Human Resources Director

Hogan & Associates Executive Search, a retained search firm based in Minneapolis, specializes in global executive and senior executive searches. We help organizations build high-impact leadership teams and develop future talent pipelines. With strong business sector expertise, our firm is trusted for providing access to leading candidates and valuable insights into talent and market trends. We offer tailored recruitment services, including market feedback and strategic counsel, to ensure optimal candidate placement.

The Director of Human Resources is a highly capable, roll-up-your-sleeves HR professional who thrives as a true generalist and is energized by owning every aspect of the human resources function independently. This is a hands-on, execution-focused position where you will personally handle the day-to-day mechanics of HR, payroll, and benefits while also serving as a trusted advisor to leadership.

Reporting directly to the VP, Finance, this position is the sole HR resource for the organization, supporting approximately 70 employees in multiple states and owning the Human Capital function end-to-end from offer letter to onboarding. The scope of this role includes running payroll, administering benefits, handling employee relations, ensuring compliance, and keeping all HR systems and records current. THIS ROLE IS ONSITE.

Process full-cycle payroll accurately and on time for all employees, including hourly, salaried, and multi-state

Maintain payroll records and coordinate with finance on payroll reporting

Serve as the primary point of contact for all employee payroll questions

Act as the go-to resource for employees and managers on all HR matters

Independently manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, including performance issues, investigations, disciplinarily actions, and terminations, providing guidance on policy interpretation, legal compliance, and risk mitigation.

Coach and advise managers on navigating difficult conversations, documentation, and corrective action

Promote a positive, inclusive, and compliant work environment

Work with the PEO (Professional Employer Organization) to ensure compliance with all applicate regulations

Maintain all employee records, personnel files, and HR systems

Own onboarding and offboarding processes, including offer letters, background checks, i9 completion, and other required paperwork, including enabling & disabling systems access as required

Maintain and update the employee handbook, HR policies, and standard operating procedures

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across all operating states

Administer leave programs including FMLA, state leave, PTO, and accommodations

Manage HRIS platform, including data integrity, reporting, and system optimization

Strategically partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR initiatives that foster organizational growth, enhance employee engagement, and reinforce our company culture.

Administer all employee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)

Manage open enrollment end-to-end including communications, employee guidance, and system updates

Manage vendor relationships and renewals; work with the PEO to evaluate plan competitiveness annually

Ensure compliance with ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, and all applicable reporting requirements

Lead talent management efforts, including workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development, to ensure a robust pipeline of leaders and skilled professionals.

Own full-cycle recruiting for all open roles inclusive of job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and background checks

Build and maintain relationships with candidates, creating a positive experience throughout the process

Partner with hiring managers to create comprehensive job descriptions, define role requirements, set expectations, and move searches forward efficiently

Manage external vendors and evaluate…