Candidate Profile
True HR leader capable of balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
Comfortable rolling up their sleeves and partnering directly with employees and managers at all levels.
Skilled in influencing executive leadership and driving organizational change.
Strong coach and mentor who develops both managers and HR team members.
Experienced navigating growth, workforce expansion, and evolving business needs.
Demonstrates stability, longevity, and progressive advancement throughout their career.
Highlights of the Opportunity
Executive-level Human Resources leadership role with significant organizational influence.
Opportunity to shape HR strategy during a period of growth and expansion.
Visible partnership with senior leadership and key business stakeholders.
Comprehensive benefits package, retirement programs, profit-sharing opportunities, and generous paid time off.
Collaborative culture with high employee tenure and strong emphasis on employee experience.
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Pay Details: $110,000.00 to $130,000.00 per year
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
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