Head of management hr

Are you a seasoned HR leader with a technical mindset and a passion for people-first culture? GSD is looking for a Human Resources Manager to champion our global workforce by overseeing essential people operations, from payroll and benefits to strict regulatory compliance. In this role, you will act as a vital strategic partner and change agent across departments, balancing data integrity with deep empathy to support our teams as they work on the front lines of the climate crisis.

Medical, Dental and Vision (GSD covers monthly premium)
Retirement (Pre and Post Tax Options) and a Company Match
Up to 14 Paid Holidays

Read on to learn more about the role and how you can help us turn strategy into action!

Develop, implement, and execute plans, processes, and projects in support of departmental strategy, maximizing efficient use of resources and ensuring shared vision;

• Support budgetary planning, control, and analysis for the Human Resources Development department;
• Manage the end-to-end administration of payroll and all benefit programs, serving as the lead for regulatory compliance. Ensure all compensation and benefit practices align with federal, state, and local mandates, minimizing organizational liability through rigorous data integrity and statutory reporting;
• Facilitate the resolution of performance concerns through objective fact-finding, disciplinary actions, training opportunities, conflict resolution, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs);
• Translate departmental shifts into actionable compensation proposals and "Job Change Requests" for leadership approval;
• Maintain a structured job architecture by auditing job descriptions and compensation annually to ensure accurate classification and alignment with evolving business needs;
• Ensure the organization remains audit-ready by managing all safety-related reporting, including OSHA 300 logs and internal safety KPIs;
• Manage compliance of the workers’ comp lifecycle from first report of injury to case closure. Manage the compliance of all medical, personal and military Leaves of Absence (LOA) and disability (ADA) requests. Serve as a change management agent. Anticipate the evolution of workforce needs and partner with the Director of Human Resources to align organizational strategy with potential outcomes. Work in partnership with Internal Communications to support internal people-related communications, ensuring employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with company policies and cultural shifts;
• Oversee the secure management of all high-sensitivity HR records. Maintain rigorous protocols for data privacy to prevent unauthorized access and ensure the organization’s reputation for reliability and ethical conduct;
• Promote good stewardship of financial and other resources to achieve maximum benefit to those impacted by disaster or at risk of impact; Seven (7) or more years of progressive experience in Human Resources;

Three (3) or more years management experience within Human Resources; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or relevant field; Equivalent combination of experience and training.

Advanced HR certification is preferred; Certification in project management is desired.

Proven ability to lead and motivate teams to produce quality results within challenging timeframes and ongoing change;
Program oversight and management, development of programmatic policy, procedure, and guidelines;
Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously under pressure;
Proven ability to present important information to broad groups (HR policy, organizational processes and training content);
Influence organizational decisions through presentation and data driven efforts;
Proven experience in Human Resources management, including payroll and benefits administration;
Strong knowledge of multi-state employment laws, compliance standards, and HR best practices;
Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems. Experience with Workday and ADP Workforce Now is a plus;
~ Exercise impeccable judgment and discretion in handling sensitive personnel data, executive communications, and proprietary information;

Strong organizational skills and the ability to rapidly shift tasks; Experience working and/or traveling domestically and internationally.

All employees are expected to follow strict safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and adherence to safety regulations (maritime, and other), to mitigate risks.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and North Carolina state law, GSD will provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship
These working conditions and physical demands are described to provide a clear understanding of the nature of the role, including the essential deployment responsibilities that may be necessary, to ensure that potential candidates are well-prepared for the challenging and demanding nature of the duties and realities of disaster response work.

Work is performed in an office setting and is generally sedentary, but may involve movement (e.g., walking, standing or otherwise being mobile throughout the office) for brief periods of time;
Ability to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time;
Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity to operate computer and other office equipment;
Ability to perform work indoors in an office environment;
Ability to work a varied schedule to complete projects and meet deadlines in response to changing demands;
Ability to travel to attend meetings, industry or professional association conferences and stay overnight as required.
Routine domestic and international travel up to 10% is required.

We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. Notwithstanding, employment is conditional upon validity of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs).

This job description does not constitute a contract between employer and employee as employment is at will. GSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and embraces all candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), nation of origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military/veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

GSD promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all candidate selections.