HR Director Jobs in Washington

HR Director jobs in Washington are in strong demand, concentrated in technology, healthcare, aerospace, and public sector organizations, with openings ranging from emerging people-operations leaders through senior executives overseeing enterprise-wide strategy. Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma anchor most of the hiring activity, with well-established employers like Microsoft, Boeing, and Providence Health leading consistent demand. The most sought-after specialties in Washington include talent acquisition strategy, DEI program leadership, and labor relations experience tied to the state's strong union environment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles18
Top employerDowbuilt
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring15
Work type100% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Solid Ground
Senior Human Resources Director
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Senior Human Resources Director
Solid Ground
Seattle, Washington
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$129k - $194k/yr
201-500

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Island Health
Director of Human Resources
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Director of Human Resources
Island Health
Anacortes, Washington
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Performance Marketing
$110k - $167k/yr
Master's degree in business administration

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Director of Human Resources
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Director of Human Resources
Skagit Radiology, Inc.
Mount Vernon, Washington
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$155k - $186k/yr
51-200

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Brown & Haley
Human Resources Director
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Human Resources Director
Brown & Haley
Fife, Washington
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
$85k - $100k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
201-500

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HR Director Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
4 jobs
Fife
1 job
Cheney
1 job
Colfax
1 job
Renton
1 job
Tacoma
1 job
Redmond
1 job
Bellevue
1 job
Kingston
1 job

HR Director Job Market in Washington

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

Who's Hiring

Dowbuilt
Dowbuilt1 open role
Interdent
Interdent1 open role
Microsoft
Microsoft1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Washington Employers Look For

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

  • SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred by Washington employers
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
  • Seven or more years of progressive HR experience with at least three in a leadership role
  • Demonstrated experience with Washington State labor law, L&I compliance, and WFLA requirements
  • Proven ability to lead full-cycle talent acquisition and workforce planning at scale
  • Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or UKG

HR Director Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a hr director in Washington?

Most hr directors in Washington follow a path that starts with a bachelor's degree in human resources or business administration, followed by progressive HR roles building toward a management title. Washington has no state-issued license for the role, but employers here consistently expect SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification and familiarity with Washington-specific requirements like Paid Family and Medical Leave, the Washington Law Against Discrimination, and L&I reporting obligations.

How much do HR directors make in Washington?

HR directors in Washington earn a median of about $165,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $108,830 for the lowest 10% to over $271,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire hr directors in Washington?

Employers hiring hr directors in Washington right now include Dowbuilt, Interdent, and Microsoft, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Washington's concentration of large technology headquarters, major healthcare systems, and aerospace manufacturers creates consistent year-round demand for senior HR leadership across industries.

Which Washington cities have the most hr director jobs?

Seattle, Fife, and Cheney have the most hr director openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue dominate because the region's dense technology and healthcare employer base generates sustained senior HR demand, while Tacoma draws hiring from healthcare networks, logistics operations, and Joint Base Lewis-McChord, which supports a substantial civilian HR workforce.

Are there remote hr director jobs in Washington?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical fields since hr directors regularly lead on-site teams, handle in-person employee relations, and interface with executives face-to-face. About 0% of hr director openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. The responsibilities most likely to be performed remotely include policy development, compensation benchmarking, and HR technology administration.

How can I get hired as a hr director in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving up through an HR generalist or HR business partner role at a Washington employer large enough to have a structured people team, then stepping into a director title as the organization grows. Large Washington employers like Providence Health and Starbucks regularly post HR coordinator and generalist roles that serve as internal pipelines. Earning a SHRM-CP and demonstrating ownership of a specific HR domain, such as recruiting operations or people analytics, accelerates that progression significantly.

Where can I find and apply to hr director jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to hr director jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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