Human Resources, Safety, and Compliance Director

Job Description

The Director of Human Resources, Safety & Compliance, serves as a strategic and
operational partner supporting seven automotive dealership locations across Central
Florida. This role is responsible for driving a consistent, compliant, and high-performing
employee experience by integrating Human Resources practices with safety, risk
management, and regulatory compliance.
The position acts as a trusted partner to dealership General Managers and partners,
ensuring alignment of people focused business objectives while mitigating risk, enhancing
workplace safety, and maintaining compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsiblities

• Serve as the primary HR business partner to dealership leadership across all locations.
• Build manager capability by providing coaching and guidance on employee issues,
  investigations, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Assess and build practical guidelines to ensure consistent application of HR policies,
  processes, and best practices across all dealerships.

•  Analyze HR metrics (turnover, retention, engagement) to inform decision-making and
  continuous improvement. 

  Employee Relations & Culture

•  Lead and conduct employee relations investigations, ensuring fair, consistent, and
  compliant outcomes
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture aligned with company values
• Identify trends and proactively address workplace concerns to mitigate risk and
  improve engagement

• Support change management initiatives across locations

  Safety & Risk Management

• Oversee and implement workplace safety programs across all dealership locations
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other safety regulations specific to
  automotive/service environments
• Conduct site audits and risk assessments; develop action plans to address gaps
• Partner with operations to reduce workplace incidents, injuries, and workers’
  compensation claim

• Monitor and report safety KPIs; drive continuous improvement in safety performance

  Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (e.g., FLSA, EEO, ADA, FMLA)
• Maintain and update HR policies and employee handbooks in alignment with regulatory
  requirements
• Lead compliance audits and respond to external inquiries or investigations as needed

• Oversee recordkeeping, documentation, and reporting requirements

  Training & Development

• Ensure delivery of training programs for managers and employees as needed (e.g.,
  harassment prevention, safety, compliance)

• Ensure required compliance training is completed and documented

  Operational Excellence

• Standardize HR, safety, and compliance processes across all seven locations
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and employee experience

• Support HR-related vendor relationships (benefits, safety, compliance, payroll etc.)

  Qualifications
  Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field required
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience
• Experience in automotive, retail, manufacturing, or similarly fast-paced operational
  environments preferred

• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, safety programs, and compliance
  management

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of employment law, regulatory compliance, and HR best practices
• Experience in safety programs and workplace risk mitigation
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders
• Strong investigation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information
• Ability to manage multiple locations and priorities effectively

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

  Work Environment & Travel
  Office location will be remote but will require frequent travel (up to 70%) between
  dealership locations across Central Florida. Combination of office and dealership/service
  environment exposure.

Company Description

At Jarrett Automotive Group, our continued growth and success come from a simple philosophy — operate with integrity, deliver excellence, and always put our customers first. Our commitment to quality service and genuine care has earned us lasting relationships and countless referrals from loyal customers.

We know that our greatest strength is our people. The professionalism, skills, and dedication of our team drive our reputation every day. If you’re ready to bring your talent, energy, and passion for customer service to a company that values you, we invite you to apply today.

Jarrett Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Standard company benefits.

HR Director

Base Salary Range $135K - $150K

Plus Car Allowance
$1,000 per month ($12,000 annually)
Supports travel and aligns with dealership industry practices.