<p>About the Opportunity</p><p>We are seeking a strategic <strong>Director of Human Resources</strong> with proven leadership experience in the <strong>education industry</strong> to join our organization. This contract-to-permanent role offers the chance to lead HR strategy, drive organizational development, and ensure full compliance in a dynamic education environment.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in educational workforce dynamics, union relations, educator talent acquisition/retention, and navigating the unique regulatory landscape of the education sector.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Develop and execute comprehensive HR strategies that align with the organization’s mission, goals, and priorities in the education sector.</li><li>Lead all aspects of employee relations, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work culture tailored to educators, administrators, and support staff.</li><li>Design, implement, and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract, retain, and motivate top talent in a competitive education talent market.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with federal, state (California), and local employment laws, as well as education-specific regulations, including those related to credentialing, funding programs, and government contracts.</li><li>Collaborate with state government agencies, education departments, and relevant programs to maintain adherence to standards and resolve any compliance matters.</li><li>Oversee HR compliance, risk management, and policy development with a focus on education industry nuances.</li><li>Provide strategic guidance and leadership to the HR team while serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.</li><li>Monitor HR metrics and workforce analytics to drive data-informed decisions and continuous improvement.</li><li>Lead organizational development initiatives to enhance employee engagement, performance management, and professional development for education professionals.</li><li>Act as a key liaison between the organization and state/local government entities, education boards, or regulatory bodies as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Finance Director to support financial oversight and document governance for a long-term contract opportunity in California. This role is ideal for a highly organized individual who can combine strong controller-level judgment with hands-on management of financial records and supporting documentation. The selected candidate will help maintain organized, accurate, and accessible files while contributing to reliable reporting and operational compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee financial control activities and support accurate maintenance of accounting-related records and documentation.<br>• Organize, review, and compile business and financial documents to ensure files are complete, current, and easy to retrieve.<br>• Manage high-volume document scanning processes and verify that digitized records are clear, properly labeled, and stored correctly.<br>• Establish and maintain document control practices that promote consistency, accuracy, and compliance across financial files.<br>• Coordinate the collection and preparation of supporting materials needed for reporting, audits, and internal reviews.<br>• Monitor document handling workflows to reduce errors, improve record accessibility, and maintain orderly filing systems.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to confirm that required records are submitted, processed, and retained according to established standards.
<p>Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced finance executive to lead and oversee regional financial operations within a dynamic industrial organization. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker capable of driving financial governance, optimizing operational cost structures, and partnering with manufacturing teams to elevate overall business performance. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of financial expertise and operational insight to support both regional and corporate objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>This is not traditional VP/ Controller / Finance role- it is a business role working very closely with operations - mulit-plant oversight </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all regional financial activities, including forecasting, budgeting, cost accounting, credit analysis, and financial reporting.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a detail-oriented finance team supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with operational leaders to improve plant performance, streamline processes, and enhance profitability.</p><p>• Translate complex financial data into actionable insights that align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Develop and maintain internal control frameworks in coordination with corporate finance standards.</p><p>• Manage working capital effectively, including oversight of credit and collections performance.</p><p>• Identify and implement strategies to mitigate financial risks across the regional portfolio.</p><p>• Strengthen cost management systems within manufacturing environments to ensure product line and customer profitability.</p><p>• Partner with manufacturing teams to drive efficiency and enhance margins through data-driven decision-making.</p><p>• Support corporate leadership with financial insights that guide strategic planning and execution.</p>