Director, Human Resources

The Director, Human Resources is responsible for proactive strategic corporate and regional support of the human resource function at company owned/operated golf facilities while ensuring the delivery of exceptional associate and guest experience. This position oversees a team of HR professionals and partners with leaders to drive performance, compliance and engagement initiatives.

Essential Duties:

• Lead and mentor 3 – 5 HR professionals, guiding their support of performance management, employee relations, compliance, HR systems, and engagement initiatives for multiple states.
• Collaborate with HR Teams and leadership to proactively understand organizational goals to align HR strategies with regional operations goals.
• Understand compliance trends to ensure compliance with federal, state employment laws, keeping policies and handbooks current and compliant including recommending process enhancements.
• Support the organization through change processes with effective communication, help to provide guidance associated with new initiatives, policies or operational shifts.
• Support of corporate functional teams and leadership and field operations
• Works with management, supervisors, and employees to resolve policy interpretations, job performance concerns, time off matters, harassment concerns, equal employment matters, etc.
• Manage onboarding for newly transitioned properties and conduct proactive HR audits at facilities.
• Partner with hiring managers to recruit top talent and oversee reference checks, background screenings, and onboarding processes.
• Develop and deliver training programs for managers on leadership, compliance, soft skills, and anti-harassment.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to property leaders and HR team members.
• Travel (15–20%) to conduct investigations, facilitate transitions, and lead training sessions.

Qualifications, Experience and Skill Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Human Resources management with a strong focus on employee relations
• Minimum of 3 years of direct leadership experience
• Advanced knowledge of federal and multi-state employment laws with California experience required.
• Demonstrated experience working with leadership with the ability to communicate effectively and interpersonal skills fostering a positive work culture.
• Experience supporting corporate functions including leadership and field operations.
• Proven expertise in employment law, compliance, and HR best practices and processes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in HRIS and talent management systems (preferably UKG).
• SHRM-CP/PHR certification preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Willingness to travel overnight (15–20%).
  
  

This is an in-office position requiring a consistent, on-site presence to support organizational needs.