Position Description

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Human Resources Director to lead all aspects of the company's HR function. This role is responsible for developing and executing HR strategies that support ECS's continued growth while fostering a high-performance, employee-focused culture. The HR Director serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and managers, ensuring compliance with employment laws, developing talent, improving employee engagement, administering compensation and benefits, and building scalable HR processes for a growing commercial HVAC contractor. This position requires someone who is equally comfortable developing long-term HR strategy and handling day-to-day employee relations and operational HR responsibilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

HR Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
  • Federal employment laws
  • Multi state employment regulations
  • EEOC
  • FLSA
  • FMLA
  • ADA
  • OSHA
  • Workers' Compensation
  • E-Verify
  • I-9 requirements
  • COBRA
  • HIPAA (as applicable)
  • US Dept of Labor Vets 4212
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and employee handbook.

Safety & Risk Management

• Partner with Safety leadership on workers' compensation claims.
• Assist with return-to-work programs.
• Support OSHA compliance initiatives.
• Promote a strong culture of workplace safety.

Employee Relations

• Foster a positive workplace culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and employee development.
• Investigate employee concerns and workplace issues.
• Coach managers on employee performance, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters.
• Ensure fair and consistent application of company policies.

Performance Management

• Develop and manage the company's performance evaluation process.
• Partner with department leaders to establish performance expectations.
• Assist managers with coaching, documentation, and performance improvement plans.
• Coordinate annual performance review cycles.

Compensation & Benefits

• Assist with salary administration and compensation programs.
• Conduct market compensation analyses as needed.
• Administer employee benefit programs including health insurance, retirement plans, PTO, wellness initiatives, and leave programs.
• Partner with leadership during annual benefit renewals.
• Partner with Payroll and Accounting to ensure accurate employee data.
• Maintain Paylocity HRIS and employee records.
• Recommend improvements to HR technology and reporting.
• Ensure HR data integrity and confidentiality.

Workplace Values

Team members will be expected to operate in line with our core values which are:
• Community
• Excellence
• Fairness
• Growth
• Loyalty

Benefits

The following is a brief overview of the company's benefits program:

• Major Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• AFLAC
• Long term disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid sick, vacation and holidays
• Professional training and industry certification
• Continuing education reimbursement

Requirements

The following qualifications along with individuals' previous work experience will be considered by the company when evaluating applicants:
Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• 5+ years in an HR leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting multi-department organizations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and coaching abilities.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Preferred

• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification.
• Experience within commercial construction, HVAC, manufacturing, or skilled trades.
• Experience with Paylocity or similar HRIS systems.
• Experience supporting organizations with 400+ employees.