[Senior Level] HR Director - Multi-State Retail HR Compliance & Operations (22602-1)

Position Title HR Director Location Dallas, TX (100% Onsite) Employment Type Full-Time, Salaried Responsibilities Define and execute the company-wide HR strategy aligned with rapid, multi-state retail growth. Own and continuously strengthen the compliance program across federal, state, and local employment laws for 100+ retail locations in multiple states. Oversee the HRIS and payroll infrastructure via ADP, ensuring multi-state payroll integrity, tax allocation, reporting, and data governance. Lead employee relations strategy – objective investigations, progressive discipline, PIPs, and compliant terminations – and coach regional and store leadership. Design and manage total rewards: benefits strategy, open enrollment, PTO, and competitive compensation frameworks. Develop, maintain, and modernize HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks; lead change management as the company scales. Build, mentor, and (as the function grows) lead HR and field‑support staff; partner with leadership on workforce planning, talent management, and culture. Serve as executive-level HR point of contact for urgent field or employee relations matters, including responsiveness during peak retail periods. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s/MBA or SPHR/SHRM‑SCP strongly preferred. 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 4+ years in an HR leadership role; multi‑site retail or hospitality experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated ownership of an HR function (strategy and operations), ideally building or scaling HR for a growing multi‑state organization. Hands‑on ADP Workforce Now experience required; able to own HRIS/payroll for a multi‑state, W‑2 hourly and salaried workforce. Deep multi‑state employment law expertise (wage, hour, and leave) and a track record of mitigating employer risk through structured investigations and disciplinary protocols. Ability to work 100% onsite in Dallas, TX, with flexibility for weekend on‑call availability during high‑volume retail hours. Executive presence with the ability to influence and advise at all levels, including the C‑suite. Benefits & Perks Medical Insurance (Health, Dental & Vision) Paid Time Off (PTO) Opportunities for career advancement Equal Opportunity Employer JND and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr JND Inc.