Human Resources Director Consultant (Part-Time)

About ConnectedHR and the Role

ConnectedHR, recognized on Inc. Magazine's 2026 Best Workplaces list, provides part-time fractional HR leadership to small and mid-sized companies, partnering closely with their leadership to deliver strategic and practical HR solutions. We are seeking an experienced HR Director Consultant to join our award-winning team in Cleveland, Ohio. This is a part-time, W-2 employee position with a stable schedule providing onsite support during regular business hours across the Cleveland metropolitan area. Compensation ranges from $85,000 to $110,000 annually based on full-time equivalency and is prorated by days worked per week.

This role is for seasoned HR professionals who excel in client-facing environments, balancing strategic leadership, hands-on project execution, and advisory functions while maintaining healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic and tactical HR consulting aligned with client business goals.
• Advise senior executives and leadership teams on complex human resource issues.
• Lead and manage HR projects including systems implementation and process enhancements.
• Drive organizational design, change management initiatives, and leadership development programs.
• Perform employee relations investigations and manage corrective action processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant federal, state, and local employment legislation.
• Effectively influence organizational culture, employee engagement, and overall effectiveness.
• Support recruitment and talent acquisition by optimizing workforce planning, job descriptions, interview strategies, and hiring processes.
• Collaborate internally with ConnectedHR and ConnectedTALENT teams to exchange knowledge and best practices.

Candidate Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in HR business partnering or HR leadership roles.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification highly desirable.
• Proven track record of managing HR projects, including HRIS/HCM systems implementation and process improvements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all core HR disciplines.
• Strong executive presence accompanied by excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Solid business acumen with capability to align HR strategies to organizational goals.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally within the Cleveland metropolitan area.
• Professional demeanor, confident, collaborative, and results-driven.

Core Expertise Areas

• Strategic business and workforce planning.
• HRIS/HCM system deployment and optimization.
• Policy formulation and employment law compliance.
• Leadership development and succession planning.
• Training and organizational development.
• Performance management systems.
• Employee relations and workplace investigations.
• Workers' compensation processes.
• Compensation and benefits strategy.
• Talent acquisition and onboarding strategies.
• Employment regulations including ADA, FMLA, FLSA, EEO, and related compliance matters.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Consistent part-time working schedule with regular client engagement.
• Opportunity to serve diverse industries and organizations.
• Meaningful consulting assignments that influence leadership and business outcomes.
• Work alongside an experienced and collaborative team of HR professionals.
• Strong organizational support, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing culture.
• Enjoy the balance of flexibility with secure W-2 employment status.
• Paid Time Off and 401(k) with company match included.