A LITTLE ABOUT US:  

At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services; we’re a mission-driven team rooted in respect, inclusion, and person-centered care. Since 1976, we’ve been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including those with mental health, behavioral, or complex medical needs.  

Our mission is simple but powerful: respecting and responding to the choices of people in need of supports. This mission guides everything we do; from creating individualized service plans to building strong partnerships with families, teams, and communities.  

As a Dungarvin employee, you’ll be at the heart of that mission. You’ll help people live meaningful lives on their own terms; supporting their goals, honoring their choices, and empowering their independence.  

With services nationwide, our team is united by a shared commitment to making a real difference; one person, one voice, one choice at a time.  

Join our nationwide family and let us help you achieve your unique goals and dreams.  

WE OFFER:  

• Compensation: $95,500 Annually Fixed Rate. Plus bonus potential  
• Work Environment: This is a remote role, but candidates must be based in Austin, TX; Houston, TX; or Baton Rouge, LA. 
• Travel Statements: Frequent travel required. Expect heavy travel during the first 3–6 months (multiple trips per month with overnights) to build relationships and stabilize operations, followed by approximately 25–50% ongoing travel across Texas and Louisiana, with potential expansion to Kentucky or Oklahoma. 
• Work Schedule: Typically, 8 AM – 5 PM CST, with flexibility as needed to meet deadlines or support initiatives across assigned Region.  
• Team Culture:  A collaborative, trust-driven, and change-oriented, focused on building alignment, developing HR talent, and guiding diverse teams through thoughtful, phased transformation.
• Retirement Plan: 401 K plan with employer match after one year of service.  
• Time Away: PTO that increases with tenure, PTO donation options, and paid sick leave  
• Company-Provided Hardware and Cellphone Stipend: All necessary equipment will be provided, along with a monthly stipend for cell phone expenses. 
• Insurance & Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, pet insurance, supplemental insurance options, and flexible spending and health savings accounts (FSA and HSA). Plus, 100% company-paid long-term disability and life insurance.   
• Employee Perks: National Brand Discounts, Employee Referral Program, and Employee Assistance Program  
• Job Mobility: Dungarvan’s multi-state footprint allows internal job mobility nationwide.  
• Mileage Reimbursement: $0.50 cents per mile  

As the Human Resources Director, you will lead HR strategy across Texas and Louisiana, with potential expansion into additional states, while developing a team of HR Business Partners. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, aligning people strategies with business goals in a complex, multi-state environment shaped by growth and acquisitions. 

This hands-on role focuses on guiding HRBPs through employee relations, risk management, and operational challenges. Success comes from building trust, driving alignment, and leading thoughtful, long-term change in a region that requires consistency and stability. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

• Employee Relations & Risk Management: Guide HRBPs through complex employee relations, investigations, and compliance matters while ensuring consistent, fair practices.  
• Retention & Workforce Insights: Analyze turnover and workforce trends to identify risks and implement strategies that improve retention and stability.  
• Operations Partnership: Collaborate with Regional and State leaders to align HR initiatives with business goals, support workforce planning, and influence decision-making.  
• Transformation & Standardization: Lead HR integration efforts, standardize processes, and drive adoption of consistent practices across multiple states. 

MUST HAVE:  

• Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.   
• HR Leadership Experience: 8+ years of progressive HR experience in multi-site or complex environments, including strategic planning, talent acquisition, workforce planning, change management, organizational development, and workers’ compensation 
• Leadership: Proven leader with 2+ years of experience managing HRBPs or equivalent roles, with proven performance management, coaching, and leadership influence. 
• HR Knowledge & Compliance: Strong knowledge of employment law and multi-state compliance, employee relations, performance management, D&I, succession planning, and organizational change. 
• Microsoft 365 &  Power BI: Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint), the ability to analyze data and create clear, actionable presentations 
• Business & Financial Acumen with Data-Driven Insights: Ability to connect HR strategy to operational and financial outcomes: including budgeting, P&L oversight, and workforce planning; while leveraging HR and financial data to generate reports, identify trends, and support strategic, data-informed decisions across the region.   

NICE TO HAVE:  

• HR Technology Expertise: Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, UltiPro (Ultimate Software), or similar systems, along with familiarity with ATS and LMS platforms (e.g., Relias, Cornerstone). 
• Industry Experience: Background in healthcare, human services, or other regulated, multi-state environments preferred. 
• Mergers & Organizational Integration Experience: Experience supporting HR activities during mergers, acquisitions, or organizational changes, including aligning policies, processes, and workforce structures to support smooth transitions 
• Professional Certifications:  SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.  
• Additional credentials: In Coaching, Mediation, or Project Management (PMP, CAPM)  

SKILLS CRITICAL FOR SUCCESS:  

• HR Partnership & Execution: Translate business goals into actionable HR initiatives and implement solutions that drive performance.  
• Leadership & Influence: Build trust, coach HR team members and leaders, and navigate employee relations with professionalism.  
• Communication & Emotional Intelligence: Communicate clearly and confidently, adapt to audiences, and foster strong relationships.  
• Problem Solving & Adaptability: Thrive in dynamic environments, balancing multiple priorities and delivering practical solutions.  
• Data & Operational Excellence: Use HR metrics and insights to guide decisions, improve outcomes, and support workforce planning.  
• Change & Continuous Improvement: Lead change initiatives and process improvements with a solutions-oriented mindset.  
• Compliance & Integrity: Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant decision-making aligned with policies and laws. 

Why You’ll Love This Role  

This is a rare opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up. You’ll bring together teams shaped by acquisitions, align them under one vision, and drive real transformation; not maintain the status quo. This role is perfect for a collaborative, curious, and relationship-focused leader who thrives in dynamic, evolving environments and wants to make a lasting impact on the employee experience. 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:  

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are a part of what makes our organization strong. Together, we can continue to work towards an inclusive culture that supports our employees and persons served. Compass, Cambrian and Dungarvin are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers.  

The deadline for internal applications is set for two weeks from the date of the job posting.  

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