Director of Human Resources

Position: Director of Human Resources

Location: Riverside, MO

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview: Velociti is the industry-leading, technology and consulting solutions provider, proudly serving enterprise customers and partners with cutting-edge services.

Job Overview:

As our Director of Human Resources, you'll play a pivotal role in driving our people strategies and fostering a thriving company culture. In this role, you will report to the Chief Legal Officer and have overall responsibility for developing and executing the people strategy to support the overall business plan and strategic direction of the company. You will need to be skilled in coaching employees at all levels and in building and maintaining authentic consultative relationships and strategic partnerships with employees, managers and C-Suite executives.

What You Can Expect:

• Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent.
• Internal mobility opportunities.
• Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams.
• Opportunity to impact change.
  
  
  

What You’ll Do:

• Provide guidance on employee relations and partnering with leadership and employees to ensure fair and respectful workplace practices.
• Support and advise managers on performance management, disciplinary matters, and employment terminations.
• Conduct thorough, objective and prompt investigations on employee relations issues.
• Serve as the primary contact for employees and managers on policies, programs, and compliance with employment laws.
• Champion company culture and integrate core values into all aspects of the employee lifecycle.
• Collaborate with leadership to align people strategies with business goals.
• Communicate HR strategies and initiatives effectively across the organization.
• Oversee compensation strategies, including merit and bonus processes.
• Manage payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee leave management.
• Identify and address human capital needs, assisting leaders with execution.
• Partner with Legal and Compliance on complex employee matters.
• Administer ADA processes and oversee compliance efforts.
• Drive process improvements, innovation, and operational efficiency with the HR department.
• Provide varying levels of support implementing talent acquisition and recruitment strategies.
• Stay informed of industry trends and legislative changes.
• Use data-driven insights to recommend business strategies.
• Manage HR budgets in consultation with executive leadership, including compensation and benefits.
• Mentor and lead HR generalists to execute HR functions and develop HR skills and competencies.
• Administer the company’s HRIS platform.
• Perform additional duties as needed.
  
  
  

Requirements to Apply:

• 10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience with ADP.
• Ability to evaluate, review and update all company HR policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage and influence in a cross-functional environment coupled with a strong customer orientation to include excellent interpersonal, communication/presentation and consultative skills.
• Proactively identify areas for improvement, innovation and opportunities for efficiency and synergy.
• Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Discretion in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information exhibited at all times.
• Willingness to step in and assist with developing a standalone HR department and to handle all sorts of HR matters in the context of a small but growing department.
  
  
  

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Experience with multi-state employment & HR practices.
• Ability to work across the organization to achieve results and make decisions incorporating diverse perspectives.
• Successful history of entrepreneurial leadership, technical expertise, and developing and building a team.
• Experience in manufacturing, transportation, logistics or businesses that utilize field technicians to deliver services.
  
  
  

We Offer:

• Competitive Wage Compensation
• A Great Working Environment
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off Holidays
• Retirement Plan Employer 401(k) Match
• Employer Paid Basic Life and Short-Term Disability
  
  
  

The salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We make reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Contact careers@velociti.com ONLY if you wish to request an accommodation. Resumes sent to this address will not be accepted. Applicants MUST apply online to be considered for posted positions. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. if hired.

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