HR Director

Summary

Join Wilcore as HR Director and build our people operations from the ground up. Design and implement systems, policies, and culture for our fully remote, fast-growing team. Collaborate with leadership to develop scalable processes for hiring, onboarding, compliance, and employee support. Lead the transition off of a PEO, ensuring compliance with employment laws. Coach managers, manage employee relations, and collaborate cross-functionally. This is a unique opportunity to lay the foundation for long-term success in a mission-driven, federal contracting environment.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior-level ownership of HR strategy and operations
• A track record of building HR infrastructure from the ground up, ideally in a tech-forward or service-based organization
• Hands-on experience leading a transition out of a PEO
• Deep understanding of employment law and federal contractor requirements (FAR, DFARS, OFCCP, etc.)
• Ability to develop policies, processes, and systems that balance structure and flexibility
• Strong communication and influencing skills — able to work effectively with executives, employees, and external partners
• A practical, steady approach with strong judgment and integrity
• Relevant HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR)
• Must be a US Citizen and able to work domestically
• Bachelor’s degree; and MBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Build the HR function from scratch: Develop and implement foundational systems, tools, and policies across hiring, onboarding, benefits, employee relations, and performance management
• Lead the transition off of a PEO: Own the end-to-end process of moving payroll, benefits, and compliance systems in-house
• Support fast, compliant growth: Partner with leadership to develop org structure, headcount planning, and compensation systems that scale
• Ensure compliance: Maintain compliance with state and federal employment laws, including OFCCP, EEO, and requirements related to federal contracting (FAR, DFARS)
• Coach managers and leads: Support people managers with tools and training to navigate employee issues, performance feedback, and team growth
• Manage all employee relations: Handle day-to-day issues, conflicts, and sensitive situations with sound judgment and follow-through
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Act as a trusted partner to the executive team and support company-wide strategic initiatives tied to people and operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting government contractors, especially in software or tech
• Background working with technical or product-focused teams

Benefits

• Fully remote
• Annual stipend
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Company Match 401(k) plan
• Flexible PTO, Paid Holidays