Human Resource and Cultural Wellness Director
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Job Summary: Watershed Progressive, a leading landscape design-build firm specializing in greywater and blackwater reuse, rain gardens, and water storage solutions, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Human Resource and Cultural Wellness Director to join our team. This role is integral to our mission of fostering an inclusive, sustainable, and collaborative workplace environment across our offices in the Sierra Nevada and Ojai, California.

The Human Resource and Cultural Wellness Director will help lead our HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. Additionally, this role will champion cultural wellness initiatives that promote employee well-being, diversity, and a positive organizational culture aligned with our values of water conservation and environmental stewardship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
• Manage the recruitment and selection process to attract, hire, and retain top talent.
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance.
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management.
• Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation, and preservation of human capital.
• Cultivate a positive working environment and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and oversee wellness programs and initiatives that enhance employee well-being and work-life balance.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all HR practices and organizational policies.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers and employees on HR-related matters.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven working experience as an HR manager or other HR executive.
• People-oriented and results-driven.
• Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics.
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases.
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
• Experience in promoting wellness and cultural initiatives within an organization.

Watershed Progressive is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Join us in our mission to make the world a better place through innovative water conservation and reuse solutions. Apply today to be part of our dedicated and passionate team.

Benefits include:

·Remote work, with occasional travel/One Annual Staff Retreat required.

·Healthcare stipend

·Annual training funds

·11 Paid holidays

·Vacation and sick time.

·401K Retirement Plan

Who Should Apply: Anyone who is qualified including Women, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and other people from communities traditionally underrepresented in the environmental sectors. We are seeking resolute people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at Watershed Progressive to apply for this role.

About Watershed Progressive:

Connecting communities with their watersheds through integrated strategies for a healthy, resilient future. Watershed Progressive is an innovative, watershed-solutions-based firm working on integrated water strategies and regenerative landscape design. Through collaborative projects, we integrate tools like greywater reuse, rainwater harvesting, and stormwater management to achieve many benefits including water conservation, hazard mitigation, community water security, and watershed and community health. Our work is rooted in technical knowledge, holistic design, and personal relationships. Join our team of Environmental Scientists, Ecologists, Engineers, Planners, Landscape Architects, and Field/Construction staff to help build and enhance thriving communities.