HR Jobs in Ellicott City, MD

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Human Resources Director

Linwood Center Ellicott City, MD

Ellicott City, MD

1mo ago Closed

$115k - $135k/yr Full time Manager Senior Employee Relations

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 20, 2026).

Job Description

Linwood Center is seeking a strategic Human Resources Director to lead the organization’s HR function onsite in Ellicott City, MD. This leadership role oversees an HR team and focuses on guiding leadership, strengthening employee relations, driving HR operational excellence, and enhancing organizational effectiveness, with oversight across all HR activities. The position offers a salary range of $115,000 to $135,000 per year and demands a seasoned, mission-driven HR leader.

Responsibilities

Serving as a strategic advisor to organizational leadership
Leading the overall HR function and HR team
Driving HR operational effectiveness and process improvement
Managing and resolving complex employee relations matters
Coaching leaders on performance management, accountability, and workplace issues
Partnering with leadership on workforce planning and organizational structure
Developing and enhancing HR policies, practices, and systems
Strengthening employee engagement, culture, and retention initiatives
Ensuring compliance with employment laws and organizational policies
Creating scalable HR processes that support organizational growth and operational excellence

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required; or equivalent experience
Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably within a nonprofit, education, healthcare, or mission-driven environment
Minimum of 5 years of HR leadership experience with demonstrated success advising senior leadership and managing HR functions
Strong background in employee relations, organizational development, and HR strategy
Demonstrated ability to operate as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor to leadership
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices
Experience leading organizational change, process improvement, and operational effectiveness initiatives
Excellent interpersonal, coaching, conflict resolution, and communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Experience leading and developing HR staff
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or comparable HR certification preferred

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Company-paid life insurance & AD&D
Company-paid Long-Term Disability
401K Retirement plan with company contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Annual Leave
Paid Sick and Safe Leave
Three Personal Days
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Credit Union Membership, if desired
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT

A True Leadership Opportunity
The Opportunity to Strengthen and Elevate HR
Mission-Driven Work That Matters
Strategic Work with Operational Influence
Leadership Support and Team Structure

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

A strong HR leader who understands both strategy and operations
Comfortable navigating difficult conversations and complex employee situations
Able to influence leaders and build credibility across the organization
Solutions-oriented, calm under pressure, and highly professional
Someone who can balance empathy with accountability
Passionate about building effective teams and healthy workplace cultures
Experienced in leading HR functions beyond just administration and compliance

WHAT WE OFFER

A meaningful leadership role with organizational impact
A collaborative and mission-focused environment
Competitive compensation and benefits
Leadership visibility and partnership opportunities
The ability to shape and strengthen the HR function
A workplace where your expertise and voice will matter

READY TO LEAD THE FUNCTION, NOT JUST MANAGE TASKS?

If you are an experienced HR leader looking for an opportunity to drive strategy, strengthen operations, support leaders, and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

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