HR Director Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

A HR Director, or Human Resources Director, plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing policies and strategies related to all aspects of human resources management. This includes talent acquisition, learning and development, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and compliance with labor laws. As leaders, they guide and manage the overall provision of Human Resources services and programs for an entire organization. They collaborate with top management in decision-making and act as a bridge between the management and employees, ensuring a positive work environment and employee satisfaction.

Some of the key skills required for an HR Director role include leadership, strategic thinking, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills. Additionally, a thorough understanding of labor laws, personal management, and employee relations is crucial. They are usually expected to hold a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, with many employers preferring a master's degree. Certifications like Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) can significantly enhance their credentials. Typically, before becoming a HR Director, a professional could hold roles such as HR Generalist, HR Manager, or HR Business Partner.

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Workforce Manager (Chesapeake, VA)

  • Serco
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Position Description & Qualifications The Workforce Manager (WFM) performs workforce planning, employee support, and personnel coordination efforts for Sercos Naval Ship Modernization Programs....

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Director of Human Resources and Title IX Coordinator

  • Virginia Wesleyan University
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 17 days ago

Provide leadership to staff and supervisors responsible for a range of HR services including recruitment, retention, employee relations, classification, compensation, training and development, performance...

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Director of Human Resources

  • Vortex Companies, LLC
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 19 days ago

Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organization's human resources information system (HRIS) or talent management system....

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Finance & Accounting Outsourcing, Manager (Not-for-Profit)

  • Cherry Bekaert
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 22 days ago

Cherry Bekaert has an immediate opening for an Accounting Manager to join our Not-for-Profit and Commercial practice. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of relevant experience in finance or...

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Human Resources Coordinator

  • Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 28 days ago

Human Resources Coordinator Overview: The Human Resources coordinator will offer support to all aspects of Human Resources function as recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of new employees,...

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Human Resources Manager

  • Insight Global
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 30+ days ago

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Senior Manager, Workforce Management

  • Geico Insurance
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being...

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Human Resources Director

  • Stratacuity
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (13 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

relations efforts, including performance management oversight, investigations, and follow-up actions Support and coordinate biweekly payroll administration; manage court- and government-mandated withholdings...

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Human Resources Manager - Suffolk

  • Hormel Foods
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (21 miles from Chesapeake, VA)
  • 60+ days ago

Maintains the Human Resources Information System to ensure it accurately reflects human resource and payroll information....

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Demographic Data for Chesapeake, VA

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HR Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
Boardroom Foundations: What Every Future Board Director Should Know
Step into the boardroom and discover the fundamentals of governance, leadership, and effective decision-making. Across five weeks, youll explore the role of governance in organisational settings,...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Director Jobs in Chesapeake, VA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Directors in Chesapeake, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.9%
Master's Degree
32.3%
Associate's Degree
6.3%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Directors in Chesapeake, VA
4-6 years
54.2%
8-10 years
16.7%
2-4 years
12.5%
6-8 years
12.5%
1-2 years
4.2%



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