Director, Human Resources

About NEEA 

The Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) is an alliance of more than 140 electric and natural gas utilities and energy efficiency organizations working on behalf of Northwest energy consumers to increase the adoption of energy-efficient products services and practices. Since 1997, the region has achieved more than 959 average megawatts (aMW) of Co-Created electric energy savings – the equivalent of enough energy to power more than 700,000 Northwest homes each year.   

NEEA welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and fields of expertise, with or without previous experience in the energy industry. 

Follow this link to our website and learn more about the organization. 

This position is based in the Portland, OR metro area, with a hybrid work location. We are looking for candidates who can meet the requirement of working at least 3 days per week onsite at NEEA’s office location. This position likely requires more days onsite per week than this minimum.  Finalists must have eligibility to work in the US as NEEA is not able to provide VISA sponsorship or have remote work outside of the US. 

Position Summary 

The Director of Human Resources proactively translates NEEA’s business strategies into HR solutions that both create business value and align with NEEA’s strategic goals. This individual will possess a deep understanding of the business model, diagnose organizational needs, connect and deploy team capabilities, and consult on operational strategies to improve business performance through people. This role leads programs and initiatives, champions the organization’s goals, and develops practical local solutions to advance NEEA’s workforce.  

The incumbent serves as a workforce expert and talent strategist who will address operational, talent, and talent lifecycle–related issues, including workforce planning, talent growth, change management, organizational development, employee relations, coaching, and work environment.   

The Director of HR is a member of, and trusted advisor to, the Executive Leadership Team, who ensures the quality of HR service delivery through effective collaboration with HR and Business Administration teams. This Director is expected to foster an environment of continuous improvement by motivating, mentoring, and developing others. 

Salary range: $140,000 - $160,000, exempt 

• Salary is based on the applicants Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. 

The Typical Day May Include… 

• Develop and oversee org- wide HR strategy - setting vision, clear goals, prioritization and accountability across all HR functions.  
• Lead and manage a team of people across all HR functions including Performance Management, Talent and Organization Development, Talent Acquisition, Succession, Total Rewards, Platforms, Strategy & Analytics, HR Legal & Compliance and Change Management strategies.  
• Clearly define the roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities for the HR team, and build their capabilities through supporting their growth and development. 
• Serve as a resource for employee relations issues. Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with all levels of staff. Provide counsel, advice, and support in resolving issues, disputes and other sensitive matters. Oversee and/or conduct workplace investigations and make recommendations regarding employment action. Ensure all matters are handled in a fair, consistent and lawful manner. 
• Develop and innovate a comprehensive compensation philosophy and structure that responds to the local labor market. Provide leadership for total rewards strategy, trends, and methodologies, while applying a sustained business and stewardship lens when developing compensation, benefits and people strategies. 
• Establish and maintain a strategic workforce development plan that aligns with business needs and attracts and retains high-performing talent. 
• Oversee management development strategies to ensure effective employee development. 
• Alongside the Executive Leadership Team, participate in organizational strategic planning and organization-wide program and policy initiatives, ensuring HR compliance and best practices are brought into the conversation. 
• Continuously diagnose the wellbeing of the organization responding with enterprise-wide development strategies ensuring changes are embedded through all systems and audiences across the business. 
• Drive continued human resources-related policy development, including employee handbook while maintaining a thorough knowledge of and ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations to minimize risk to the organization. 
• Oversee the People Operations team, providing supervision and prioritization of work and overseeing the HR budgeting and financial oversight. 
• Oversee all activities related to facilities management including relationship management with building owner/management company, lease management and negotiation, vendor management of contractors for office maintenance/improvements, and staff accommodations.   
• Coordinate with Finance and Accounting Department for organizational payroll, benefit deductions, and retirement plan requirements.   
• Select and manage Human Resources consultants, L&D contractors, insurance brokers, and other outside providers as needed. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

This is a supervisory position, managing people managers and individual contributors, ensuring that staff have clear work direction and guidance.  

What Inspires You? 

NEEA is seeking someone who is inspired by identifying and creating solutions to help the organization and all employees thrive. In this role, a top performer is inherently curious, seeking to understand complex problems that can deliver tangible results for the organization and its employees. An ideal candidate is just as inspired creating enterprise-wide solutions with the Executive Leadership Team as they are in meeting with individual staff and teams to understand where opportunities and barriers lie for them to thrive at NEEA. In this role the Director of HR balances compliance and best practices with organizational development and is someone who not only is inspired to set organizational-wide strategy but is passionate about rolling up their sleeves to ensure it is implemented effectively.   

Your Experience, Education, and Skills: 

• 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources positions and a minimum of 5 years in HR leadership roles. 
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business, or Organizational Development. 
• SPHR and/or SHRM-SCP certification required. 
• Certification in change management or equivalent proven experience preferred. 
• Broad knowledge and experience contributing to organization- wide strategy development. Articulately presenting plans and suggestions and comfortable managing complex issues and/or subjects. 
• Energized by change and unique challenges, with ample experience navigating ambiguity and helping others to as well. History of making large decisions with incomplete information and obtaining buy in from the org at large on these decisions. 
• Expertise at improving and developing HR best practices, ensuring they’re embraced by managers and individual contributors alike. Creating a positive work environment that welcomes and encourages employees to engage with HR for support as needed. 
• Proven ability to prioritize and plan work activities while maintaining flexibility and enthusiasm towards overall support of the team.  
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, able to dive into an extremely cross-functional work environment. Presenting ideas and business plans to various stakeholders, digesting feedback, and overcoming divergent views/opinions to continue making progress on a universal goal. 
• Deep experience handling confidential information and meeting HR related compliance requirements. 
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training that would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the successful performance of the essential job duties will also be considered. 

Highlights of NEEA’s Benefits: 

• 90% of medical/dental premiums paid by NEEA, including for dependents 
• Employer funded Health Savings Account 
• 136 hours of PTO/year 
• Automatic 6% retirement contribution with an additional 2% matching 
• Flexible work environment, including hybrid work location and 9/80 schedule options 
• Professional development opportunities 

NEEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Salary : $140,000 - $160,000