California Licensed Employee Relations Director

Job Summary

Leading a team of Employee Relations Directors across 14 states, the full-time California Licensed Employee Relations Director will manage complex employee relations matters, navigate regulatory compliance, and serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership in a remote setting.

Key responsibilities

• Direct and develop the regional Employee Relations team, ensuring high-quality support and consistent practices
• Serve as the subject-matter expert on California employment law and manage regulatory inquiries and audits
• Oversee complex employee relations cases and provide strategic guidance to enhance decision-making on people matters

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant California-specific expertise
• Proven experience managing complex, multi-state employee relations issues from inception to resolution
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop remote HR or Employee Relations teams
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master's Degree preferred
• California HR certification required (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, or equivalent)