Director Human Resources

The Opportunity

LES is seeking an experienced Director of Human Resources based out of Dallas corporate office.

This is an opportunity for an accomplished HR leader who knows how to create meaningful change through relationships, credibility, and thoughtful leadership. The Director will lead a team of three HR professionals and own the full HR function, partnering closely with CHRO and company leadership to ensure LES has the talent, leadership capabilities, organizational structure, and culture needed to support continued growth. We believe the best people leadership happens through connection - being present in the operation, building relationships with employees and leaders, understanding how the business really works, and staying close to the issues and opportunities that affect the workforce. The Director of Human Resources will move comfortably from the field to the executive table, using that firsthand understanding to inform broader business discussions, provide thoughtful counsel, and shape people and organizational strategy. This role requires someone comfortable in the field, listening to employees, and understanding what is happening within the business. The Director will be responsible for translating business priorities into effective workforce, talent, leadership, and organizational strategies. They will serve as the organization's senior employee relations expert and provide strategic and operational leadership across employee relations, compliance, onboarding, workforce planning, and HR business partnership. This individual will work closely with leaders across all levels to address complex people challenges, strengthen leadership capability, and ensure consistent execution of people strategies across the business. The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who thrives in a growing organization, develops high-performing teams, and brings sound judgment to complex employee and organizational matters.

Responsibilities

Leadership

• Develop, implement, communicate, and consistently administer company policies and employment practices.
• Promote a workplace grounded in respect, dignity, fairness, accountability, and engagement.
• Champion LES Core Values and help ensure they remain visible in how the organization leads, makes decisions, and treats its people.
• Lead the HR function and provide direction, coaching, and development to the HR team.
• Establish clear expectations, standards, and operating rhythms that drive accountability and consistency across the team.
• Foster a proactive, business-focused HR function that delivers high-quality support to leaders and employees.
• You believe HR leadership is a highly visible, relationship-driven role. You want to know the people, understand the operation, and experience the business firsthand.
• You are equally comfortable engaging employees in the field, collaborating with functional leaders, and advising the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on broader business and organizational decisions.

Strategic Business Partnership

You know how to introduce ideas, challenge thinking, and recommend change without needing to force the outcome. You are comfortable in an environment where important decisions may involve significant discussion, collaboration, and consideration before moving to implementation.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on organizational, leadership, workforce, and employee matters.
• Partner with leaders to identify organizational challenges and develop practical people solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with the CHRO on workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Support business growth through thoughtful organizational design, talent planning, and change management efforts.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Serve as the senior employee relations authority for the organization.
• Lead complex employee relations matters including investigations, performance management, corrective action, policy interpretation, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure consistent and legally compliant handling of employee matters across the organization.
• Partner with legal counsel and organizational leaders as needed on sensitive or high-risk situations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment regulations and applicable regulatory responsibilities.

Operations & Process Improvement

• Provide oversight for onboarding processes, employment documentation, I-9 administration, orientation programs, and immigration support activities.
• Evaluate and improve HR processes to increase efficiency, reduce administrative burden, and enhance service delivery.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology and streamlined workflows to improve team effectiveness and employee experience.
• Establish scalable processes that support organizational growth while maintaining a high level of service.

Talent & Leadership Support

• Partner with the CHRO to support succession planning and workforce planning efforts.
• Assist leaders in identifying, developing, and retaining high-performing talent.
• Contribute insights and recommendations that strengthen leadership capability and organizational effectiveness.
• Support the implementation and execution of talent management initiatives across the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience leading and developing an HR team.
• Broad HR generalist leadership experience with advanced knowledge across major HR disciplines.
• HR leadership experience within a transportation, manufacturing, or industrial environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting a workforce of approximately 1000 or more employees
• Proven ability to influence organizational strategy and business decisions.
• Strong employee relations experience and credibility working across both salaried and hourly employee populations.
• A visible, accessible, and hands-on leadership style, with a commitment to working in person across office and field environments to build relationships, understand operations, collaborate across functions, and provide informed counsel.
• Experience with a Unionized workforce
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance requirements.

Preferred Certifications

• SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)

What We Offer

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits with employer HSA contributions

401K with company match

Paid PTO

Short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge