Thursday, April 10, 2014
Director - Human Resources - Vulcan - Seattle
Job description
The Director, Human Resources provides strategic human resources leadership and support to meet the needs of the organization. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, and participating as an active member of the Executive Committee, this individual develops innovative HR strategies and implements HR practices in the areas of recruitment & selection, compensation, benefits, learning & development, compliance, organizational development, culture development and employee relations. Leading a talented group of HR professionals, this role is responsible for the management of HR issues for a population of 500+ employees at multiple domestic and international locations.
Knowledge, experience, skill, and/or ability
Required
Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from accredited institution and a minimum of 12 years broad HR experience with 3 years at a Director level in a dynamic, innovative, demanding environment. SPHR certification preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills and proven leadership experience with a solid track record of collaborating with senior management.
Ability to seamlessly navigate a diverse and complex organization.
Demonstrated skills in providing creative leadership; analytical and conceptual skills/abilities to identify, analyze and resolve problems creatively and strategically.
Demonstrated strategic HR excellence, including leading/participating in change initiatives, and in-depth knowledge of employment laws and applicable regulations.
Track record of achievement in developing successful HR practices.
A proactive leader in change management, demonstrated personal credibility and trustworthiness, and a strong aptitude to proactively identify problems and propose effective solutions.
Effective persuasion and influencing skills and ability to negotiate and diffuse conflict.
Effective team player and partner, and demonstration of an immediate sense of urgency, as well as flexibility.
Experience working in a multi-state location. International experience a plus.
Talented professional and self-starter, with high self-confidence, strong leadership skills.
In-depth knowledge of and understanding of HR practices and employment law.
Proven capability to develop an HR team to achieve their highest potential
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