Human Resources Director

AccuWeather is seeking a Director of Human Resources to join their growing HR team who will lead and execute strategic HR initiatives with a primary focus on recruiting, talent management, and employee development. This role is responsible for building a high-performing workforce by attracting top talent, developing employees, and aligning talent strategies with organizational goals. The Director will serve as a key partner to the management team in shaping a culture of continuous learning, development, and performance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Develop and implement a comprehensive recruiting strategy to attract diverse, high-quality candidates
• Partner with leadership to forecast workforce needs and build talent pipelines, including early-career talent
• Oversee employer branding initiatives to position the organization as an employer of choice
• Optimize recruiting processes, tools, and metrics (time-to-fill, quality of hire, etc.)
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring lifecycle
• Manage employee onboarding through development of best-in-class programing through the first 90 days

2. Internship & Early Career Program Development

• Design and manage a structured internship and early-career talent program aligned with business needs
• Build partnerships with universities, colleges, and professional organizations to create a strong talent pipeline
• Establish program goals, curricula, and meaningful project-based experiences for interns
• Create pathways from internships to full-time employment
• Measure program success through conversion rates, performance outcomes, and participant feedback
• Promote the organization’s brand on campuses and within early-career networks

3. Talent Management & Succession Planning

• Design and lead performance management systems that drive accountability and growth
• Identify high-potential employees and create succession plans for critical roles
• Partner with leaders to support employee engagement, retention, and career progression
• Implement talent review processes and leadership development strategies
• Use data and analytics to inform talent decisions and improve organizational effectiveness

4. Learning, Training & Development

• Develop and execute a company-wide learning and development strategy
• Design leadership development programs and career pathing frameworks
• Assess training needs and deliver programs that enhance employee skills and performance
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth
• Evaluate training effectiveness and adjust programs based on feedback and outcomes

5. HR Leadership & Strategy

• Align HR strategies with overall business objectives
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on talent-related matters
• Lead and develop the HR team to deliver high-impact results
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices
• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across recruiting and development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8–12+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles
• Strong expertise in recruiting, talent management, and learning & development
• Proven ability to build and implement strategic HR programs
• Experience with HRIS systems and talent analytics
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and execution
• Talent assessment and development
• Change management
• Data-driven decision-making
• Coaching and leadership development
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

Success Metrics

• Improved quality of hire and reduced time-to-fill
• Increased employee retention and engagement scores
• Strong internal promotion and succession pipeline
• Measurable impact of training programs on performance
• Improved onboarding and intern experiences
• Leadership bench strength and readiness

About AccuWeather

AccuWeather, recognized and documented as the most accurate and most used source of weather forecasts an