Director, Human Resources

Avalon Healthcare Solutions

. Serve as the Chief People Officer’s primary operational partner .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Human Resources management, including employee relations, compliance, and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead HR teams, coach professionals, and drive organizational culture and engagement initiatives.

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Human Resources ManagementEmployee RelationsProfessional In Human Resources (PHR)Senior Professional In Human Resources (SPHR)Private Equity-Backed Companies Experience

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Hard Skills

ComplianceBenefits AdministrationHR OperationsEmployee Relations CaseworkHR Policy InterpretationWorkload BalancingOrganizational Structure DevelopmentAI Tools AutomationCulture IntegrationEmployee Engagement Initiatives

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingOrganizational SkillsCalm Under PressureBuilding Rapport

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional In Human Resources (PHR)Senior Professional In Human Resources (SPHR)

Industry Keywords

Employee ExperienceHuman Resources Business PartnerOperational ExcellenceCompliance CommitteesTeam Norms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Chief People Officer’s primary operational partner
Ensure consistent execution of employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and day-to-day HR operations
Lead and ensure the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of the Human Resources Business Partner function
Provide leadership to the HR team and drive operational excellence
Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies
Support the employee experience and advise leaders throughout the organization
Directly manage and coach direct reports, including workload balancing and professional development
Hire Human Resources Business Partners and create an organizational structure supporting each business unit
Oversee employee relations casework and escalate appropriate matters to the Chief People Officer and/or Legal
Represent Human Resources on internal compliance committees
Automate Human Resources workflows using AI tools and existing HR technology capabilities
Interpret Human Resources policy and identify gaps requiring review
Own the employee handbook for compliance, policy alignment, and culture reinforcement
Integrate culture and employee engagement initiatives with benefits programs
Deputize for the Chief People Officer on internal Human Resources matters
Drive execution of team rules of engagement, norms, meeting cadence, and accountability expectations
Maintain backup coverage plans to minimize key-person dependency and operational risk

Requirements

What you’ll need

Seven (7) or more years of progressive Human Resources experience, including people management experience
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification
Bachelor’s degree
Prior experience in private equity-backed companies
Strong employee relations judgment and demonstrated comfort coaching leaders and Human Resources professionals through employee relations cases
Demonstrated track record operating as a trusted deputy or primary partner to a senior Human Resources leader
Proven ability to build rapport, credibility, and influence across all levels of an organization
Organized, calm under pressure, and comfortable establishing and enforcing team norms, processes, and expectations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work eligibility
Quarterly travel to Avalon’s corporate office
Equal Opportunity Employer - Vet/Disability