HR Director

Company: The Verdes Foundation
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

Position Type:--Full-time, exempt, benefits eligibleReports to:--CEODepartment: Human ResourcesDirect Reports: HR Generalist, others as assignedCollaborates With: All pertinent/relevant Verdes personnel, internal & external stakeholders, community at large, others as business needs determineTravel Required: YesJob Summary:The HR Director is responsible for broad strategic planning, as well as tactical execution, of company-wide people initiatives. This role reports to the CEO and will act as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership team. The HR Director must ensure that Verdes' people operations goals, policies, procedures, and programs support the organization's mission, values, culture, and strategic planks. This role will also ensure regulatory compliance, adherence to local, state, and federal employment laws, and reinforce a safe environment for all Verdes' employees. Reinforcing a safe environment requires successful development, implementation, and outcomes related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access across the organization.Responsibilities/Essential Functions:--------------Build and cultivate the strongest team in the industry including but not limited to benefits administration, compensation planning, performance metrics, recruiting, professional development, and reporting--------------Direct supervision and leadership of Verdes' HR department, the HR Generalist, and other employees as assigned, including accountability for project outcomes, deliverables, and KPIs--------------In partnership with executive leadership team, develop and implement people operations strategies including but not limited to recruiting, on-boarding, professional development, training, and performance management--------------Reinforce Verdes' values to strengthen the culture through diversity, equity, inclusion, and access--------------Ensure a best-in-class employee experience--------------Manage employee relations issues and develop an approach resulting in win-win solutions, when necessary, and accountability--------------Develop and administer Verdes' total compensation philosophy and strategy including but not limited to benefits program(s) and bonuses--------------Develop and administer Verdes' internal and external employer brand--------------Must stay up to date with, and enforce evolving employment laws, legislation, regulatory compliance, including federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to personnel--------------Strong knowledge of employment law to provide prompt and accurate guidance to managers and executive team members--------------Act as a strategic partner to the Safety & Security Committee and reinforce a culture of safety--------------Management of COVID related policies, procedures, updates, and adherence to CDC Guidelines--------------Manage vendor relationships as they pertain to benefits, HR technology, legal, and other as business needs determine--------------Ensure accurate, on-time delivery of payroll in partnership with HR and Finance teams--------------Perform administrative duties related to documentation, scheduling, audits, communication, and other as needed--------------Other duties as assignedComputer/Technical Responsibilities: --------------Office 365, SharePoint, and One Drive--------------HRIS administration--------------Benefits administration through employer portals provided by carriers--------------Common Windows computer problems--------------Competent in trouble shooting general office IT issuesQualifications and Educational Requirements:--------------At least 7 years proven experience & progressive responsibility in Human Resources--------------At least five years of Human Resources leadership and department oversight--------------Knowledge of all NM and Federal employment laws--------------Previous experience managing employees--------------HRIS knowledge & familiarity, preferably Wurk (UKG product)--------------Benefits administration--------------Communication: active listening, diplomacy, tact, verbal, written--------------Ability to multi-task and quickly prioritize tasks--------------Exceptional internal and external customer service focus and employee relations skills--------------Must be dependable, reliable, and motivated--------------Organization, detail focused, time management with experience using project management software--------------Bachelor's degree in a related field; master's degree preferred--------------SHRM or HRCI certification preferredPhysical and Emotional Requirements:--------------Must be able to sit for long periods of time, 8 - 10 hours multiple days in a row--------------Must be able to lift at least 20 lbs.--------------Must be able to work in office settings, loud environments, warehouses, and grow rooms--------------Must be able to bend/stoop/climb/reach--------------Must be able to tolerate a reasonable amount of work stress, high stress situations, ambiguity, and changing priorities--------------Shall work in varying environmental conditions at times: hot, cold, humid.--------------Shall work with dirty and laborious activities at times--------------Emotional intelligence: self-management, self-awareness, relationship management, social awareness--------------Additional Requirements:--------------Negotiation with vendors and offer letters--------------Budgetary management experienceCompensation/Hours:--------------Compensation -DOE; 45+/- hours/wk., Required Mon - Fri, some weekends & holidays, -8:00am-8:00pm--------------Professional Development with an additional PTO allotment.--------------PTO accrual (tenure-based increases) & NMPSL sick leave accrual--------------Health Insurance with employer contribution (PPACA compliant)--------------Vision Insurance with employer contribution--------------Dental Insurance with employer contribution--------------Employee Assistance Program: 100% employer paid--------------Basic Life Insurance ($10k coverage): employer paid--------------Voluntary Life Insurance: 100% employee paid--------------401K (auto enrollment at 3%)--------------Short-term Disability: 100% employer paid--------------Voluntary Long-term Disability: 100% Employee Paid--------------20% Employee Discount--------------Loyalty Program - 3% cash back to be used towards any Verdes purchase.--------------50% paid Maternity/Paternity Leave - For four weeks, after one year of employment--------------Paid Sabbatical Leave of four weeks after five years of employment--------------Paid Voting Leave - up to two hours--------------Referral Program - $400 for a referral who is retained for 6 months--------------Flexible schedules and remote work available based on position--------------Pet Friendly - based on work location and position & pet insurance offered----

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