OpenGov
Sr. Director, HR Ops & Total Rewards
US | Georgia | Atlanta · Director
Sponsorship not specified$240k-$265kDetected 2 days ago
Machine LearningData EngineeringLLMsAgentic AIAccountingBudgetingM&AVendor ManagementProcurementERPRecruitingHRISCompensationContract ManagementEmployment LawLeadershipMentoring
About the role
- OpenGov is looking for a Senior Director of HR Operations & Total Rewards to serve as the strategic and operational architect of our HR function's infrastructure.
- You should see AI not as a tool to bolt on, but as the core way HR works.
- This means embedding large language models, machine learning, and autonomous systems into every process you touch.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Enterprise Technology and AI Ops to embed AI into HRIS workflows, analytics pipelines, and compliance processes. Current stack includes Workday, Ashby, and Claude Enterprise, deployed internally for manager coaching and HR self-service.
- Serve as the HR function's primary point of accountability for HR systems, partnering closely with Enterprise Technology on HRIS configuration, data integrity, and platform decisions, providing business requirements, subject matter expertise, and end-user perspective to ensure HR technology investments deliver against people operations needs.
- Support the Talent Acquisition function from an operations standpoint, owning ATS configuration and administration (Ashby), building and maintaining TA reporting and dashboards, and ensuring the recruiting tech stack integrates cleanly with broader HR systems and data workflows.
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of HR operations and compensation professionals, modeling clear priorities, strong execution standards, and a culture of continuous improvement.
- Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government.
- These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive
- Experience in a senior leadership role with direct team management and cross-functional executive influence.
- Strong working knowledge of HRIS platforms (Workday required).
- Demonstrated fluency with AI-enabled tools in an HR context, not just awareness, but hands-on experience evaluating, piloting, or deploying AI or automation to improve how a team operates.
- You know the difference between a process that adds value and a process that adds headcount.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Background in SaaS and / or high-growth technology.
- Experience managing people programs for global teams, including India or international regions.
- Hands-on experience with agentic AI tools, workflow automation platforms (e.g., Claude, TextQL), or AI-native HRIS/TA tooling.
- Familiarity with LLM-based tools for HR use cases - internal chatbots, policy assistants, manager coaching tools.
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or CCP certification.
- Exposure to M&A people integration, including due diligence through Day 1 and beyond.
- MBA or advanced degree in a related field.
Compensation
- Atlanta, GA: $240,000 - $265,000
- On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
- The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate's geographical location.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
- Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
- Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
- Learn about OpenGov's mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com http://OpenGov.com.
- Represent the HR function as a strategic partner to business leaders, Finance and Legal, aligning compensation, benefits, and headcount planning with headcount modeling and regulatory requirements.
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