HR Director

Description:

Strategic HR Leadership

• Partner with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with company objectives and long-term growth strategies
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on organizational development, employee engagement, performance management, and workforce planning
• Help drive and strengthen ClearFreight’s culture across all offices and departments

Employee Relations & Culture

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented work environment
• Manage employee relations matters, conflict resolution, investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement processes
• Support managers and employees through complex workplace situations with professionalism and discretion
• Promote employee engagement initiatives that support retention and company culture

Talent Acquisition & Development

• Oversee recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding processes across multiple departments and locations
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and improve recruitment strategies
• Help develop training, mentorship, and professional development initiatives
• Ensure a strong and consistent onboarding experience for new hires

Compensation & Benefits

• Oversee employee benefits administration, including health plans, leave programs, and 401(k) participation
• Participate in compensation planning and market benchmarking to maintain competitive pay structures
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of HR and payroll-related processes and data

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, procedures, and HR documentation
• Oversee workers’ compensation, leave administration, and other risk-management related functions
• Maintain confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive employee information

HR Operations & Technology

• Manage and optimize HRIS and payroll systems to improve efficiency and reporting capabilities
• Develop HR metrics and reporting to support business decisions and workforce planning
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve HR processes and employee experience

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of California employment law and HR best practices
• Experience supporting multi-location organizations preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, and talent management systems
• Logistics, transportation, supply chain, or freight forwarding industry experience is a plus