HR Director Jobs in Houston, TX
HR Director jobs in Houston, Texas are in steady demand across energy, healthcare, and professional services, with openings concentrated in the Energy Corridor, Greenway Plaza, and Downtown. Employers hiring right now include WM, Hines, and Nouryon. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Director of Human Resources in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be the backbone of HR operations, managing complex schedules, coordinating projects, and facilitating seamless communication across teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional administrative skills, technical proficiency, anticipate needs and a passion for fostering an efficient workplace.
Key ResponsibilitiesExecutive and Administrative Support
- Manage the HR Director's calendar, meetings, appointments, deadlines, and reminders.
- Handle correspondence and prepare, proofread, and format reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and other documents.
- Prepare meeting agendas, document action items, and follow up with responsible parties to support timely completion.
- Organize electronic and hard-copy records in compliance with departmental standards and retention requirements.
- Complete data entry, filing, supply management, and other general administrative duties.
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by the Director of Human Resources.
- Assist with complain investigations.
- Assist with disciplinary process and training.
Communication and Coordination
- Facilitate clear and timely communication within HR and between HR, executive leadership, managers, employees, and other departments.
- Communicate professionally with C-suite executives and internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate departmental meetings, training sessions, employee events, and company-wide initiatives.
- Draft employee communications, announcements, and other HR correspondence.
- Support project coordination by tracking priorities, deliverables, deadlines, and outcomes.
Employee Support and HR Operations
- Respond to employee HR questions and requests or direct them to the appropriate team
- Complete employment verification requests accurately and promptly.
- Maintain employee information, files, and databases in electronic and hard-copy formats.
- Assist with HR documents, forms, reports, and departmental processes.
- Communicate with the Payroll company, government and public agencies including the Texas Workforce Commission and Health and Human Services, when authorized and necessary.
- Assist with Payroll audits, corrections, and any other related payroll issues.
- Assist with preliminary information gathering for reported concerns, complaints, or risks, as directed by the HR Director.
Technology and Office Support
- Use Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, DocuSign, and virtual meeting platforms to support daily operations.
- Maintain organized electronic files, calendars, trackers, and departmental records.
- Help identify workflow improvements and support efficient HR processes.
- Prepare ad hoc reports and summaries as requested.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in HR Department, and executive assistant, personal assistant preferably supporting senior leadership.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, time-management, proofreading, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, identify concerns, and recommend solutions.
- Professional and strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining professionalism and a positive attitude.
- Bilingual English and Spanish skills are preferred.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Communications, or a related field required.
- A master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Professional HR certification, such as SHRM-CP, PHR, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR, is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Human resources: 5 years (Required)
- Executive administrative support: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
- SHRM Certified Professional (Preferred)
Location:
- Houston, TX 77060 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Director of Human Resources in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be the backbone of HR operations, managing complex schedules, coordinating projects, and facilitating seamless communication across teams. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional administrative skills, technical proficiency, anticipate needs and a passion for fostering an efficient workplace.
Key ResponsibilitiesExecutive and Administrative Support
- Manage the HR Director's calendar, meetings, appointments, deadlines, and reminders.
- Handle correspondence and prepare, proofread, and format reports, presentations, meeting minutes, and other documents.
- Prepare meeting agendas, document action items, and follow up with responsible parties to support timely completion.
- Organize electronic and hard-copy records in compliance with departmental standards and retention requirements.
- Complete data entry, filing, supply management, and other general administrative duties.
- Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by the Director of Human Resources.
- Assist with complain investigations.
- Assist with disciplinary process and training.
Communication and Coordination
- Facilitate clear and timely communication within HR and between HR, executive leadership, managers, employees, and other departments.
- Communicate professionally with C-suite executives and internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate departmental meetings, training sessions, employee events, and company-wide initiatives.
- Draft employee communications, announcements, and other HR correspondence.
- Support project coordination by tracking priorities, deliverables, deadlines, and outcomes.
Employee Support and HR Operations
- Respond to employee HR questions and requests or direct them to the appropriate team
- Complete employment verification requests accurately and promptly.
- Maintain employee information, files, and databases in electronic and hard-copy formats.
- Assist with HR documents, forms, reports, and departmental processes.
- Communicate with the Payroll company, government and public agencies including the Texas Workforce Commission and Health and Human Services, when authorized and necessary.
- Assist with Payroll audits, corrections, and any other related payroll issues.
- Assist with preliminary information gathering for reported concerns, complaints, or risks, as directed by the HR Director.
Technology and Office Support
- Use Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, DocuSign, and virtual meeting platforms to support daily operations.
- Maintain organized electronic files, calendars, trackers, and departmental records.
- Help identify workflow improvements and support efficient HR processes.
- Prepare ad hoc reports and summaries as requested.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in HR Department, and executive assistant, personal assistant preferably supporting senior leadership.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, time-management, proofreading, and follow-up skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, identify concerns, and recommend solutions.
- Professional and strong interpersonal and customer-service skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining professionalism and a positive attitude.
- Bilingual English and Spanish skills are preferred.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Communications, or a related field required.
- A master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Professional HR certification, such as SHRM-CP, PHR, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR, is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be considered.
Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Human resources: 5 years (Required)
- Executive administrative support: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
License/Certification:
- SHRM Certified Professional (Preferred)
Location:
- Houston, TX 77060 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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HR Director Jobs in Houston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a hr director job in Houston?
The strongest path into an hr director role in Houston is through the city's dominant sectors: energy, healthcare systems, and engineering and construction firms. Candidates with experience managing large, unionized, or shift-based workforces stand out locally. Targeting mid-size energy operators in the Energy Corridor or large hospital networks in the Texas Medical Center gives you the best concentration of active openings, and SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credentials carry real weight with Houston employers.
Which companies hire hr directors in Houston?
Houston hr director roles are posted by WM, Hines, and Nouryon and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Houston's hiring mix skews heavily toward energy producers, petrochemical companies, large hospital networks, and engineering and construction firms, all of which maintain substantial in-house HR leadership teams.
Are there remote hr director jobs in Houston?
Yes, though remote availability is limited for this role since hr directors typically oversee on-site teams, handle in-person employee relations, and support facility operations. About 50% of hr director openings tied to Houston are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with the hybrid arrangements most common at corporate headquarters roles in professional services and technology firms based Downtown or in Greenway Plaza.
How can I get a hr director job in Houston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Houston is moving into an HR manager role at one of the city's mid-size energy or construction companies, which often promote from within and value operational HR over pure generalist backgrounds. Lateral moves from talent acquisition lead or HR business partner roles are the most common stepping stones locally. Gaining experience with compliance-heavy environments, such as OSHA-regulated worksites common in Houston's industrial sector, gives candidates a concrete edge when applying for director-level roles.
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