Description Katie Weigel with Robert Half Finance and Accounting is recruiting to fill a Human Resources Leader role for a rapidly growing and wildly successful start up in Reno. The position is the first and only HR role within the organization and as such will have a wide variety of responsibilities from very hands on human resources administration tasks, to the strategic end of developing the human resource infrastructure to include: payroll and benefits (currently outsourced); training and development, talent acquisition, onboarding, workforce management, etc. This individual will be responsible for designing and executing HR strategies that support rapid growth, regulatory compliance, and a strong company culture. This is a foundational role suited for someone who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and wants to help build a high-performance team from the ground up. Key Responsibilities: Talent Acquisition & Onboarding • Lead full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, interviews, and hiring • Design and manage onboarding and orientation processes Employee Relations & Development • Serve as the point of contact for employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance coaching • Support development plans, training, and engagement initiatives HR Operations & Compliance • Draft and enforce employee handbooks, policies, and procedures • Ensure compliance with labor laws (FLSA, FMLA, OSHA, HIPAA if applicable) • Maintain accurate HR records, manage benefits enrollment, and coordinate payroll with Finance Culture & Organizational Development • Partner with leadership to build and sustain a strong, mission-driven culture • Lead DEI efforts, feedback programs, and internal communications • Help define internal workflows and job structures as the company scales ________________________________________ Qualifications: • 3–7 years of HR experience, preferably in healthcare, life sciences, or a regulated industry • Knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and startup scalability issues • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Self-starter comfortable with ambiguity and building processes from scratch • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (HR certification a plus) The company has a great culture, a team of highly talented people. The position pays market with generous bonus potential, to be paid quarterly. The role is on-site in Reno. Interested in learning more? Please apply today! Requirements Benefit Functions, Communication, Compliance, Employee Relations, Hiring Processes, Employee Training, HR development, Payroll - Under 100 Employees, Employee Wellness Programs, Employee performance management, Employee Handbook, Conducts new-Employee Orientations Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .