Relate Search · 2 weeks ago
Director of People & Culture
Ventura, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $190K/yr
15+ years expRelate Search is a Woman, Minority, and LGBTQIA+ owned executive and professional search firm dedicated to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunity. They are seeking a Director of People & Culture to lead HR strategies, manage HR programs, and promote a people-focused culture within a fast-growing environmental consulting firm.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Play a key role in leading talent strategies, acting as a strategic business partner, thought leader, and change agent
Provide strategic guidance on people and organizational issues
Continuously work to advance the people strategy and growth of the firm as we expand into other states
Proactively translate business needs of the firm into people-oriented solutions
Work to attract and retain top talent through employee engagement strategies
Oversee leadership pipeline and succession planning activity for the firm
Develop and oversee leadership development programs to cultivate high-potential employees and future leaders
Design and deliver enterprise-wide programs that enhance employee engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and team effectiveness
Develop and execute a scalable talent management strategy that aligns with business objectives, project demands, and growth plans
Develop and execute talent management frameworks, including workforce planning, succession planning, performance management, and leadership development to support organizational goals
Qualification
Required
Master's degree and SPHR, SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred
15+ years of increasing experience in Human Resources with at least five years as manager or director with demonstrated strategic and operational knowledge of core HR fundamentals, including strategy, program management, and delivery of services and programs
Strong command of California and federal labor and employment law required
Ability to travel regularly throughout California and western states (up to 30%)
Proven success in employee lifecycle (recruiting, onboarding, performance management, talent development, talent management, compensation and total rewards)
Demonstrated experience building HR programs from the ground up and transforming HR programs into best-in-class status
Successful experience as part of a team that scaled or grew a business
Strong business acumen and a proven record of partnering with and influencing all levels of leadership across the firm to design and implement effective HR programs and services
Technologically adept and fluent in current technological trends including artificial intelligence and its application to human resources. Prior experience with HRMS or other technology implementations highly desired
Proficient in HRIS and payroll systems. Paylocity and Microsoft Dynamics preferred
Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite and document management tools. Experience supporting or leading HR or ERP software transitions
Benefits
Competitive compensation package (salary range available upon request).
Hybrid work schedule with flexibility and work-life balance.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement plans.
Company
Relate Search
Welcome to Relate Search, the purpose-driven search firm adding meaningful connection to executive and professional recruitment and interim and contract solutions.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Aaron Silbert, AIRS®Certified Recruiter
Partner – Executive Recruiter and Sales Operations
Beverly Dennison
Partner, Executive Recruiter
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