Senior HR Business Partner

Description

This is an in-person role that will work from our office in Korbel, CA.

Who you are:

You are an experienced HR professional with 10+ years under your belt, preferably including time spent in union environments and participating in collective bargaining. You have a bachelor's degree in business, HR, or a related field (or equivalent work experience), and if you hold a HR certification, that is a definite plus! You are someone who thrives in dynamic environments, balancing strategic and operational HR work. Your toolkit includes strong knowledge of HR policies, processes, and administration, plus top-notch communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

You enjoy being a trusted resource for managers and employees alike—whether it is helping them navigate workforce planning, performance management, or employee relations. You value interacting with employees and building a positive and productive work culture. You are also passionate about training and development and have experience creating and delivering training to a variety of audiences.

What the job is:

This role is about aligning the HR strategy with business objectives with a primary focus on our California Timberlands and California Chip Dock locations. You will work closely with California leadership and the HR team to address employee and supervisory needs while also helping to maintain and enhance our strong union/management relationships. You’ll use your talents to lead the training and development goals of the company, both in development and delivery.

What you'll do:

• Partner with management to understand and address human resource needs, from workforce planning to training and culture building initiatives.
• Advise on employment law, company policies, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement for our California Timberlands.
• Serve as the CA HR representative in collective bargaining, drafting contract language and participating in negotiations.
• Support performance management by coaching managers and guiding the annual review process.
• Identify and deliver training programs company-wide, from compliance training to professional development courses.
• Be an active part of the operational HR team, including backing up staffing and recruiting processes and jumping in to help address employee needs in CA and in other divisions as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR practices and continuously look for ways to enhance our service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with employees, management, and external contacts, representing Green Diamond as a top employer.

What the department is like:

The HR team is collaborative, proactive, and uses our knowledge of the HR profession and our knowledge of the industry to partner closely with the business. We are a hands-on group that values getting to know our employees and creating a supportive, productive work environment. We work in a dynamic environment and every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. Everyone on the operational HR team has regional and company-wide responsibilities, making us adaptable and able to support each other.

Work environment:

This position is based in our Korbel, CA Timberlands office, with travel required to nearby operational locations and other sites as needed. You will also have the opportunity to attend training sessions, seminars, and company events. Be prepared to occasionally tour logging operations and other active sites.

Compensation:

Annual Salary Range: $101,350 - $152,000. The pay range listed is just one component of Green Diamond’s total compensation package. Other rewards include eligibility to receive a company-wide annual financial performance bonus, and the opportunity to receive an individual performance-based bonus, candidate referral bonuses, and spot bonuses.

Green Diamond offers generous benefits including medical/vision and dental, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan with match and profit sharing, and an employee assistance program. Reimbursements for work related safety equipment, and wellness. Paid time off includes nine designated and up to two floating (personal) holidays, minimum ten days’ vacation (or per policy based on experience), ten days sick leave, 30 days parental leave, five days bereavement, jury duty, one volunteer day, and five days family care. Cell phone reimbursement for business use. More benefits information can be found at GreenDiamond.com.

Who Green Diamond is:

We grow and nurture forests, a renewable resource to build homes, schools, and household necessities, harnessing carbon every single day we operate. We are a family-owned company that is guided by our values of environmental stewardship and supporting our local communities. We do what is right, even when it is the harder path to follow. We focus on the health and safety of our people first – by taking care of all our resources, we plan to be here for another 130 years.