Director of Human Resources
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Sarasota, FL 34240
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 15+ years
- Category
- Hr
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 15+ years of progressive global HR leadership experience with proven expertise across compensation, benefits, employee relations, labor relations, and organizational development.
- Demonstrated track record as a trusted advisor to senior executives on talent management, compensation, and total rewards.
- Working knowledge of federal contractor requirements, DOL regulations, workers’ compensation, and federal civil rights laws.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to travel up to 25% and to self-deploy to project locations or Ceres sites as business demands.
Nice to have
- Advanced degree (e.g., MBA or master’s in HR) and/or senior HR certification (SPHR or SHRM-SCP).
- Experience in the disaster response, construction, mining, demolition, or defense industries.
- Experience as an executive business partner supporting C-suite leadership across a multi-entity organization.
- Proficiency leveraging HR technology and systems to drive strategic, business-critical initiatives.
Full description
Job Title: Director, Human Resources
Location: Sarasota, FL (in office, 5 days a week; Relocation assistance provided)
Reports to: CEO
Compensation Range: $190,000 - $240,000 annually (depending on location, experience, skills, and qualifications)
Other Compensation: Eligible for discretionary executive bonus.
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and travel opportunities.
The Ceres Commitment
Ceres Environmental Services is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, committed to rebuilding stronger, safer communities. Founded in 1976, Ceres has secured more than $3.4 billion in government-funded contracts, reflecting decades of trust in bringing hope during times of need.
We specialize in emergency response, environmental services, planning, and consulting, including debris removal, blue roofs, logistics, debris management, demolition, recycling, forest management, and coastal and marine restoration. As a licensed general contractor, we offer unparalleled expertise to restore stability where it’s needed most.
Driven by Purpose, Powered by People
At Ceres, we believe you’re more than just an employee; you’re part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission. Whether in management, field operations, or behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in restoring hope, helping communities recover and rebuild.
We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay, travel opportunities, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork. If you show up with compassion, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you’ll fit right in. We don’t just respond to challenges; we rise to them.
What We Are Looking For
We’re hiring a Director, Human Resources who is the senior-most HR position at Ceres and a key member of the senior leadership team. Working directly with and aligned to the CEO, this strategic leader serves as the subject matter expert who sets the vision and direction for the Human Resources function across the entire Ceres family of companies. This role contributes to Ceres’ productivity and competitive advantage through proficient, forward-looking administration of all HR operations.
This is a people-leadership role that oversees HR across multiple states, countries and entities. Success in the first 12 months means establishing trusted partnerships with the CEO and executive team, standardizing and strengthening HR policies and compliance across all entities, and delivering an integrated approach to talent, compensation, and total rewards that supports Ceres’ mission of helping communities recover and rebuild.