Director of Human Resources
Description
POSITION TITLE CLASSIFICATION
Director of HR Exempt - Hybrid Remote
DATE REVISED REPORTS TO
10/2026 VP of HR
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Game One is the premier provider of apparel, gear, and equipment unifying teams and fans in schools, clubs, and organizations.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of HR at Game One will direct human resources processes and ensure the enforcement of company policies and practices. This position provides HR support, including the management of a team of HR Generalists, as well as support for production facilities and remote workforce. Reporting to the VP of HR, this role and the HR Generalist team are responsible for full-cycle recruitment for both location-level and enterprise positions, overseeing the annual performance management process, and participating in ongoing HR training and projects.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
Leadership:
- Lead and manage an internal HR team, scalable with the business's needs.
- Develop HR team to become proactive business partners focused on improving business and production efficiency.
- Provide timely and constructive performance evaluations to team members.
- Manage HR projects related to performance, recognition, engagement, orientation, and onboarding.
- Act as the point of escalation for employee investigations for remote and facility team members.
- Handle employee discipline and terminations in compliance with company policies and employment laws and regulations.
- Bring forward new and innovative ideas for enhancing the HR function and the Game One organization.
HR Duties:
- Collaborate with the VP of HR to define the organization's long-term mission and goals, finding ways to align talent management with these objectives.
- Oversee the administration of HR programs, including leaves of absence, disciplinary matters, employee relations and investigations, reward and recognition initiatives, employee engagement, occupational health and safety, and performance management.
- Assist the VP of HR with M&A (mergers and acquisitions) projects.
- Stay updated on trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies in HR, talent management, and employment law.
- Ensure consistent application of company policies and practices across all facilities.
- Support the VP of HR in corporate recruitment efforts, including updating job descriptions and managing the performance review process.
- Submit approved Employee Data Forms (EDF) to the payroll and benefits department for employment, compensation, or status changes.
- Cross-train in payroll and benefits to serve as a backup to the Director of Payroll and Benefits.
- Oversee all Workers' Compensation claims and reporting.
- Address employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and established best practices.
- Serve as a communication bridge for the VP of HR concerning significant obstacles that may jeopardize the achievement of objectives.
Recruiting & New Hires:
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, job specifications, schedules, qualifications, and required skills.
- Manage the online application recruiting and tracking system for positions under the oversight of the VP of HR.
- Lead new hire orientation and onboarding, including the entry of information into the HRIS system and verification of I-9 documentation, as well as file maintenance.
Competencies
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional listening skills, and able to mediate conflict.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multi-task while consistently meeting deadlines.
- Strong moral and ethical compass.
- Team player.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- 5-8 years related experience in Human Resources, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience engaging with cross-functional groups.
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification
- Familiarity with COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, ADA, and related state and federal regulations required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and related systems.
- Ability to learn ADP Workforce and related HR software program(s).
- Working understanding of human resources principles, practices, and procedures.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Considerable amount of time sitting at a computer. In the facilities, some exposure to flashing lights, moderate noise, moving machinery.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Game One is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record, gender identify, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.