People Operations Leader

Position Overview
A rapidly growing multi-state home healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Vice President of Human Resources to lead and scale its HR function. This executive-level role will oversee HR strategy and people operations across corporate, administrative, clinical, and field-based teams.

Reporting to executive leadership, the VP of HR will lead employee relations, compliance, payroll and benefits oversight, workforce planning, HR systems, leadership development, and organizational growth. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring regular travel to company locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and operations across a multi-state, multi-location organization.
• Advise executive leadership on workforce strategy, growth, employee relations, and people-related decisions.
• Oversee employee relations, investigations, performance management, compliance, policies, and complex employment matters.
• Provide oversight of payroll, benefits, leave management, workers' compensation, HR systems, and employee records.
• Partner with operational leaders on workforce planning, retention, staffing, leadership development, and engagement.
• Build scalable HR policies, processes, reporting, and infrastructure to support growth.
• Support acquisitions, new locations, integrations, and expansion initiatives.
• Lead and develop the HR team while ensuring consistent practices across locations and states.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
• Proven experience leading HR across multiple locations and/or states.
• Strong background in employee relations, employment compliance, payroll and benefits oversight, and workforce management.
• Experience supporting large, diverse, hourly, field-based, or high-volume workforces.
• Healthcare, home healthcare, long-term care, or another regulated healthcare environment strongly preferred.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to advise senior leadership while remaining hands-on.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or similar certification is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• $150,000–$250,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time executive position based in Brooklyn, NY.
• Regular travel to company locations required.
• Competitive benefits package and opportunity to shape the HR function during a period of significant growth.

About the Organization
The organization provides home-based healthcare and support services across multiple states, serving patients and families through a diverse workforce of caregivers, healthcare professionals, and corporate employees. The organization continues to expand its geographic reach, services, and operational infrastructure while maintaining a strong focus on quality care and patient experience.

EEO Statement
Topaz HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please Note
Topaz HR is conducting this search on behalf of one of our clients. Additional details regarding the company, leadership team, and operational structure will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. All hiring decisions will be made directly by the employer.