HR Director Jobs in California

HR Director jobs in California are open across San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine and other California metros, with employers like University of California Berkeley, Revolution Medicines, and California State University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles460+
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring113
Work type83% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Jobot
HR Director
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HR Director
Jobot
Brea, California
Human Resources
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Compliance & Legal
Corporate Training & Learning Development
$180k/yr
On-Site
None

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ASML
Senior HR Director
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Senior HR Director
ASML
San Jose, California
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
Business Strategy
$237k - $356k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Thermo Fisher Scientific
Senior Director, HR Business Partner
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Senior Director, HR Business Partner
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Carlsbad, California
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Strategy & Corporate Development
Business Strategy
$193k - $257k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Applied Materials
Senior Director, HR Partner
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Senior Director, HR Partner
Applied Materials
Santa Clara, California
Human Resources
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Strategy & Corporate Development
Business Strategy
$200k - $275k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Reflection
Director, HR Business Partner
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Director, HR Business Partner
Reflection
San Francisco, California
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
On-Site
None

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HR Director Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
64 jobs
Los Angeles
53 jobs
Irvine
28 jobs
San Diego
25 jobs
San Jose
22 jobs
Berkeley
17 jobs
Redwood City
13 jobs
Oakland
12 jobs
Santa Clara
11 jobs

HR Director Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • University of California Berkeley
    University of California Berkeley15
  • Revolution Medicines
    Revolution Medicines13
  • California State University
    California State University12
  • UC Irvine Health
    UC Irvine Health12
  • BKF Engineers
    BKF Engineers8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education90
  • Technology & Software64
  • Consulting & Professional Services50
  • Healthcare & Medical Services49
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals34

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in HR director jobs across California.

  • 8 or more years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 in a leadership role
  • Demonstrated expertise in employment law, compliance, and HR policy development
  • Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or ADP
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred
  • Proven ability to develop and execute talent acquisition and retention strategies

HR Director Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How many HR director jobs are there in California?

There are 460+ HR director openings in California on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine. New positions post regularly as employers across California hire.

How much do HR directors make in California?

HR directors in California earn a median of about $170,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,430 for the lowest 10% to over $307,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which California cities have the most HR director jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Irvine have the most HR director openings in California right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire HR directors in California?

Employers hiring HR directors in California include University of California Berkeley, Revolution Medicines, and California State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote HR director jobs in California?

Yes. About 17% of HR director openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in California metros.

How do I apply for HR director jobs in California?

You can apply to HR director jobs in California directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred California location, then apply to each one that fits.

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