Human Resources Director (Remote) - United States - 42681 - Maximus

General information

Job Posting Title

Human Resources Director (Remote)

Date

Thursday, August 6, 2026

City

Remote

Country

United States

Working time

Full-time

Description & Requirements

Maximus is currently hiring for a Human Resources Director. The Human Resources Director serves as the senior workforce management leader responsible for the strategic planning, recruitment, retention, onboarding, workforce readiness, employee engagement, and personnel lifecycle management of a globally distributed workforce supporting mission-critical federal programs.

- Partner with senior business leaders and executives to define and execute HR strategies that align with business goals, driving organizational performance and operational effectiveness.

- Provide thought leadership on key HR initiatives, advising leadership on best practices related to workforce planning, organizational design, and leadership development.

- Leverage data to guide talent and performance decisions, enhancing the organization’s ability to attract, develop, and retain top talent.

- Foster a collaborative, high-impact HR team culture focused on delivering results and supporting the business’s strategic goals.

- Continuously evaluate and improve HR programs, policies, and practices to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the business and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

- Align with key HR stakeholder leaders to assess intersectionality of initiatives, address current and/or anticipated challenges, and maintain transparency.

- Serve as a trusted advisor, influencing business decisions through a deep understanding of business operations, industry trends, and HR analytics, while also advising on complex business issues.

- Lead and develop a team of HR professionals, setting clear expectations, providing coaching, and ensuring the team is aligned with business goals and equipped to execute HR initiatives effectively.

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 10+ years of relevant professional experience required

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.