Human Resources Director

Position Overview JDH Contracting and Northern Lights Locating and Inspection are family-owned companies built on hard work, trust, and long-term relationships. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Director of Human Resources to help strengthen our people, processes, and culture while preserving the values that have made our organization successful. The Director of Human Resources is a key leadership partner to ownership and senior management, responsible for leading HR, payroll, and compliance functions across a multi-state organization. This role is ideal for a practical, solutions-oriented HR leader who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, building structure, and supporting steady, thoughtful growth. This position bridges strategy and execution—helping guide the company forward while staying closely involved in day-to-day HR operations, payroll accuracy, compliance, and employee relations. Key Responsibilities Lead and continuously improve HR programs, policies, and practices that support company growth, employee performance, and retention Serve as a trusted partner to ownership and leadership on workforce planning and long-term talent needs Oversee employee relations, payroll, benefits, compliance, and HR administration Maintain a strong, down-to-earth company culture across all locations Manage multi-state payroll ensuring accuracy and compliance Collaborate with Finance on budgeting, labor tracking, and cost management Oversee HRIS and payroll systems and drive process improvements Manage employee benefits programs and vendor relationships Ensure compliance with employment laws and

DOT/FMCSA

requirements Handle employee relations, investigations, and corrective actions Additional Areas of Focus Oversee onboarding and employee lifecycle processes Support performance management and employee development Improve HR and payroll processes without unnecessary complexity Ensure policies are clearly communicated and consistently applied Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience Balance long-term strategy with hands-on execution Strong multi-state payroll and compliance experience Practical understanding of labor and HR impacts on operations Strong judgment and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate with field and office teams Experience with HRIS and payroll systems Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field 8+ years of progressive HR and/or payroll leadership experience SHRM, SPHR, CPP, or similar certifications are a plus What We Value in a Leader Practical and approachable leadership style Strong sense of ownership and accountability Fair, consistent, people-first decision-making Comfortable in a growing, evolving organization Team-oriented mindset focused on long-term success Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience Balance long-term strategy with hands-on execution Strong multi-state payroll and compliance experience Practical understanding of labor and HR impacts on operations Strong judgment and problem-solving skills Ability to communicate with field and office teams Experience with HRIS and payroll systems Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field 8+ years of progressive HR and/or payroll leadership experience SHRM, SPHR, CPP, or similar certifications are a plus What We Value in a Leader Practical and approachable leadership style Strong sense of ownership and accountability Fair, consistent, people-first decision-making Comfortable in a growing, evolving organization Team-oriented mindset focused on long-term success