Are you an experienced HR professional ready to lead and strengthen a growing security team? We are seeking a Human Resources Director to oversee HR operations, ensure compliance, and support our employees from hiring through separation, while helping our organization maintain the highest standards in the security industry.

Key Responsibilities

As our HR Director, you will manage all core HR functions, including:

· Security Guard Licensing & Compliance

• Track and maintain NYS security guard license compliance and required documentation
• Ensure ongoing credentialing, renewals, and regulatory readiness

· Employee Relations & HR Administration

• Provide guidance on employee concerns, performance issues, and workplace policies
• Maintain accurate personnel records and documentation

· Workers’ Compensation & Unemployment Claims

• Manage workers’ compensation claims and coordinate with carriers/providers
• Handle unemployment claims, documentation, and responses

· Recruiting, Hiring & Onboarding

• Lead recruiting efforts, interviews, background screening, and hiring processes
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, and training compliance

· Terminations & Documentation

• Handle terminations professionally and legally
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to company policies

· Benefits & Policy Management

• Administer employee benefits and support open enrollment
• Maintain and update employee handbook, policies, and procedures

· Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal, New York State, and local employment laws
• Support audits, reporting requirements, and internal best practices.

Education & Credentials

Bachelor’s degree preferred in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field. SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification is strongly preferred (or the ability to obtain within the first year). Candidates must demonstrate strong knowledge of New York State and federal employment laws, with experience in compliance-driven HR environments preferred.