Director, Human Resources

Buckland is looking for a Director of Human Resources. This position is responsible for planning, leading, directing, developing, and coordinating the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource (HR) department, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization's mission and talent strategy across all lines of business. They are responsible for translating business needs into integrated human resource solutions to fully leverage employee capability within Canada, the US, and Mexico, to deliver excellent, consistent, sustainable performance over the long term.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary, benefits package, and matching retirement plan. Compensation range: $140,000 – $180,000 annually (subject to experience).
• A friendly, collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development & ongoing learning.
• A chance to be part of a growing organization.
• Remote work arrangement available for applicants who are not local to a Buckland office.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing leadership and oversight to HR policies, standards, and procedures ensuring alignment with the Company's vision, mission, and values.
• Collaborating with senior leadership to understand the organization's goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
• Planning, leading, developing, coordinating, and implementing policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys.
• Developing and executing practices for hiring and talent management, ensuring the organization is compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Planning and overseeing the delivery of annual Corporate HR initiatives related to Performance Management, Talent Planning, Culture Change, Communications, Compensation, and Rewards.
• Exhibiting superior written and verbal communication skills including representing the organization at various events, conferences, and other public/private settings.
• Having a strong background using Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook to analyze data, track progress, create reports, and strategize.
• Being adaptable to manage crises and emergencies in a fast-paced work environment ensuring decision making holds the values of protecting the organization's values and reputation.
• Demonstrating superior level of organization and time management skills in order to set clear goals and expectations.
• Leading cross-functional groups by developing a result-driven environment to deliver successful projects and mandates ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve service quality and efficiency.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Fostering and embodying transparent communication, encouraging self-awareness and growth with staff and teams for optimal cohesion.
• Promoting an environment where teams are encouraged to try new things to continuously drive innovation and growth.
• Mentoring, coaching, training, and developing talent for succession in a scaling company.
• Leading by example and holding self and others to their commitments.
• Providing structure and long-term direction to the Operations department.
• Supervising staff, including hiring, reviewing performance, recommending salary increases, promotions, transfers, demotions, or terminations.

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, or a related field required.
• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration (MBA), Organizational Leadership, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
• Minimum 10 years of human resource management experience required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Advanced knowledge in MS Office.
• Clear understanding of employment legislation in Canada, the USA, and Mexico.
• Project management and people management capabilities to work on transformational projects, strategic programs, and implementing best practices.
• Advanced knowledge of HR concepts, policies, and practices acquired through formal academic training and/or relevant years of experience within HR areas of expertise.
• Problem-solving skills, ability to determine root cause of complex issues and arrive at sound HR business solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills to work effectively with all employees at every level.
• Must be legally eligible to work for the Company at all times.
• Ability and desire to travel (approximately 25%) to all company offices and client meetings in Canada, the USA, and Mexico.