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How much do personnel director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for personnel director in the United States is $101,271.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by personnel directors when managing organizational change?

Personnel Directors often play a key role during organizational change initiatives, such as restructuring or implementing new policies. Common challenges include anticipating employee concerns, maintaining open communication, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong leadership, empathy, and the ability to align HR strategies with overall business goals. Collaboration with department heads and transparent communication with staff are essential for building trust and minimizing resistance to change.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a personnel director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Personnel Director, you need expertise in human resources management, employment law, organizational development, and typically a bachelor’s or master’s degree in HR or a related field. Familiarity with HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and certifications like SHRM-SCP or SPHR are highly valued. Leadership, conflict resolution, and effective interpersonal communication are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure strategic alignment of personnel practices, legal compliance, and a positive workplace culture that supports organizational success.

What does a personnel director do?

A Personnel Director, also known as a Human Resources Director, is responsible for overseeing all aspects of an organization's human resources functions. This includes recruiting, hiring, training, developing policies, handling employee relations, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. They work closely with other executives to align HR strategies with organizational goals, and they play a key role in shaping the company culture. Personnel Directors also manage HR staff and budgets, and may be involved in benefits administration and conflict resolution.

What is the difference between Personnel Director vs Human Resources Manager?

AspectPersonnel DirectorHuman Resources Manager
CredentialsBachelor's degree; often advanced HR certificationsBachelor's degree; HR certifications common
Work EnvironmentCorporate HR departments, large organizationsCorporate HR teams, various industries
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations emphasizing personnel managementWidely used across industries for HR leadership
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, responsibilities, and career pathsComparing HR leadership roles and responsibilities

The Personnel Director and Human Resources Manager roles often overlap in credentials, work environment, and industry usage. The Personnel Director typically oversees broader HR functions at a strategic level, while the Human Resources Manager handles day-to-day HR operations. Both roles are essential for effective personnel management within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Personnel Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,271 per year, or $48.7 per hour.

Director, PMO Processes and Tools

Copeland

Chanhassen, MN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

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Copeland rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

152nd of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Description

The PMO Processes and Tools Director is a senior-level position responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining project management methodologies, standards, and tools within an organization. This role involves strategic planning, project governance, and resource management to ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. Specifically, this role is responsible for the maintenance of Portfolio Prioritization Management Tools (PPM) and help manage key project activation and resourcing requirements. Cross functionally, your responsibilities will focus on successfully executing enterprise-wide programs through planning, implementing.You play a critical role in communicating progress and maintaining visibility with regular updates across the key business stakeholders and to the Copeland executive team. You are the connection point between the business, global program teams, and the internal communications team to ensure holistic change communication. You are a self-starter who enjoys working in a team and working in a matrix environment.

As the Director, PMO Processes and Tools, you will:

  • Lead the strategic planning efforts and define project management methodologies; ensuring that all projects adhere to standardized best practices and organizational policies

  • Allocate resources across various projects based on priorities, schedules, and budgets; this includes investing in project management software and archiving project data for future use

  • Analyze and roll out PMO tools for planning, managing, and tracking projects; this also involves conducting necessary training for project management staff

  • Monitor project progress and compliance with organizational standards; reporting performance and progress to the executive team and conducting performance reviews

Required education, experiences & skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in business and a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a related industry position. Program management experience is acceptable

  • Experience maturing a PMO and PMO best practices

  • Demonstrated experience in leading lean/ operational excellence initiatives

  • High level of emotional intelligence, influencing skills, and communication skills to enable collaboration with a variety of key stakeholders including senior executive stakeholders

  • Strong business and financial acumen, including strong problem-solving skills, data analysis, critical thinking, business analysis and organizational skills

  • You have a proven track record in building cross-functional relationships with ability to influence others across different levels within the organization

  • You have strong facilitation, analytical and presentation skills with a proven track record in breaking down complex, ambiguous business problems into structured approaches and actions

  • You demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills in your work with senior executives across various geographies

  • You excel in project management, problem solving, verbal and written communication

  • You have passion for building new capabilities and functions from ground-up

  • You are flexible and highly resilient to change and ambiguity

  • You are entrepreneurial, self-starter and results driven with ability to work independently with limited information

  • You seek the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions with an unwavering commitment to do what is ethical

  • PMP Certification


Collaboration First Hybrid Work Arrangements:

This role is hybrid eligible with the requirement to be in office at least three days per week. Colleagues are expected to demonstrate a collaboration first mindset, which is the understanding that teams will work together in-person and colleagues should be flexible to adjust their hybrid days based on business needs. You will have an opportunity to work with your team and leader to determine when you should be in office to drive meaningful connections and to best serve our customers.

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Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That's why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future-for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity - and the power - to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: copeland.careers@copeland.com

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