Director of Human Resources

$141,800 - $198,500/Yr

Society Of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers - Bellingham, WA

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Bellingham, WA

501-1,000 employees

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About the position

The Director of Human Resources at SPIE is a senior-level position responsible for leading and executing a comprehensive range of HR functions to support the organization's mission of advancing light-based research and technology. This role involves strategic development, policy implementation, and management of HR activities, ensuring compliance and fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of HR functions including policy, processes, management, and staff support.
• Implement and administer all HR activities such as recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, and training.
• Partner with C-suite, Directors, and Board Committees to develop short and long-term HR plans that align with SPIE's business goals.
• Manage a high volume of HR tasks independently while driving SPIE culture and ensuring compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience) required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience covering the full range of human resources activities, with at least five years in a leadership capacity.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience required.
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification required.

Nice-to-haves

• Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Pay range $141,800 to $198,500.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental & vision benefits provided (100% employer paid premium for the employee, 75% employer paid premium for the dependents).
• Retirement: Defined retirement contribution with an automatic 5% contribution and up to 5% matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off plan.
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development opportunities.