Director of People and Culture

Company Description

TRUEWERK, based in Denver, Colorado, is reimagining life and work in the trades by engineering the world’s most technically-advanced, high-performance workwear. Today’s trade professionals rely on workwear that keeps them safe, comfortable, and capable of working at their best.

By innovating technical fabrics that provide unmatched performance in hot weather or layer together in cold and inclement weather, TRUEWERK is proud to support the men and women across the trades who build tomorrow. TRUEWERK services customers in the US and Canada on TRUEWERK.com and Amazon, and outfits businesses via its enterprise uniform program.

With a current team of approximately 40 employees, TRUEWERK is on a growth trajectory and passionate about developing our people and culture to contribute to our mission.

, Job Description

As our Director of People & Culture, your role will be at the heart of shaping our organization's success through your expertise as an internal coach, culture cultivator, and talent developer. In this pivotal position, you will lead and implement initiatives to nurture a positive work environment, coach individuals to unleash their full potential, and champion a vibrant company culture.

If you are passionate about fostering professional growth, building strong teams, and contributing to a highly engaged and inclusive workplace, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact.

You will also be responsible for building an exceptional talent and culture-focused human resource function within the organization, including but not limited to: talent acquisition, orientation and onboarding, employee engagement and retention, performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits, policies and procedures, and employee relations.

The position will be an integral member of the leadership team and contribute to company-wide planning and decision making. You will report directly to the CEO and also supervise the Office Manager who will provide administrative HR support. The ideal candidate will have a passion for talent development, coaching, and building a vibrant company culture and foundational experience in building on and managing a human resources function in a small but growing organization.

The position will be based in Denver, CO and work primarily in-office, with occasional flexibility to work remotely. Truewerk operates with structured hybrid work. The vision is for this position to be accessible and available to employees in-office a minimum of 2 days/week, plus be in-office for 4 days during company’s monthly “hot week.”

Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000 per year base salary

What You’ll Do

Human Resources Leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor and partner, providing guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters, including employee relations, performance and career development
• Develop and implement HR solutions aligned with the company’s goals and objectives, ensuring that HR practices promote a positive and productive work culture Partner in the creation of strategies and plans connected to company culture, organizational structure, organizational development, HR plans that align to business goals, and change management
• Interface with external HR service providers, ensuring seamless coordination and communication (in conjunction with senior leadership)
• Ensure sound HR policies and practices that align with company culture
• Supervise a full time Office Manager
  
  

Talent Development and Coaching

• Design and implement talent development programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities
• Act as an internal coach, providing guidance and support to employees at various levels
• Identify training needs, create development plans, and monitor progress to ensure continuous growth
• Utilize Predictive Index to optimize team and talent awareness and capabilities
  
  

Company Culture Building

• Cultivate and promote a positive and inclusive organizational culture
• Develop initiatives that align with company values and contribute to a cohesive and engaged workforce
• Organize team-building activities, events, and recognition programs to strengthen the sense of belonging
• Conduct measurable employee opinion surveys and facilitate action planning to address opportunities
  
  

Talent Acquisition

• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and ensure alignment with company goals
• Oversee the talent acquisition process, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding
• Contribute to the development of recruitment strategies to attract top talent
• Oversee orientation and onboarding, with support from Office Manager
  
  

Performance Management

• Develop and implement effective performance management process, ensuring clear communication of expectations and objectives
• Provide guidance to managers on performance reviews, feedback, and development plans Implement performance improvement plans with Managers as needed, and monitor outcomes and follow up
• Establish approaches for recognition and celebration of exceptional performance
• Oversee separation process and conduct exit interviews
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Establish and manage compensation programs, ensuring competitive offerings and alignment with organizational goals
• Manage employee benefit programs, including enrollment, communication and vendor management, to provide competitive and cost-effective benefits to employees
• Manage leave of absences, workers’ compensation
  
  

, Qualifications

Experience & Education

• Passion for talent development, coaching, and building a vibrant company culture
• Proven experience in talent development, coaching, and culture and team building
• Must have: Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in HR roles, including management of full scope of HR functions
• Must have: A proven track record partnering with leadership and building and managing a Human Resources function and team during a period of growth
• Strongly preferred: Exposure to eCommerce, DTC (direct to consumer), or consumer goods helpful, particularly for a disruptive brand
• HR certification (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) or commensurate education relevant to the field
• Experience with talent acquisition, performance management, employee engagement, and employee relations
  
  

Technical Skills

• Ability to analyze and present data to various audiences
• Advanced Google Sheets (preferred) or Microsoft Excel skills
• Federal (US), state (Colorado), and local (Denver) employment law knowledge required
• Multi-state labor law familiarity preferred to support our growing remote workforce
• Proficiency with performance management and HRIS software; Trinet / Zenefits a plus
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices
• Experience with The Predictive Index a plus
  
  

Key Characteristics

• Outgoing, people oriented, persuasive
• A self-confident, social style that can enliven, engage and positively impact individuals and groups
• Poise and an engaging, empathetic communication style based on natural warmth and enthusiasm
• Enjoys driving toward results and is a motivated and motivating team builder
• Has a sincere appreciation for people and how they are uniquely motivated
• Thrives on opportunities to influence, taking the initiative, and being self-directed
  
  

Work Environment

• Truewerk is fast-paced and results-oriented
• We lean into cooperative, collaborative decision-making
• This role requires regularly meeting and proactively establishing relationships with groups
• Much of our team is distributed, most of the time
• Candidates for this role should have the ability to work in-office 2-4 days each week
  
  

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some candidates, including women and people of color, are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Truewerk we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience or education doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Additional Information

Why Truewerk

• 100% paid employee Health Care coverage for Colorado employees with equivalent contribution to ICHRA for employees located outside Colorado
• 100% paid employee Dental coverage and optional Vision coverage, nationwide
• Affordable coverage for dependents and domestic partners
• Optional Truewerk-funded HSA account
• Employer-paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability coverage
• Optional Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Automatic monthly technology stipend
• Flexible Vacation Policy - and we use it!
• Yearly Bonus based on personal and company performance
• Workwear for youand discounts for friends and family
• Fun, casual, open-office environment
• Opportunities to work from home
• Flexible schedules; we honor what matters in your life
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
  
  

Truewerk is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws

Applications for this role are expected to be accepted through August 30, 2024