HR Director Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

A HR Director, or Human Resources Director, plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing policies and strategies related to all aspects of human resources management. This includes talent acquisition, learning and development, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and compliance with labor laws. As leaders, they guide and manage the overall provision of Human Resources services and programs for an entire organization. They collaborate with top management in decision-making and act as a bridge between the management and employees, ensuring a positive work environment and employee satisfaction.

Some of the key skills required for an HR Director role include leadership, strategic thinking, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills. Additionally, a thorough understanding of labor laws, personal management, and employee relations is crucial. They are usually expected to hold a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, with many employers preferring a master's degree. Certifications like Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) can significantly enhance their credentials. Typically, before becoming a HR Director, a professional could hold roles such as HR Generalist, HR Manager, or HR Business Partner.

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Hiring for all positions full-time, part-time and PRN days and nights available. Days and nights available. Hourly rate range $23.00 - $35.00 / hour Compensation will be determined based on years...

Regional HR Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Position Details The Stella-Jones team is seeking an exceptional Regional Human Resources Manager to direct the human resources activities of our Northeast/Central US operations. This region...

Associate Director, HR People Relations

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Leave Administrator - SRHRC007634-00001

  • Warrendale, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warrendale, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Leave Administrator - SRHRC...1 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Warrendale) Summary: Position is responsible for leave administration for the company. This includes...

Position Summary This is a temporary salaried opportunity to join Deloitte Services LP for a short-term assignment. We are currently seeking a candidate to fill our Manager, Talent Business...

Director of Human Resources

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago

law and employee relations Exceptional interpersonal skills Natural problem-solving ability to improve situations for employees Ability to create effective programs Data analysis skills Conflict resolution...

Human Resources Coordinator

  • United, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • United, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Human Resources Coordinator Pennsylvania Branch 700 Uline Way, Allentown, PA 18106 Morning Calls Top Large Employer of 2025! At Uline, our people make the difference! As a Human Resources...

Director of Labor Relations & Employment Counsel - 300001526055932

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago

.* Supervise and manage Howmet's North America employment group and provide counsel on a broad spectrum of employment law issues, including but not limited to leaves of absence, hiring, discipline,...

HR Manager - Technology

  • Coraopolis, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Coraopolis, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 7 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree, Human Resources or related field, relevant experience considered 5-7 years of experience with a solid understanding of employment law and policy administration....

Senior HR Manager - People & Purpose and Legal

  • Coraopolis, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Coraopolis, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field, relevant experience considered 7-10 years of experience, including solid understanding of employment law and policy administration...

Staffing Coordinator

  • Monroeville, PA (7 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Monroeville, PA (7 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Position Overview : The Staffing Coordinator is the key personnel responsible for creating and managing the work schedules for all non-exempt employees. Working in conjunction with department...

Leave Administrator

  • Warrendale, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Warrendale, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 10 days ago

At Vector Security We Think Big, Do the Right Thing, and Make a Difference Every Day! If this is how you like to work, we’d like to invite you to join our team as a Sr. HR Coordinator - Leave...

Human Resources Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 days ago

Automated Health Systems, a dynamic healthcare company, has an Human Resources Manager position available working with the MassHealth Connector Project. This is a work from home position. All...

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Director of Labor Relations & Employment Counsel

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 11 days ago

Supervise and manage Howmet's North America employment group and provide counsel on a broad spectrum of employment law issues, including but not limited to leaves of absence, hiring, discipline, terminations...

Labor Relations/Union & HR Professional

  • New Kensington, PA (16 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Kensington, PA (16 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 12 days ago

We are looking for a Labor Relations/Union Professional to join our team at Innomotics. The Industry-Leader of Motors and Drives Innomotics is an industry-leading supplier of motors and large...

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HR Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
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Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Director Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Highest Education Level

HR Directors in Pittsburgh, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.8%
Master's Degree
32.2%
Associate's Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
5.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Directors in Pittsburgh, PA
4-6 years
54.2%
8-10 years
16.7%
2-4 years
12.5%
6-8 years
12.5%
1-2 years
4.2%



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