Human Resources Director
About The Position
At EPI, we don’t just talk about impact, we live it every single day. Since 1957, we’ve been connecting people , creating opportunities , and nurturing growth for individuals with disabilities and families across our community. Our work is grounded in four core values: People , Stewardship , Creative Cooperation , and Integrity . These values guide every decision we make and unite our team around something bigger than ourselves. We are seeking a strategic, mission-driven Human Resources Director to help shape the workforce that delivers this life-changing work. This role provides strategic direction and hands-on oversight of all HR functions while ensuring EPI attracts, develops, and retains a talented, engaged, mission-aligned workforce. If you’re a seasoned HR leader who thrives on purpose, strategy, culture-building, and organization growth, your next chapter starts here.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field. A combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience including supervisory responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and HRIS systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build relationships, and manage organizational change.
- This position requires a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass an extensive background check, including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, the Sex Offender registry, and a criminal history check.
Nice To Haves
- HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP or HRCI) preferred.
- Experience in nonprofit or human services settings preferred.
Responsibilities
- Drive strategic HR leadership and partner with senior leaders to strengthen culture, workforce effectiveness, and mission alignment.
- Lead talent strategy through recruiting, retaining, and developing passionate, mission-driven employees.
- Elevate the employee experience through engagement initiatives, coaching, communication, and culture-forward practices.
- Oversee total rewards including compensation frameworks, benefits strategy, and equitable HR practices.
- Ensure compliance excellence across employment law, HR policies, HRIS processes, and documentation.
- Advance organizational development and champion change management.
- Strengthen safety and risk programs including workplace safety and Workers’ Compensation oversight.
- Inspire and develop the HR team, foster collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans (even pet insurance!).
- Generous paid time.
- 401(k) employer match up to 6%.
- Free telemedicine and virtual counseling.
- Immediate employee discounts (gym memberships, and more!).
- We are a Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- Hybrid work flexibility to support work-life balance.
- A mission-centered environment where work has purpose and your leadership truly matters.
- A values-driven, people first culture grounded in collaboration, innovation and integrity.
- A supportive, relationship-focused workplace, where your ideas are welcomed and your opportunities are recognized.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
