Human Resources Director

The Company:

World Energy is a low-carbon solution provider enabling world leading companies to meet their net-zero commitments. With operations in sustainable aviation fuel, clean hydrogen, advanced biofuels, and now pioneering decarbonization as a service, World Energy is collaborating to confront the biggest decarbonization challenges in the hardest-to-abate sectors. For over 25 years World Energy has been at the forefront of commercializing new renewable fuels and is now developing new capital projects to push the frontier of clean energy at scale.

Driving change can only come from people and teams committed to the relentless and passionate pursuit of better ways to power the work that needs to get done. World Energy is built on trust, authenticity, and transparency. We respect our common humanity and the power that comes from what makes each of us unique. We believe that passion and collaboration are the keys to accomplishing great things and strive to be a force for good. Our teammates are at the core of our mission driven culture.

Job Summary:

As the lead for the 2-person HR team, the HR Director will be critical in ensuring the company is prepared to continue to meet its business goals ‘through the people’! We’re looking for a hands on HR Director that is comfortable in a player/coach model to oversee all HR functions, including recruitment, compensation, benefits, performance management, and employee development. The ideal candidate must have solid leadership skills and a track record of successfully implementing HR strategies and practices in a manner that facilitates the business objectives.

Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement HR strategies that align with company goals

· Manage all recruitment and selection for World Energy; create efficient processes, generate candidate pool ensuring a diverse slate for every role; assess candidates and ensure only top talent is hired

· Create individualized assimilation planning for all new hires to increase full efficacy of new hire

· Create talent ‘brand’ both internally and externally

· Lead compensation pay practices to ensure competitive packages, pay equity and alignment with World Energy’s business model and strategy

· Lead employee engagement and culture practices that align with and facilitate business strategy

· Establish a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits policy and practices

· Continue to evolve performance management systems and practices to manage employee productivity and performance effectively

· Develop learning and development programs to address teammate growth and professional development as well as future capabilities needed

· Proactively and reactively deal with employee relations issues to cultivate a positive, highly productive and respectful workplace culture

· Oversee HR Compliance and ensure all strategies, policies and practices comply with labor laws and regulations

· Oversee immigration philosophy and practices; support processes with materials and guidance necessary

· Create and execute a DEI program that aligns with World Energy’s overall business objectives, company culture and teammate desires.

Required Skills and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in HR, Psychology, or Business Administration

· MBA or related advanced degree preferred.

· SHRM – CP, or SHRM – SCP certification preferred.

· 10 + years of HR experience, with experience in all facets of HR; managerial experience a must.

· Self-starter who takes the initiative and works effectively individually or as part of a team with strong collaboration skills

· Practical understanding of organizational structures, functions, change management and practices to cultivate a more effective organization

· High proficiency with recruitment strategies, processes, assessment techniques and experience driving the right talent into the organization

· Well-developed written/verbal communication skills are required

· Knowledge of and experience with all types of benefit plans and designs

· Knowledgeable in creating competitive compensation packages and incentives aligned with both internal and external standards

· Strong knowledge of labor and employment laws

· Knowledge of DISC and/or other assessment tools preferred

· Ability to influence leaders at all levels to take a course of action that will be beneficial to the company and teammates

· Experience with leadership development programs and execution

· Ability to manage a variety of situations while maintaining a positive work environment

· Experience with DEI planning and execution to align with company business objectives

· Ability to think strategically, problem-solve, and make sound business decisions

· Advanced knowledge of HR operations and how they align with the company’s overall business strategy

· Experience with strategies and techniques to manage employee performance to increase productivity and help achieve organizational objectives.

· Knowledge of and experience with data analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of HR and make data-driven decisions

· Track record of successfully impacting a complex business strategy and achieving organizational objectives through the people.

Equal Opportunity Policy

World Energy, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected Veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected characteristic.