Director of Human Resources

About PGLS

PGLS is a leading provider of Translation, Interpretation, and Language Training solutions in over 200 languages and regional varieties. Headquartered in the Washington D.C. area with team members spanning five continents, PGLS is a minority-owned company that provides unique, innovative and scalable solutions that advance the global missions of its partners.

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for HR policies, and programs that align with the company's goals and values. This position is crucial in maintaining a positive work environment, fostering employee development, and ensuring compliance with HR regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• HR Strategy and Policy: Work with the VP of HR to develop and implement HR strategies and policies that support the company's goals and maintain a positive work culture.
• Employee Relations: Manage employee relations, addressing concerns, conflicts, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Performance Management: Develop and implement performance management processes, including feedback, evaluations, and goal setting.
• Benefits Management: Oversee all US based benefits management functions including compliance, reporting, enrollment, offboarding and changes.
• Compensation Management: Proactively manage compensation programs to ensure competitive and equitable compensation for employees.
• Compliance: Stay up-to-date with employment laws and regulations, ensuring  company compliance with federal, state, and local HR-related laws.
• Onboarding and Offboarding: Manage the onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a smooth transition for new hires and departing employees.
• Employee Engagement: Develop and implement programs to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction, such as team-building activities and recognition initiatives.
• HR Metrics and Reporting: Collect and analyze HR metrics to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Payroll Management: directly manage the payroll specialist, oversee payroll

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree or HR certification is a plus).
• 10+ years of HR management experience.
• Strong knowledge of HR regulations and compliance.
• Full understanding of the way an organization operates to meet its objectives
• Thorough knowledge of human resource management principles and best practices
• Knowledge of data analysis and reporting within an HRIS, Rippling experience is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Experience in managing HR team members to include payroll and benefits administrative support.
• Diligent and firm with high ethical standards
• Possess good judgement, good discernment skills. Ability to exercise high level of emotional intelligence.
• Proven display of consistency, skills to triage & escalate when necessary, set a good example.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and management abilities.
• Proficiency in HR software and systems.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Benefits 

Piedmont Global has a wide variety of benefit offerings including Health, Dental, 401k, Vision, Pet Insurance, PTO, Paid Holidays, and flexible work schedule.