Scaroni Family of Companies Hiring for Director of Human Resources at Salinas, CA Full Time

Director of Human Resources

Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications

Position Overview:

We are a large California agricultural producer with offices in Salinas California, and Heber California searching for a Director of Human Resources. This position will be responsible for directing all of the people functions of the corporation in accordance with the policies and practices of the company, the regulations and administrative rulings of governmental organizations and other regulatory and advisory authorities and organizations.

As a strategic partner, acts as a consultant to the executive management team on human capital related matters, which may include staffing, employee productivity, base compensation, incentive systems, workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, professional development, employee engagement and retention.

Requires a minimum of 20 percent of time spent in the production areas “on the farm” interacting, training, mentoring, across the pulse of the workforce, advocate union free pro-company work environment.

Responsible for the implementation of occupational health education and safety programs for the company and its employees. Oversight of directing staff to effectively provide education and training efforts to include but are not limited to providing: on-site field safety audits, and agricultural safety training for example: First Aid and CPR,

Pesticide Safety Training, Heat Illness Prevention Training, Moving Equipment and Hand Safety.

Serves as the resident expert in safety and workers’ compensation by developing and implementing procedures that effectively control accidents and health exposures and minimize OSHA citations and reduce workers’ compensation costs; assumes full responsibility for accident reporting and accident investigation. Works closely with other department personnel to ensure accidents are reported within the time limit defined by the company and by law.

Completes all required documentation to ensure compliance with state, federal, and other regulatory agencies.

Responsible for field human resources including but not limited to training, wage and hour, new hire processing, cash advances, payroll and all other human resources related issues.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources/Development, Safety, Industrial Hygiene or other related degree and a minimum of ten years applicable experience.

Knowledge and expertise in Human Resources and Safety Compliance laws, procedures and regulations.

Knowledge and expertise in Workers’ Compensation laws and practices.

Ability to plan, strategize, prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.

Proficiency in the English language, verbal and written and ability to communicate with team members and inter- company personnel in English and Spanish.

Knowledge and proficiency of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, electronic mail, FAMOUS, and other word and spreadsheet programs highly desirable

Oversight responsibility for the H2A department and process.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position manages all employees of the HR, H2A, Safety and Workers Compensation departments and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within those departments.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Other Requirements:

Valid Driver License; Acceptable Driving Record (must meet minimum criteria to be covered on company’s auto insurance policy)

First Aid / CPR Train the Trainer; Pesticide Safety Train the Trainer; OSHA General Industry Certification preferred

Travel Requirements: Position requires extended travel throughout various locations in Yuma, Arizona and throughout California and other Company locations.

Job Type: Full-time exempt

Benefits: 401(k); Dental insurance; Health insurance; Paid time off; Vision insurance

Relocation assistance may be available

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Must have availability nights and weekends

Experience: Human Resources: 10 years (Preferred)

Language: Spanish (Required)

License/Certification: Human Resources and Safety Compliance laws (Preferred)

Work Location: Salinas CA or Heber CA; Work Remotely: No

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 – $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Salinas, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)

Work Location: In person