Area Director of Human Resources

Director, Human Resources

Here at Avis Budget Group, you'll be joining a team of 25,000 driven people performing with purpose. Together, we're moving the future of transportation forward through innovative, customer-focused solutions.

Our culture is performance-driven - we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.

We're proud to make a positive difference in the lives of our colleagues, customers, and the communities where we operate.

The impact you'll make:

Reporting into Vice President Human Resources- Americas you will be responsible for driving the people strategy and culture for the Central Area. You will lead and manage a team of professional HR Generalists in all aspects of human resources to ensure our practices are consistent and progressive, to include; recruiting, on boarding, retention, engagement, employee relations/investigations, training and development, benefits, compensation & payroll, policy development, and regulatory compliance such as employment laws, affirmative action and safety.

What you'll do:

• Serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, establishing HR business objectives that align with the regional goals and objectives.
• Guide, oversee, and resolve complex employee relations issues. Work closely with leadership and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provide performance management guidance (coaching, counseling, career development, succession planning, and corrective action) to Regional leadership.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of employment law requirements to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance. Provide guidance and interpretation of HR policy.
• Identify development needs and individual manager coaching needs.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or related field.
• At least 7 years' experience in a Human Resources leadership.
• Knowledge/experience employment law is required.

Skills and abilities you should have:

• Extensive experience managing and resolving employment-related legal matters.
• Leading and managing a team of HR professionals
• Excellent strategic goals setting and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of labor relations practices and legal requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of HR related federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and HRIS systems necessary to be effective

Perks you'll get:

• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Legal, Identity Theft, Accident Insurance, FSA, additional life insurance coverages
• Contribute up to $260 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matched contributions
• Full training to learn the business and enhance professional skills
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service and more
• Community involvement opportunities

The fine print:

Avis Budget Group is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veterans/Disabled.

This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.