Director of HR

Description Our Pittsburgh client is seeking an HR Director for a fully on-site, contract-to-hire opportunity. This role will operate at both a strategic and hands-on level, leading the HR function while supporting a people-first culture. You will oversee HR operations, guide the HR team, manage complex employee relations matters, and partner closely with executive leadership on organizational strategy.

Hours:

40 hours a week, M-F 8-5

Pay:

$43-46/hr Free parking available and easily accessible by bus.

Requirements Responsibilities:

+ Lead and develop the HR team across all functional areas. + Oversee and optimize daily HR operations, ensuring efficient and compliant practices. + Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership on workforce planning, retention, and organizational development. + Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, investigations, and performance management. + Drive the development and implementation of HR policies, programs, and initiatives. + Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. + Evaluate and improve HR systems, processes, and reporting. + Support a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience. + 7-10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities. + Proven experience leading HR teams and driving strategic initiatives. + Strong expertise in employee relations, compliance, and HR best practices. + Experience handling sensitive and complex workplace issues. + Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. + Proficiency in HRIS systems, ATS platforms, and Microsoft Office. + HR certification preferred. + Experience in a nonprofit or people services environment is a plus. Background checks and other pre-employment requirements apply. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .