Director, Divisional HR

Job Description The Human Resources Director serves as a strategic business partner to Field Operations, driving people strategies that support organizational objectives and build a high-performing culture. This role provides expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensures compliance with policies and programs, and acts as the primary liaison between field operations and corporate HR centers of excellence.    Responsibilities  • Serve as trusted advisor to senior operations leaders, aligning people strategy with field operations objectives  • Lead and develop an HR Manager who serves as HR partner to District Managers  • Manage high-profile and complex employee relations investigations, keeping key stakeholders informed and making risk-conscious decisions  • Identify, monitor, and address areas of employee relations and labor relations risk, and when necessary, coordinate and execute company strategy.   • Maintain regular field presence to gather feedback, identify and diagnose morale issues, and support leadership development.   • Ensure company compliance with applicable employment laws and consistency in application of policies and procedures  • Build and maintain a culture of succession planning and people development across field operations  • Support performance management and talent development processes including disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and terminations while managing associated risks and ensuring alignment in decision making  • Lead coaching and development efforts for individuals and teams  • Design and implement programs that build employee engagement and retention  • Create and support new company initiatives, drive adoption across field operations  • Act as liaison between field operations and Corporate Office for training, benefits, labor, workers compensation, leaves of absence, and employee relations needs  • Conduct research and analysis specific to employee engagement and relations trends to support human resources initiatives and federal, state, or local legally mandated reporting requirements.  • Degree in Business Administration, Organization Development, Human Resources, or related experience preferred  • Minimum 8-10 years of human resources management experience  • HR experience with multi-site/multi-state or retail operations required  • Working knowledge of employment law including FMLA, EEO, ADA, FLSA, etc.  • Demonstrated knowledge of all disciplines of human resources  • Strong analytical skills with ability to develop, manage, and interpret metrics  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively at all levels  • Demonstrated ability to influence without authority  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR technology systems including Workday and Navex   • Big picture thinker who anticipates future trends and creates competitive talent strategies  • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information  • Ability to recognize opportunities and assess risks before they become trends  • Highly organized with strong planning, time management, and prioritization skills  • Proven leader with strengths in coaching and supporting development  • Up to 50% travel required  One of our core values is working as OneTeam. We believe in the value of in-person collaboration while recognizing the importance of flexibility. Public Storage teammates are expected to work in the office five days per week, with the option to use up to three flexible remote-work days each month.   **Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available for this posting.  Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions or requiring sponsorship now or in the future. We do not provide training plans or support for F-1 OPT, STEM OPT exte