HR Director

Human Resources Director

Location: Gulf Island, Louisiana
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Approximately $100,000 annually + Bonus Opportunities
Department: Human Resources
Position Level: Director / Leadership

Position Overview

Mecca Talent is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director for a growing organization in Gulf Island, Louisiana. This key leadership position will oversee the Human Resources function while partnering closely with executive leadership and operational management.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR leader who can balance strategic initiatives with the day-to-day needs of employees and managers. This individual will play an important role in recruiting, employee relations, compliance, performance management, compensation, benefits, workforce planning, and company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall Human Resources function and HR strategy.
• Partner with executive leadership and management on workforce planning, staffing, employee development, and organizational growth.
• Oversee recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Manage employee relations, including investigations, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and performance concerns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee performance management, employee evaluations, coaching, and development.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs.
• Support payroll and timekeeping processes as needed.
• Oversee leave administration, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and other employee-related programs.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and HR documentation.
• Develop strategies to improve employee engagement, retention, communication, and workplace culture.
• Provide leadership with recommendations based on workforce trends and business needs.
• Serve as a trusted resource for both employees and management.
• Develop scalable HR processes and systems that support continued organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including HR management or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, compliance, recruiting, compensation, and benefits.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, construction, energy, marine, fabrication, or similar workforce is strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively work with executive leadership, managers, and frontline employees.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters professionally.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and procedures.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.

Compensation

• Base Salary: Approximately $100,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunity to take a significant leadership role within a growing organization.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for more than an HR administrator. The ideal candidate is a business-minded, hands-on HR leader who understands how recruiting, retention, employee relations, compliance, and company culture directly impact operational performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys working directly with leadership and employees while building HR processes that support long-term growth.

At Mecca Talent, we deliver targeted staffing services that connect skilled talent with employers across industrial, technical, and clerical sectors. Our commitment to understanding both client needs and candidate capabilities allows us to provide workforce solutions that are efficient, reliable, and aligned with your business goals.