Jenkins Design Build is hiring a part-time Director of Human Resources (HR Director) in Austin, TX. This fractional HR leadership role, 15–20 hours a week at $50 per hour, owns HR compliance, hiring and onboarding, employee relations, benefits and performance management for our award-winning, family-owned design-build firm of about 30 people.
Job Details
Job Type: Part-time (W-2 employee)
Pay: $50.00 per hour
Expected Hours: 15–20 hours per week
Schedule: Flexible weekday hours
Work Location: In person at our office in Austin, TX (78738)
Reports To: Owner / President
Target Start Date: October 26, 2026
Why Join Jenkins Design Build?
At Jenkins, we don't simply build houses — we craft homes where families gather, friendships grow, and memories are made. Recognized nationally as an award-winning design-build firm, we combine visionary design with meticulous craftsmanship. Our team is driven by a mission: to create living spaces that reflect the aspirations and unique stories of our clients. This is more than a job; it's your opportunity to be part of something impactful and fulfilling.
Jenkins Design Build Core Values
Pursue Excellence
Act with Integrity
Work Efficiently
Be Proactive
Grow Continuously
Position Overview
The part-time Director of Human Resources leads all aspects of HR for Jenkins Design Build, including compliance, employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, training, benefits, and performance management. This is a hands-on, fractional leadership role for an experienced HR professional who can build strong systems with limited weekly hours. The Director serves as a strategic partner to the Owner and leadership team, helping to foster a culture that reflects our core values and supports long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, I-9), including proper worker classification and required documentation. Aligned Core Values: Act with Integrity, Work Efficiently
Audit current HR practices and build a practical roadmap that prioritizes the highest-risk gaps first. Aligned Core Values: Be Proactive, Pursue Excellence
Develop, implement, and maintain the employee handbook, SOPs, job descriptions, and HR workflows to ensure consistency across office and field teams. Aligned Core Values: Pursue Excellence, Act with Integrity
Manage the hiring and onboarding process for skilled trades, project managers, and design staff, ensuring a smooth and professional introduction to the company. Aligned Core Values: Pursue Excellence, Act with Integrity
Select and manage HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping tools that work for both office and field employees. Aligned Core Values: Work Efficiently, Be Proactive
Partner with safety leadership on OSHA requirements, incident reporting, and workers' compensation claims. Aligned Core Values: Act with Integrity, Be Proactive
Coach managers and superintendents on HR policies, feedback, and best practices. Aligned Core Values: Act with Integrity, Work Efficiently
Manage employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, investigations, and disciplinary actions, with professionalism and discretion. Aligned Core Values: Act with Integrity, Be Proactive
Coordinate performance reviews and performance improvement plans, and build simple career paths that support accountability and growth. Aligned Core Values: Work Efficiently, Grow Continuously
Develop pay bands and benchmark compensation against the local construction market. Aligned Core Values: Pursue Excellence, Work Efficiently
Oversee employee benefits and open enrollment with our broker, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness. Aligned Core Values: Act with Integrity, Work Efficiently
Lead initiatives that strengthen engagement, culture, and retention, including recognition programs, stay interviews, and exit interviews. Aligned Core Values: Grow Continuously, Act with Integrity
Qualifications
8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in an…