The Home Depot

District Human Resources Manager (Brooklyn & Staten Island, NY)

The Home Depot • $110K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in New York, NY
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
5 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in HR management, preferably in retail or multi-site operations.
  • Experience in talent management and leadership development methodologies.
  • Strong skills in associate relations, workplace culture, and communications.
  • Proven ability to leverage HR analytics and insights for decision-making.
  • Ability to lead change initiatives and promote company values effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Lead recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes for smooth adaptation of new hires.
  • Drive associate engagement through town halls and feedback implementation.
  • Partner with store leaders to enhance workplace culture and address associate issues.
  • Promote change leadership in alignment with business objectives and organizational effectiveness.
  • Implement training and performance management initiatives to develop associate skills and competencies.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multi-site environment with career growth potential.
  • Access to comprehensive onboarding experiences and ongoing professional development.
  • Become a key player in shaping workplace culture and associate engagement strategies.
  • Partnership with leadership on impactful talent strategies and succession planning.
Full Job Description
Candidates must live within Brooklyn, Staten Island, or nearby areas, as this multi-site role supports multiple locations.

Position Purpose:

The District Human Resources Manager (DHRM) is a key business partner responsible for driving talent readiness, associate engagement, compliance, and organizational effectiveness across a district of 6-13 stores. The DHRM aligns people strategies with business goals and Company Values, leading efforts in talent management, leadership development, associate relations, and workforce planning to build strong teams and sustain a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 10% Recruitment, Selection & Onboarding - Support Associate Support Department Supervisors (ASDS) selection and development, ensuring readiness for future leadership opportunities. Partner with store and district leaders to ensure quality and consistency in hiring and assimilation of both internal and external talent. Support hourly and salaried hiring initiatives, including local job fairs, internal development forums, and community partnerships. Oversee the onboarding experience for new leaders, ensuring timely system access, mentoring, and engagement in district learning plans.
  • 40% Associate Relations & Workplace Culture - Lead HR Town Halls and follow-up on action items from both townhalls and Voice of Associate survey results, ensuring accountability for progress and improvement. Partner with store leadership to foster engagement, recognition, and communication across teams. Serve as a trusted advisor and first responder for associate relations issues, workplace incidents, and investigations, partnering closely with AR and Legal as needed. Manage the accommodation process for stores in their district by partnering with associates, leaders, and centralized resources to ensure timely documentation, consistent communication, and compliant return-to-work and accommodation plans that support associate wellbeing and business continuity. Manage Salesforce case investigations effectively, ensuring timely investigative documentation creation and retention, root-cause analysis, and fair resolution.
  • 15% Change Leadership & Business Partnership - Promote and model Company Values and leadership behaviors, reinforcing a culture of inclusion, high-performance and customer focus. Actively participate in district operations and store walks to provide real-time HR insights and coaching. Partner with district leadership to align people strategies with business goals, driving results through talent, engagement, and organizational effectiveness. Support change initiatives such as new store openings, closings, restructurings, and strategic realignments.
  • 15% Learning, Training & Performance Enablement - Leverage Salesforce, Workday and other HR tools to identify associate and leader skill gaps, and reinforce accountability for development outcomes. Monitor and assess the execution and impact of training plans for both hourly and salaried associates. Facilitate and model a culture of continuous learning, ensuring that coaching and skill development are embedded in daily operations. Partner with store leaders to ensure timely and effective performance management, including feedback delivery, code calibration, and development planning.
  • 15% Operational Excellence & Collaboration - Maintain readiness and partnership protocols for labor relations and emergency response events. Participate in district meetings and business reviews as a key HR advisor and thought partner. Partner with the HR Service Center to ensure accuracy and consistency in staffing, transactions, and associate records. Leverage AI-enabled HR tools and people analytics (e.g., workforce trends, engagement, attendance, associate relations case drivers) to surface insights, anticipate risk, prioritize actions, and coach leaders on data-backed decisions that improve associate experience, compliance, and district performance.
  • 5% Talent Strategy & Leadership Development - Champion an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful workforce, leveraging local partnerships to continue building the most highly regarded culture in retail. Drive salaried succession planning and talent pipeline development through consistent talent planning and leadership evaluation. Partner with leaders to create individual development plans and facilitate meaningful career growth discussions.


Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • DHRM position reports to a Regional HR Director.
  • 6-13 ASDSs have a dotted-line reporting relationship to the DHRM.


Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time.


Physical Requirements:
  • Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.


Working Conditions:
  • Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen years of age or older.
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • No additional qualifications


Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.


Preferred Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.


Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 5


Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience


Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • 5


Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • No additional years of leadership experience


Certifications:
  • None


Competencies:
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Decision Quality
  • Plans and Aligns
  • Develops Talent
  • Decision Quality
  • Plans & Aligns
  • Manages Conflict
  • Drives Engagement
  • Drives Results
  • Collaborates
  • Manages Ambiguity

For California, Colorado, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Nevada, New York City, Ithaca (NY), Westchester County (NY), and Washington residents:

The pay range for this position is between $110,000.00 - $120,000.00

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ
HD
* Ladders Estimates

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