We are looking for an experienced Director of Human Resources to lead and strengthen HR operations in Des Moines, Iowa. This position is suited for a hands-on leader who can bring structure to essential people processes, support managers with practical guidance, and maintain a high standard of compliance across the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate will combine operational discipline with a service-focused approach to improve efficiency, consistency, and employee support throughout the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily human resources activities to ensure policies, procedures, and workflows are applied consistently and effectively across the organization.<br>• Establish and refine HR documentation, standardized forms, and operating practices that improve accuracy, organization, and team efficiency.<br>• Oversee employee records and personnel documentation while safeguarding confidentiality and maintaining reliable access to required information.<br>• Manage core employment processes such as onboarding, separations, status updates, and HR data administration with a strong focus on detail.<br>• Coordinate payroll and benefits-related HR support as needed, ensuring timely communication and accurate processing.<br>• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local employment requirements, including I-9 administration, audit readiness, and record retention practices.<br>• Track mandatory training, certifications, and compliance deadlines to help the organization remain current on requirements.<br>• Maintain HR system data, produce workforce and compliance reports, and identify opportunities to streamline manual tasks through improved tools or automation.<br>• Serve as a primary resource for employees and leaders by responding to HR process questions and helping apply policies consistently.<br>• Support recruitment activities through recruiting coordination, interview scheduling, and new employee logistics.
<p><strong>About the Opportunity:</strong></p><p>Join our growing, collaborative HR team in a critical role supporting weekly payroll processing and HR operations for multiple companies across multiple states. You’ll be a go-to resource for employees and managers, ensuring smooth payroll cycles and assisting team members with benefits, onboarding, compliance, and more. This is your chance to make a direct impact on employee experience while advancing your HR career in a company that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare multi-state payrolls – accuracy and timeliness are key!</li><li>Maintain HRIS records, including wages, tax withholdings, bonuses, deductions, and employee changes.</li><li>Serve as the first point of contact for payroll and benefit inquiries, resolving issues quickly and professionally.</li><li>Support onboarding/offboarding: direct deposit setup, I-9 verifications, terminations, benefit communication, and exit processes.</li><li>Administer referral and bonus programs, keeping trackers current and ensuring timely payments.</li><li>Run reports, support finance/payroll reconciliation, and respond to payroll data requests.</li><li>Oversee benefit and 401(k) enrollment, life event changes, open enrollment support, and employee education on benefit plans.</li><li>Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, managing confidential employee files securely.</li><li>Provide general HR support: policies, procedures, employee relations documentation, supply orders, and org chart updates.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Work With Us?</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation and benefits package.</li><li>Collaborative, supportive team culture.</li><li>Opportunities for learning and advancement within HR.</li><li>Make a difference across the organization by driving accuracy, compliance, and employee satisfaction.</li></ul><p><br></p>