Human Resources Director

BOOST LLC is a dynamic management consulting firm that offers an array of government-compliant back-office solutions to support our teaming partners within the GovCon space. Our consultants are experts in the areas of Accounting, Contracts, Human Resources, Recruiting & Sourcing, and Strategic Pricing and our passion is to guide and propel our partners towards success within this competitive sector.

BOOST is helping our client, find its next Human Resources Director. This position will report to the CEO.

Position Overview

The HR Director will lead the Human Resources function across multiple states, ensuring compliance with Department of Labor (DOL) guidelines and organizational policies. This role involves strategic oversight of recruitment, benefits administration, Workers Compensation, HRIS management, payroll coordination, and vendor relationships. The HR Director works closely with the Program Managers, Finance Director and oversees an HR staff of two, driving a culture of excellence and innovation in human resources practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Strategy:
• Develop and implement strategic HR initiatives aligned with the organization's goals.
• Lead and manage the HR team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, including the Finance Director, to align HR practices with financial and operational goals.
• Anticipate and establish HR processes for future company growth.
• Talent Acquisition and Management:
• Oversee multi-state recruitment efforts to attract, hire, and retain top talent.
• Implement effective onboarding, training, and development programs.
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the organization.
• Compliance and Legal:
• Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local laws, particularly DOL guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of HR regulations and ensure policies are updated accordingly.
• Manage employee relations and mitigate risks by maintaining a compliant and ethical workplace.
• Compensation and Benefits:
• Oversee benefits administration, including health, retirement, 401k and other employee benefits.
• Collaborate with the Finance Director on budgeting and cost management for compensation and benefits.
• Evaluate offerings and negotiate with vendors to provide competitive and cost-effective benefits.
• HRIS and Technology Management:
• Manage and optimize the HRIS system, ensuring accurate data management and reporting.
• Leverage technology to enhance HR processes, improve employee experience, and drive efficiency.
• Maintain awareness of HR technology trends and recommend improvements.
• Payroll and Financial Coordination:
• Collaborate with the Finance team, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• HR Calendar Management:
• Maintain awareness of critical HR deadlines, including compliance filings, benefit renewals, and performance reviews.
• Plan and coordinate key HR activities according to the HR calendar.
• Vendor and Partner Management:
• Manage relationships with external vendors, such as recruitment agencies, benefit providers, and HR consultants.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor vendor performance to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Experience can be substituted for education.
• HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP).
• Master’s degree.
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• A minimum of 10 years of Government Contracting experience.
• A minimum of 5 years experience with SCA and DBA
• Experience managing HR across multiple states, including knowledge of state-specific employment laws.
• Strong understanding of DOL guidelines, payroll processes, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience with HRIS systems and a high level of comfort with technology.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate the impact of HR decisions on the business.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Highly Desired Qualification

• Experience with Humanic and Jamis HR and Accounting systems.