Director, Human Resources

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced HR Director to provide operational HR leadership, and expertise to Versant’s News Marketing team and the Technology organization. This is a unique and dynamic opportunity to provide human resources support to these newly formed groups, and have the ability to have immediate and long term impact for these groups. This role will be responsible for driving key HR initiatives in the areas of talent acquisition, performance management, change management, employee coaching, compensation planning, succession planning, employee experiences, and training & development. This role will require someone who is a self starter, happy to be hands on and a true partner to their client groups, who can adapt to working with a creative clients and technical product and engineering workforce. This position will report to the SVP, Human Resources, News. Job Duties Provide sound HR guidance and collaborate with business leaders to execute and enable business goals Lead and leverage HR processes (incl. Staffing, Benefits, Performance Management, Compensation/Reward Management, Learning & Development, Employee Engagement & Communication) Partner/collaborate with senior leadership team to align and execute HR strategies in support of operations Develop and implement appropriate change management plans as required Implement and monitor adherence to HR policies, procedures and practices; Ensure compliance with state & federal laws Provide advice, counsel and coaching to employees regarding HR policies and procedures Partner with management to develop and implement training and strategies to retain internal, and attract external, talent Drive key HR initiatives across departments including workforce development, succession planning and innovative growth programs Manage complex employee relations issues including organizational structures and investigations