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Robert Half

Human Resources (HR) Director

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Effingham, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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What they do

A Director of Human Resources manages human resources functions for a company or organization, including the recruiting, hiring and training of employees. Works with executive management to develop and implement staffing and compensation plans, and works to attract and retain qualified employees. Oversees training and development initiatives. Manages compensation and benefits structure and provides information to employees. Monitors compliance with employment-related regulations. Implements company policies and deals with staffing or disciplinary issues as needed.

$175,645 / year median in Illinois

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director to lead both the strategic direction and day-to-day execution of HR operations in a South Carolina location. This role will work closely with senior leaders to strengthen workforce planning, employee engagement, leadership capability, and overall organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in employee relations, compliance, compensation and benefits, and talent management within a complex operating environment.

Responsibilities:

Direct the overall HR function by setting priorities, establishing goals, and ensuring people strategies support broader business objectives.
Advise executive and departmental leadership on organizational design, staffing plans, performance matters, compensation decisions, and employment-related risk.
Lead and develop the HR team, creating clear expectations, coaching staff, and driving accountability for service quality and results.
Oversee recruiting and onboarding efforts across hourly, technical, specialized, management, and leadership positions to meet current and future staffing needs.
Partner with business leaders to analyze workforce trends, improve retention, and recommend actions based on turnover, attendance, staffing, and recruiting data.
Manage employee relations matters by providing guidance on conduct, attendance, corrective action, conflict resolution, and complex employment decisions.
Conduct and oversee workplace investigations involving complaints, policy concerns, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other sensitive issues with consistency and discretion.
Maintain and update HR policies, handbooks, job descriptions, and employment practices while promoting consistent application across the organization.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, workers' compensation requirements, and other regulatory obligations.
Guide compensation and benefits administration by partnering with leadership on pay structures, incentives, promotions, and related HR programs.