HR Director Jobs in Texas
HR Director jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in energy, healthcare, financial services, technology, and large-scale retail and logistics operations at every level from first-time director through chief human resources officer. Houston, Dallas, and Austin are the primary hiring centers, home to anchor employers such as ExxonMobil, AT&T, and HCA Healthcare that maintain sizable HR leadership teams. The most in-demand specialties are employee relations, total rewards strategy, and HR business partnering for high-growth or heavily regulated Texas industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.
McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.
We are looking to hire an Site HR Director for our plant in Irving, TX.
What We Bring To The Table:
The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth opportunities
- Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
Provides Human Relations leadership on all facets of Human Relations strategy and deployment. Acts as a strategic business partner to internal customers and their respective leadership teams in developing and implementing programs and initiatives that support and enable the orgnaization's short and long range goals and objectives.Responsible for strategic HR plans and business plans, employee and labor relations; recruitment and talent management; leadership, coaching and development, support of organizational vision and values; performance management; regulatory prevention; compensation systems administration and communication; organization planning/development/change management; and People Support program/project identification, development and implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Description
% of Time Spent
Provides leadership and direction for assigned functions within the business unit. In conjunction with company-wide initiatives, develops programs and systems that enhance organizational capabilities and accelerate the ability to achieve business results.
25%
Responsible for all facets of HR functional strategy implementation: talent and performance management, compensation management, recruiting and staffing, communication. employee and labor relations
25%
Partners with leadership teams to establish, and implement, functional strategy and direction particularly with respect to development of organizational capability.
15%
Provides leadership to management teams in order to identify functional and organizational opportunities relating to human resource policies, procedures and/or programs
15%
Responsible for development of direct reports
20%
Required Qualifications
Qualifications
Description
Level of Education and Discipline
BSc in Human Relations or Business equivalent
Certification and/or Licenses
Experience - functional/industry/commercial knowledge, business acumen
10-15 years of progressive plant and business unit HR experience minimum of 5 years in an HR leadership role.
Interpersonal Skills - leadership, interactions, communication, influence
Networking capabilities, influencing others, clear and concise communicator, must build relationships and value people.Customers are internal ; interacts daily Interacts outside of business unit within function and in role as committee member on a regular basis
Other Skills and HPO Competencies
Strategic Leadership ; Critical Risk Taking/Innovation ; Critica lPersonal/Team Leadership ; Critical
Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications
Description
Level of Education and Discipline
MBA
Certification and/or Licenses
Experience - functional/industry/commercial knowledge, business acumen
Industry expertise preferred but not required
Interpersonal Skills - leadership, interactions, communication, influence
Other Skills and HPO Competencies
As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.
McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?
As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.
Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.
Nearest Major Market: Irving
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.
McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.
We are looking to hire an Site HR Director for our plant in Irving, TX.
What We Bring To The Table:
The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth opportunities
- Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
Provides Human Relations leadership on all facets of Human Relations strategy and deployment. Acts as a strategic business partner to internal customers and their respective leadership teams in developing and implementing programs and initiatives that support and enable the orgnaization's short and long range goals and objectives.Responsible for strategic HR plans and business plans, employee and labor relations; recruitment and talent management; leadership, coaching and development, support of organizational vision and values; performance management; regulatory prevention; compensation systems administration and communication; organization planning/development/change management; and People Support program/project identification, development and implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Description
% of Time Spent
Provides leadership and direction for assigned functions within the business unit. In conjunction with company-wide initiatives, develops programs and systems that enhance organizational capabilities and accelerate the ability to achieve business results.
25%
Responsible for all facets of HR functional strategy implementation: talent and performance management, compensation management, recruiting and staffing, communication. employee and labor relations
25%
Partners with leadership teams to establish, and implement, functional strategy and direction particularly with respect to development of organizational capability.
15%
Provides leadership to management teams in order to identify functional and organizational opportunities relating to human resource policies, procedures and/or programs
15%
Responsible for development of direct reports
20%
Required Qualifications
Qualifications
Description
Level of Education and Discipline
BSc in Human Relations or Business equivalent
Certification and/or Licenses
Experience - functional/industry/commercial knowledge, business acumen
10-15 years of progressive plant and business unit HR experience minimum of 5 years in an HR leadership role.
Interpersonal Skills - leadership, interactions, communication, influence
Networking capabilities, influencing others, clear and concise communicator, must build relationships and value people.Customers are internal ; interacts daily Interacts outside of business unit within function and in role as committee member on a regular basis
Other Skills and HPO Competencies
Strategic Leadership ; Critical Risk Taking/Innovation ; Critica lPersonal/Team Leadership ; Critical
Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications
Description
Level of Education and Discipline
MBA
Certification and/or Licenses
Experience - functional/industry/commercial knowledge, business acumen
Industry expertise preferred but not required
Interpersonal Skills - leadership, interactions, communication, influence
Other Skills and HPO Competencies
As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.
McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?
As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.
Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.
Nearest Major Market: Irving
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas
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HR Director Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Education
- Telecommunications
- Construction & Real Estate
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in HR director jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred by Texas employers
- Seven or more years of progressive HR experience including supervisory responsibility
- Demonstrated experience with Texas employment law, at-will doctrine, and EEOC compliance
- Proficiency with a major HRIS platform such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or ADP
- Experience supporting multi-site or multi-state operations common in Texas enterprise roles
HR Director Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hr director in Texas?
Most hr directors in Texas begin with a bachelor's degree in human resources or business administration, then build seven to ten years of progressive generalist or specialist experience before stepping into a director role. Texas does not require a state-issued license to practice HR, but employers consistently favor candidates who hold SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification. Earning one of those credentials through SHRM or HRCI signals the technical depth and strategic readiness Texas hiring managers expect at the director level.
How much do HR directors make in Texas?
HR directors in Texas earn a median of about $136,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,200 for the lowest 10% to over $226,050 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire hr directors in Texas?
Employers hiring hr directors in Texas right now include Southern Methodist University, USAA, and Omni Hotels, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of energy majors, large health systems, financial institutions, and corporate headquarters means demand for experienced HR leadership stays relatively steady throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most hr director jobs?
Dallas, Austin, and Houston have the most hr director openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its concentration of energy companies, large health systems, and international corporate offices, while Dallas draws volume from financial services firms, technology companies, and major retail and logistics headquarters, and Austin's rapid tech and government sector growth has made it an increasingly competitive market for senior HR leadership.
Are there remote hr director jobs in Texas?
Yes, though they represent a minority of openings because hr directors typically lead on-site teams, manage in-person employee relations, and partner closely with executive leadership. About 44% of hr director openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote. The parts of the role most likely to allow flexibility are talent strategy, policy development, and HRIS administration rather than day-to-day workforce management.
How can I get hired as a hr director in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is moving into a director role from a senior HR business partner, HR manager, or senior generalist position rather than applying directly without director-level experience. Large Texas employers such as health systems in the Houston Medical Center, state agencies, and major retailers headquartered in the Dallas area regularly post HR manager and senior HR business partner openings that serve as direct pipelines to director roles. Earning your SHRM-CP or PHR while in a manager-level position gives you a concrete, employer-recognized signal that you're ready to step up.
Where can I find and apply to hr director jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to hr director jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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