Human Resources Director (Director of Human Resources)

About us

Headquartered in Colorado, with locations in Arizona, California, Illnois, Kansas, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wisconsin, Brown Strauss, Inc. is one of the largest distributors of wide flange beams and structural steel tubing in the United States. In addition to providing competitive compensation and benefit packages, Brown-Strauss Steel provides eligible employees the ability to participate in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Proudly employee-owned since 1996!

Summary:

The Human Resource Director oversees the overall strategic direction, planning, coordination, administration and evaluation of the human resources function for a multi-site, multi-state organization. The Human Resource Director is responsible for developing and ensuring effective implementation of plans, systems, policies and processes for workforce planning, talent acquisition, talent management and development, employee engagement, legal compliance and recordkeeping, employee relations, total rewards (compensation and benefits), and payroll. This position requires a true strategic business partner who is collaborative and capable of building consensus and commitment toward shared outcomes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Partner with the leadership team to understand the organization's vision, mission and goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
• Plan, lead, develop, coordinate, and implement policies, processes, training and initiatives to support the organization's human resource compliance and strategy needs.
• Identify ways to increase staff retention and productivity, including strategies to enhance employee engagement, leadership and staff development, regular feedback and coaching, career pathing, and promoting a coherent organizational culture that positions Brown Strauss as an “employer of choice.”
• Administer or oversee the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to: compensation, benefits (including an ESOP), leave management, corrective action and disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, and morale, occupational health and safety, DOT compliance, and training and development.
• Identify staffing and recruiting needs; develop and execute best practices for hiring and talent management.
• Conduct research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organization's human resource information system (HRIS).
• Monitor and ensure the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review and modify policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; apply this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to senior management.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance feedback.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and Payroll systems.
• Ability to travel to multiple sites in mulitiplemultiple states.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• At least five years of Human Resource Management experience required.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Experience with and/or knowledge of California labor laws preferred.
• Spanish language proficiency not required, but helpful.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Aurora, CO 80011: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aurora, CO 80011