The **Family Dollar Director Positive Associate Relations** must reside on the west coast of the U.S. and is responsible for the creation and deployment of proactive people and labor strategies in conjunction with a balanced reactive strategy. This includes training and development of the HR and field management teams, regular field touchpoints to assess Associate engagement, and partnering cross-functionally to align departments to a unified employee value proposition. A critical part of the role is understanding how to monitor labor trends and political climate to mitigate Company exposure and risk. **Principal Duties and Responsibilities** + Provide comprehensive Employee Relations leadership for DC & Stores Field leadership + Develop and lead strategic, innovative and rigorous processes & tools to support positive leadership and employee relations programs in all DC and Store Field Operations. + Work collaboratively with the HRBP’s and Leaders in the DC’s and Stores Organizations + Counsel and assist assigned HRMs and Operations Leaders on various employee relations matters + Oversee and execute the long-term operations strategy, methodology, and management of labor relations within stores and DCs + Partnering with Field HR to respond to issues and create appropriate action plans to mitigate risk and provide support. + Conduct regular market analysis of employment trends and recommend programs and proactive HR interventions. + Partner with HR Centers of Excellence inclusive of Benefits, Compensation, and Talent Acquisition to maintain aligned messaging to the Associates + Ensure Company policies support our labor strategy. Assess through soliciting feedback from all levels of Associates and provide recommendations as needed. + Strategically partner with other business partners in the organization to develop programs and tools aimed at reducing and preventing Associate turnover and lack of engagement. + Ensure service standards are monitored and addressed consistently. + Be accountable for continuous improvement and service delivery excellence + Stay up to date on trends and applications of laws and latest trends in Labo **Minimum Requirements/Qualifications** + Strong Interpersonal, Verbal and Written Communication Skills are essential + 7+ Years of Experience in HR + Prior Labor Relations experience required + Bachelor’s Degree Required + Must be skilled with Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) **Desired Qualifications** + _Preferred PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP/SCP_ + Preferred Master’s degree in HR or related field **Start Rate = $185,000.00- $205,000.00 base salary based on experience + bonus + LTEI** **The company offers Health, Dental, & Vision, a flexible spending account, life and disability insurance benefits, a 401k plan, PTO & paid holidays annually.** Dollar Tree and Family Dollar are Equal Opportunity employers.