We are looking for an experienced HR Director to lead and manage human resources operations for a growing retail organization based in Portland, Oregon. This long-term contract position requires a dynamic leader who can oversee HR functions across multiple locations, ensuring smooth employee relations and benefits administration while supporting recruitment efforts for a workforce of several hundred employees. The ideal candidate will contribute to the company’s stability during a period of growth and expansion. Responsibilities:• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for HR operations across multiple retail locations in various states.• Manage employee relations issues, addressing concerns and resolving disputes effectively to maintain a positive work environment.• Oversee benefits administration, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering comprehensive support to employees.• Lead recruitment initiatives for hourly employees, collaborating with field teams to meet hiring needs for new and existing stores.• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.• Support the opening of new stores by coordinating staffing plans and onboarding processes.• Handle compensation and benefits structures, ensuring competitive offerings that align with industry standards.• Promote automation and systematization of HR functions to streamline processes and improve efficiency.• Guide the HR team and provide mentorship to entry-level staff, fostering growth and development.• Address legal and compliance matters, including frivolous lawsuits, to protect the organization’s interests.

• Proven experience in multi-unit retail HR leadership, preferably within the restaurant or catering industry. • Strong knowledge of employee relations and benefits administration, with the ability to manage complex HR issues. • Expertise in recruiting and staffing processes for large hourly workforces. • Familiarity with compensation and benefits practices, including competitive benchmarking. • Solid understanding of HR compliance and legal requirements, including handling workplace disputes. • Ability to manage HR operations during periods of growth and expansion. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor teams. • Demonstrated ability to implement automated systems and streamline HR processes.

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Portland, OR
onsite
Temporary
- USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced HR Director to lead and manage human resources operations for a growing retail organization based in Portland, Oregon. This long-term contract position requires a dynamic leader who can oversee HR functions across multiple locations, ensuring smooth employee relations and benefits administration while supporting recruitment efforts for a workforce of several hundred employees. The ideal candidate will contribute to the company’s stability during a period of growth and expansion. Responsibilities:• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for HR operations across multiple retail locations in various states.• Manage employee relations issues, addressing concerns and resolving disputes effectively to maintain a positive work environment.• Oversee benefits administration, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering comprehensive support to employees.• Lead recruitment initiatives for hourly employees, collaborating with field teams to meet hiring needs for new and existing stores.• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.• Support the opening of new stores by coordinating staffing plans and onboarding processes.• Handle compensation and benefits structures, ensuring competitive offerings that align with industry standards.• Promote automation and systematization of HR functions to streamline processes and improve efficiency.• Guide the HR team and provide mentorship to entry-level staff, fostering growth and development.• Address legal and compliance matters, including frivolous lawsuits, to protect the organization’s interests.
2025-12-18T23:24:06Z

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