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Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation · 1 day ago

Director, Human Resources

Highland, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is seeking a Director of Human Resources who will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership. This role involves aligning HR strategies with business objectives, leading talent management initiatives, and driving organizational effectiveness.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Collaborates with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business goals and improve organizational effectiveness

Implements HR strategies that align with evolving business models and market conditions

Serves as a liaison between HR and business units to ensure alignment of people strategies with operational goals

Leads enterprise-wide initiatives such as leadership alignment, organizational design, and workforce transformation

Leads cross-functional HR initiatives that support enterprise transformation

Mentors leaders on team dynamics, leadership, and change readiness

Partners with HR and business leaders to forecast talent needs, assess workforce gaps, and align staffing with strategic goals

Conducts workforce segmentation to identify critical roles and future skill needs

Leverages data to guide decision-making on turnover, productivity, and workforce trends

Leads workforce scenario planning to prepare for workforce shifts

Facilitates job description creation and updates through job shadowing and integrated activities

Collaborates with other HR functional leaders and SMEs to deliver integrated HR solutions

Leads talent development, performance management, succession planning, and retention strategies to build a strong workforce

Implements competency frameworks to guide performance expectations and development planning

Guides leader recognition of high-potential talent using performance data and manager feedback

Designs career paths and leadership development opportunities

Identifies skill gaps and recommends targeted development opportunities or training

Consults on Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and Individual Development Plans (IDPs)

Facilitates and reports on succession planning and bench strength sessions

Conducts in-service sessions on new or updated policies

Collaborates with HR Learning & Development to align training with business needs

Leads annual calibration meetings

Guides leaders on interpersonal and performance-related matters

Counsels on fair and consistent policy application across the enterprise

Drives initiatives that strengthen leadership, team effectiveness, and engagement

Facilitates engagement strategy sessions to build alignment and trust

Drives or partners on organizational design, role creation, team effectiveness, and implements change management programs

Leads organizational health assessments and recommend interventions for improvement

Supports cross-functional collaboration through team effectiveness and conflict resolution workshops

Leads satisfaction conversations and stay/discovery interviews

Analyzes engagement data and recommends actions to boost morale and retention

Manages voluntary resignations and conducts exit interviews for insights

Uses data to identify trends, measure impact, and guide talent and organizational decisions

Monitors HR metrics, analyzes trends, and leverages data to identify areas for improvement and informed strategic decisions

Uses predictive and prescriptive analytics to forecast needs and recommend interventions

Aligns analytics with business goals by partnering with leaders

Applies statistical methods to uncover correlations and causations

Translates complex data into actionable insights

Presents insights in a compelling, story-driven format

Benchmarks metrics against industry standards

Ensures ethical and secure use of employee data

Supports business transformation through restructuring, process improvements, and cultural alignment

Leads stakeholder analysis and change impact assessments for major initiatives

Drives organizational change initiatives effectively

Develops communication plans, such as run of show plans, and assess change readiness with mitigation strategies

Monitors post-change adoption metrics and adjust strategies as needed

Manages complex projects related to HR strategy and initiatives

Provides intake and support to the Employee and Labor Relations team on complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent practices aligned with company values and legal compliance

Conducts climate assessments to proactively identify and address workplace issues

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning reviewing and directing work; evaluating and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Makes hiring decisions and designs individual development plans with succession planning in mind for all key roles

Qualification

HR strategy alignmentTalent managementHR analyticsChange managementHRIS proficiencyOrganizational developmentCoachingMentoringData visualizationStatistical analysisPerformance managementSuccession planningEmployee relationsWorkforce planningEngagement strategiesInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeam facilitationConflict resolutionLeadershipProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Psychology, or related field required

Minimum ten (10) years of relevant and progressive experience in Human Resources, with a minimum of five (5) years in a senior-level HR role leading consultative, change management, or workforce planning initiatives in an organization of 2000 or more team members is required

Minimum seven (7) years of supervisory experience is required

Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

A deep knowledge of HR principles, employment law, and organizational behavior is required

Strong knowledge of the full talent lifecycle: recruitment, development, succession planning, and retention is required

Proficiency in HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday), data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI), and Office 365 are required

Skilled in workforce segmentation, benchmarking, and change management

Experienced in coaching, mentoring, conflict resolution, and team facilitation

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels

Demonstrated ability and experience to lead through influence across all organizational levels

Demonstrated ability and experience to drive strategic HR initiatives aligned with business goals to enhance performance and engagement

Demonstrated ability and experience to apply HR analytics to support data-driven decisions and improve organizational health

Demonstrated ability and experience to communicate insights effectively through compelling, story-driven presentations

Demonstrated ability and experience to manage cross-functional projects with a collaborative approach

Demonstrated ability and experience to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Demonstrated ability and experience to uphold high standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Demonstrated ability and experience to think strategically and with strong business acumen

At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license

Driving Responsibilities: Role requires regular commuting between locations. A valid driver's license and vehicle insurance with minimum liability limits is required

Preferred

Experience working with Tribal Governments and Casino-Hospitality, specifically Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation is preferred

Certification as a Professional Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR), or Global Professional Human Resources (GPHR) preferred