Director HR Operations

Job Title: Director - HR Operations

Job Type: Contract to Hire

We are seeking a Director - HR Operationswho is both strategic and very hands-on. You will build optimize and scale HR processes systems and programs in support of our growing organization. The ideal candidate excels in a fast-paced environment is comfortable delving into details and can effectively balance daily execution with long-term planning. This is an on-site role based in Santa Clara CA with an expectation of working in the office a minimum of five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Process Optimization

Lead HR Operations including HRIS employee data managementonboarding/offboarding and documentation.

Create scalable workflows and streamline processes to support growth andoperational excellence.

Ensure that HR policies processes and systems are well-documented regularlyupdated and consistently applied.

Systems & Technology

Manage HR technology systems and integrations; lead Workday (or other HRIS)implementation and ongoing enhancements.

Partner cross-functionally with IT and Payroll to ensure systems are optimizedand accurate.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with federal state and international employment regulations.

Lead manage and support HR-related audits including 401(k) SOC 2 ISO9001 and regulatory audits.

Maintain and update HR policies employee handbooks and internal SOPs.

Regular systems audits and reporting.

Payroll Benefits & Vendor Management

Partner with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate payroll benefitsadministration and compensation alignment.

Oversee vendor relationships (PEO benefits brokers HRIS providers etc.) andnegotiate renewals and new services.

Develop maintain and present HR dashboards and metrics to support strategicworkforce planning.

Leverage data to identify trends inform decisions and recommend improvements.

Team Leadership

Lead and develop the HR Operations team fostering a culture of collaborationaccountability and continuous improvement.

Support managers and employees with a service-oriented solutions-focusedmindset.

What You Bring

10 years of progressive HR Operations experience including at least 5 years ina leadership role.

Strong hands-on execution skills comfortable handling both strategic and tacticalwork.

Experience scaling HR processes in a high-growth and global environment.

Deep knowledge of HR compliance HRIS functionality (Workday stronglypreferred) and payroll operations.

Prior experience leading various audits: 401(k) SOC and ISO.

Proven success in building or improving HR systems and infrastructure.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across all levels ofthe organization.

Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to build models dashboardsand executive reporting.

Proactive resourceful and comfortable operating in ambiguity.

Detail-oriented with the ability to step back and see the bigger picture.

A can-do problem-solving mentality and a continuous

The base salary range for this full-time position is $180K to $195K. Our total compensation packages includes base salary bonus eligibility and base salary range and title will be determined based on the location experience qualification skills knowledge level and pay of employees in similar positions.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Medical Dental and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) plans
• Life Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• 401K
• Social events (summer picnic holiday party team lunches etc.)
• On-site Health & Wellness programs (fitness challenges outdoor bootcamp flu-shots etc.)

About Picarro:

We are the worlds leader in timely trusted and actionable data using enhanced optical spectroscopy. Our solutions are used in a wide variety of applications including natural gas leak detection ethylene oxide emissions monitoring semiconductor fabrication pharmaceutical petrochemical atmospheric science air quality greenhouse gas measurements food safety hydrology ecology and more. Our software and hardware are designed and manufactured in Santa Clara California and are used in over 90 countries worldwide based on over 65 patents related to cavity ring-down spectroscopy (CRDS) technology and are unparalleled in their precision ease of use and reliability.

At Picarro we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin protected veteran status gender identity social orientation or disability. Posted positions are not open to third-party recruiters/agencies and unsolicited resume submissions will be considered free referrals.

At Picarro we strive to ensure that all individuals regardless of their abilities have equal opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying please contact Picarro Inc. atfor assistance.