Director of Human Resources

Kittery Trading Post/ Director of Human Resources/ Kittery, Maine 

Kittery Trading Post, a well-established family owned retail business for over 80 years, has an opportunity for a Director of Human Resources to join their team working in Kittery, Maine. 

The Director of Human Resources, reporting to the Sr VP /CFO, will oversee the organization’s HR operations for its retail, warehouse, distribution center and web business in Maine and NH. 

In this professional, hands on role, you will be responsible for oversight of all aspects of the HR functions and will lead a team that drives HR programs and best practices including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and engagement, identify talent management goals, benefits management, performance management, compliance, safety, policy development, succession planning and leadership development and training.  

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and life insurance 
• 401k Retirement and profit-sharing plan 
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and paid holidays 
• Employee discount program 
• Competitive salary starting at $100k plus discretionary annual bonus 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR certification preferred 
• Minimum10 years of experience in HR within the retail or hospitality industry preferred 
• Expertise with HR systems integration and implementation  
• Experience with payroll and benefits administration 
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information 
• Direct experience with talent management, recruiting, employee relations, compensation, and benefits plan design  
• Administrative experience with 401k and profit-sharing plans 
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience leading a small HR team 
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws, compliance and regulations

• Administer and manage benefits plan design  
• Lead talent acquisition, including recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes  
• Develop and implement employee development programs and initiatives  
• Oversee performance management systems and provide coaching to managers  
• Identify professional leadership development opportunities and create training programs to enhance supervisory skills 
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment  
• Responsible for investigating, monitoring, and resolving employee situations from origin to conclusion while minimizing organizational risk  
• Develop and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs  
• Assess HR technology and systems  
• Ensure that all HR policies and procedures, benefits and safety are compliant with laws and regulations 
• Maintains knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices in employment law, human resources, and talent management 
• Build and develop HR team by providing feedback, coaching and fostering a collaborative and supportive environment 

Kittery Trading Post is in business to provide its customers with the finest goods and services, supporting and enhancing their appreciation enjoyment and knowledge of the out of doors. We strive to build customer confidence in our company, and in the products we offer by maintaining a high standard of exceptional customer service through the experience, knowledge,commitment and teamwork of our employees. 

KMA Human Resources Consulting has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE 

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.