Director of Human Resources

Job Title: Director of Human Resources
Location: inland Oceanside/Carlsbad (onsite role)
Industry: Farming & Agriculture
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Our Client

Our client is a leading player in the farming and agricultural sector, dedicated to sustainable practices, innovation, and supporting the communities we serve. With operations spanning from regional farms, processing facilities, and wholesale supply outlets, we understand that our people are essential to growing both our crops and our company. We're looking for an experienced HR Director who can lead with integrity and help us cultivate a thriving, people-first culture across all levels of the organization.

About the Role

As our Director of Human Resources, you will oversee and strengthen all HR functions—supporting a diverse workforce that includes field, production, and corporate staff. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution and requires someone who understands the unique dynamics of agricultural labor, seasonal workforce management, and compliance with labor regulations in a rural or distributed environment.  This position will oversee other HR professionals and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with our agricultural operations and business goals


• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and field management teams


• Initiate a HRIS and HR Technology program to serve company-wide.


• Oversee compliance with federal and state labor laws, including OSHA, H-2A, and wage and hour requirements


• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and workforce planning


• Partner with farm managers and regional leaders to foster an engaged, safe, and productive workforce


• Build and implement programs for employee training, development, and performance management


• Lead DEI, wellness, and employee engagement initiatives tailored to a diverse workforce


• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention programs for both year-round and seasonal employees


• Oversee safety and OSHA compliance


• Coordinate efforts for compliance between HR and finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s and HR certification preferred)


• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally including agriculture, wholesale environments, manufacturing, or rural workforce environments


• Clear understanding of California Labor Law compliance and ability to enact change to eliminate any identified deficiencies.


• Hands-on leader with the ability to operate strategically and tactically


• Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills


• Willingness to travel occasionally to regional sites or farm locations


• Strong knowledge of agricultural labor regulations and seasonal workforce dynamics preferred


• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ($110,000-$130,000) and comprehensive benefits package


• A purpose-driven, mission-focused company culture


• Opportunity to shape HR strategy in a growing agricultural enterprise