Human Resources Director

Overview

You have a passion for people- building culture, shaping strategy, and empowering teams to thrive. Come, discover a career designed to be different.

 

As the Human Resources (HR) Director at Room & Board, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our people-first culture, which is rooted in respect, authenticity, and shared success. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, you’ll lead a high-performing team to drive strategic, forward-thinking initiatives that align with our values and fuel long-term success.

You’ll partner with senior leaders to integrate people strategies into business planning, shaping decisions that elevate both culture and performance. With a strong focus on leadership development, performance management, and culture and engagement, you’ll be a key architect of our evolving workplace—one that supports growth, innovation, and belonging.

 

Location:

4600 Olson Memorial Highway

Golden Valley, MN 55422

Please note: This role is hybrid, working 3-4 days in the office. We are not currently considering fully remote candidates. 

 

You will share your talents as an HR Director in the following ways:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, integrating people strategies into operational and strategic planning.
• Lead and coach a team of HR Business Partners and a Compensation Manager, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and exceptional delivery.
• Guide the execution of compensation initiatives aligned with our total rewards philosophy and the full employee experience.
• Provide thought leadership in the planning and delivery of core HR processes including performance management, talent development, succession planning, and change management.
• Champion staff member engagement by understanding talent needs, managing performance, and mitigating people risk.
• Oversee Room & Board’s performance management philosophy, ensuring staff members are welcomed, supported, and managed with rigor and respect.
• Build authentic relationships across the organization, seeking and responding to feedback to enhance the staff member experience.
• Collaborate with HR team members to support initiatives in change management, talent acquisition, well-being, and total rewards.
• Lead and support Belonging & Inclusion strategies to ensure a fair, inclusive, and celebratory work environment.
• Advise on complex investigations and compliance matters, ensuring legal interests are protected across multiple geographies.
• Analyze HR metrics to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement.

You will bring the following experiences & qualifications as HR Director:

• You think strategically and paint a compelling vision for the future, inspiring others to embrace change and contribute to long-term success.
• You connect the dots between business goals and people strategies, translating vision into actionable plans that elevate culture and performance.
• You build inclusive environments by aligning HR strategies with diverse team needs and perspectives.
• You communicate transparently and align your work with Room & Board’s people-first values.
• You demonstrate accountability and commitment to ethical, high-impact leadership.
• You collaborate effectively across departments to drive shared goals and foster trust.
• You’re curious and proactive in exploring new approaches to leadership, engagement, and organizational development.
• You support others by mentoring, coaching, and creating opportunities for growth.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and can navigate complex conversations with empathy and clarity.

The knowledge, education, and experience you’ll bring as HR Director:

• 10+ years of progressive HRBP experience, including 5+ years leading a team of HR Business Partners.
• Proven success in leading HR strategy within a values-driven, employee-owned or mission-based organization.
• Deep expertise in staff member engagement, leadership coaching, compensation, workforce planning, and change management.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking to align HR initiatives with business goals.
• Exceptional relationship-building, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data for informed decision-making.
• Proven experience of managing staff member relations, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and partner effectively with senior leadership.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring leaders at all levels organizationally.
• Ability to pr