How to hire a regional director, human resources

How to hire a regional director, human resources, step by step

Here's a step-by-step regional director, human resources hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a regional director, human resources job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new regional director, human resources
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your regional director, human resources job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a regional director, human resources for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A regional director, human resources's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, regional directors, human resources from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of regional directors, human resources and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Regional Director, Human Resources	Description	Hourly rate
   Regional Director, Human Resources	Human resources managers plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative functions of an organization. They oversee the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff; consult with top executives on strategic planning; and serve as a link between an organization’s management and its employees.	$33-78
   Recruitment Manager	The primary job of recruitment managers is to find and recruit job candidates to fill job vacancies. They typically work for companies or recruiting agencies... Show more	$27-64
   Employee Relations Manager	An employee relations manager's responsibilities revolve around maintaining a strong professional relationship between employees and a company's management. They are also in charge of resolving conflicts and issues within the workplace, providing technical support on all employee programs, developing orientation and workshop activities among trainees and new members of the workforce, and addressing their concerns promptly and professionally... Show more	$28-53

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Performance Management
   • Employee Engagement
   • Labor Relations
   • Organizational Development
   • Succession Planning
   • Payroll
   • Organizational Design
   • Management Training
   • HRIS
   • Leadership Development
   • Retention Strategies
   • Rehabilitation
   • Employee Training
   • Strategic Direction

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   Responsibilities:

   • Develop and manage compensation and reward programs, benefits administration, payroll, and ensure compliance with regulatory concerns.
   • Direct regional ADA, FMLA, and disability cases.
   • Counsele, advise and monitor the team and employees for understanding to changes within benefits and HRIS.
   • Work with managers to maintain compliance with FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, and child labor regulations.
   • Administer affirmative action program and oversee facility EEO reporting, records and logs to maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.
   • Possess and communicate thorough knowledge of policies and procedures, EEO, and affirmative action for employer, employees and applicants.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your regional director, human resources job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A regional director, human resources can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, regional directors, human resources' average salary in colorado is 45% less than in maine.
   • Seniority. Entry-level regional directors, human resources 58% less than senior-level regional directors, human resources.
   • Certifications. A regional director, human resources with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a regional director, human resources's salary.

   Average regional director, human resources salary

   $107,077yearly

   $51.48 hourly rate

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   Entry-level regional director, human resources salary

   $69,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

4. Writing a regional director, human resources job description

   A job description for a regional director, human resources role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a regional director, human resources job description:

   Regional director, human resources job description example

   Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally!
   
   Acts Retirement-Life Communities is the nation’s largest not-for-profit owner, operator, and developer of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care. The Acts family proudly consists of 26 communities in 9 states, and over 7,000 employees. Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our employees are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our employees.
   
   Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Regional Director of Human Resources position for our Mid-Atlantic region. This position will support communities in Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey.
   
   In this role, you will be responsible for several functional areas of human resources including, employee relations, recruiting, worker’s compensation, unemployment, and leave of absence management.
   
   Responsibilities Include:
   
   Provide counsel and guidance to department managers and supervisors on employee-related concerns, problems, coaching/counseling/separation issues. Advise and assist in the resolution of employee grievances and disciplinary actions. Collaborate with Corporate HR and community management on the region’s recruiting strategy and staffing needs. Assist in the development and interpretation of HR policies and procedures. Develop and present human resources related training programs for community management and front-line staff, in collaboration with Acts’ training department, Acts Corporate University. Manage workers’ compensation program through the coordinated efforts provided by the company’s workers’ compensation carrier and consultant. Manage unemployment compensation program through the coordinated efforts provided by the company’s unemployment consultant. Review criminal background checks and drug screening results and determine eligibility for employment. Review and approve terminations. Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements. Conduct regular community visits (frequent travel required). Attend community department meetings, executive director meetings, and other meetings as required. Requirements: The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field is required SHRM or PHR certification is strongly preferred Minimum of five years’ HR Generalist and employee relations experience with demonstrated experience leading the HR function on a regional or multi-site level is preferred Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment Reputation for discretion, integrity, judgment, responsiveness, and strong attention to detail To protect the health and safety of our residents, employees, and the communities we serve, Acts has implemented a universal COVID-19 and Influenza (Flu) vaccination requirement for all employees.
   
   At Acts, you can build a challenging and rewarding career with competitive benefits, and a full range of opportunities for professional growth. Full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefit package including health benefits (medical, dental and vision), health spending account, life insurance, disability programs, 401(k) with 4% company match, paid time off (PTO) and holidays, and much more! Some part-time positions may also be eligible to receive certain benefits.
   
   For more information or to apply, visit us at www.acts-jobs.org.
   
   Acts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Acts is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.

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5. Post your job

   To find regional directors, human resources for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any regional directors, human resources they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level regional directors, human resources with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   To find regional director, human resources candidates, you can consider the following options:

   • Post your job opening on Zippia or other job search websites.
   • Use niche websites that focus on engineering and technology jobs, such as hrcrossing, ihirehr, hrjobs, shrm hr jobs.
   • Post your job on free job posting websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with regional director, human resources candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new regional director, human resources

   Once you've decided on a perfect regional director, human resources candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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