Koons Automotive Group
Location: This leader will be based out of a Koons Automotive dealership location in Virginia. They will be expected to be in the office 5 days/week, along with their peers. They will travel regularly to various assigned Koons Automotive locations.
KEY RELATIONSHIPSReports to HR Director Direct reports: One HR Specialist Other key relationships
General Managers and operational leadership at Koons Automotive dealerships
Regional Support Teams, including finance and ITShared Services Team, including Payroll, HRIS, Benefits Administration, and Learning and Development and Employment Law
Corporate Communications and Public Relations team
External HR Vendors and Consultants
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Understands, keeps abreast of industry trends and complies with federal, state and local employment laws
Supports management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions
Builds strong, trusting relationships with frontline team members and team members at all levels
Partners with the Regional Leadership Team to provide support to the dealerships
Develops organization strategies by identifying and researching human resources issues
Reviews and makes recommendations to the Director for improvement of the organization’s policies, procedures and practices on team member matters
Communicates changes in the organization’s team member policies and procedures and ensures proper compliance is followed
Provides consultation and training to management on human resource matters
Plans, designs and develops human resource-related initiatives that support the organization’s mission
Takes a leadership role in developing a culture that enables team members to perform in a professional and safe work environment
Participates on committees and special projects and seeks additional responsibilities
Partners with other HR departments to accomplish all HR department goals and initiatives
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
IDEAL EXPERIENCE 10+ years of broad human resources leadership experience in multi-site environmentsProven experience improving HR operations across multiple locations, ideally in complex, multi-site organizations undergoing rapid growth and integration.
Strong track record of driving retention and reducing team member turnoverProven capability to develop and implement targeted strategies that effectively address retention challenges
Deep understanding of HR best practices, policies, and complianceRecognized for expertise in developing, communicating, and enforcing human resource policies and procedures that drive compliance and enhance organizational effectiveness and team member experience, supported by a proactive approach to staying current with industry trends and regulatory changes.
Experience navigating complex regulatory and team member relations environmentsProven expertise addressing complex regulatory and team member relations matters. Strong understanding and proactive management of team member relations issues and compliance with evolving federal, state, and local employment laws in geographically diverse environments.
CRITICAL LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIESDriving Results
Addresses critical business challenges, such as high turnover rates among skilled technicians and the broader guest facing and support teams, by developing innovative solutions and measurable HR strategies that enhance recruitment, retention, and team member satisfaction.
Effectively utilizes an HR shared services model, ensuring excellence in service delivery, effective utilization of resources, and high standards of operational performance across team member relations, payroll, benefits, onboarding, and compliance functions.
Acting Strategically
Develops and executes strategic HR initiatives that support accelerated growth and transformation through acquisitions, providing proactive counsel and anticipating human resources implications throughout the process.
Demonstrates strategic acumen by aligning…