Director of HR Integration

Job Description

This role will be based out of our Scottsdale AZ office, so we will be prioritizing locally qualified candidates.

The Director of HR Integration will play a crucial role in managing the tactical execution of acquired company integration across all functions within the HR department, including communications, talent acquisition, total rewards, talent development and people success. This hands‑on position focuses heavily on detailed project management, direct communication, relationship building, and effective collaboration with internal teams and acquired company personnel. This role requires a professional who excels in dynamic, fast‑paced environments and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple large‑scale, complex initiatives simultaneously.

Success in this position depends on strong interpersonal and communication skills, which are essential for driving seamless transitions and ensuring effective integration across teams and functions.

This position exemplifies our commitment to Integrity, Respect, Service, and Community, driven by a shared passion for enriching the resident experience and fostering a sense of belonging.

Project Management & Execution :

• Collaborate with the Growth and Transformation team to design and manage detailed integration project plans, timelines, and deliverables across all functions of Human Resources.
• Track progress against milestones, elevate issues promptly, and oversee integration of acquired companies’ employee experience, internal communications, benefits, compensation, policies, recruiting, rewards and recognition programs, incentive plans, merit increases, performance management, and all systems related to HR including the applicant tracking system (ATS), Learning Management System (LMS), and HR Information System (ADP). Evaluation of process and workflows will be necessary to integrate into the HR CMH systems and workflows.

Functional Collaboration and Alignment :

• Coordinate with Human Resources leadership to align policies, procedures, and programs with corporate HR standards and compliance requirements.
• Serve as the primary contact to facilitate decisions and drive execution of the Human Resources integration plan.
• Oversee and actively perform key technical work streams, including ADP employee integration, evaluation of compliance and employment regulations, benefit plan comparisons, compensation alignment and leveling to ensure seamless system and employee integration.

Communication & Relationship Management :

• Establish open, effective communication channels with acquired company employees, provide guidance and support to address concerns, manage expectations, and minimize disruption to business operations.
• Facilitate regular integration updates, meetings, and checkpoints, with focus on recruiting, benefits, compensation, policies, and systems progress.

Integration Process Continuous Improvement :

• Contribute to the development of a standardized, repeatable integration playbook and toolkit, including best practices for communication, culture, talent acquisition, total rewards, talent development, policies and HR systems integration.
• Capture and implement lessons learned to continuously improve Human Resources and operational integration processes.

Risk & Issue Management :

• Proactively identify and address integration risks across HR systems, practices, policies, programs, and employee offerings, escalating when necessary to leadership.
• Provide concise reporting and updates to the integration steering committee on progress, risks and issue resolution.

Ad Hoc & Supporting Analyses :

• Conduct one‑off analyses to support integration activities, including HR process mapping, benefits and compensation considerations, system conversion assessments, policy evaluations, value creation estimates, and various strategic or operational evaluations.

Essential Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience managing integrations, acquisitions, or complex cross‑functional projects.
• Strong project management skills, attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in…