Vice President, Human Resources*

Bristol Bay Native Corporation (BBNC) is recruiting for a Vice President (VP) of Human Resources (HR) to join our corporate office. This position leads HR strategic development and tactical execution across the enterprise in support of BBNC’s mission.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Include but are not limited to the following:

• Partner with corporate and subsidiary management to shape subsidiary and corporate-wide business strategy. Develop supporting workforce strategies and lead tactical execution.
• Drive HR initiatives for all aspects of the organization to include organization design and effectiveness, staffing, succession planning, employee relations, performance management, employee engagement, retention, all employee benefits including self-funded insurance plan, Federal Employee Health Benefit plan an deferred compensation plan, compensation, leadership & professional development, affirmative action and employee communications.
• Ensure the corporation and its subsidiaries comply with corporate values and federal, state, and local regulations by developing, implementing, and managing compliance with corporate policies and practices. Assist subsidiary companies to develop and deploy complementary policies and practices.
• Identify the desired Bristol Bay Native Corporation employer image in the labor market. Work with subsidiary companies to develop complementary corporate-wide recruitment and retention strategies to identify, attract, engage, and retain top talent, to include building a robust shareholder talent pipeline.
• Actively support shareholder hire and development initiatives.
• Advise and coach corporate and subsidiary managers and employees on all matters related to employee and organizational development.
• Partner with the CFO and other executive management at the corporate office to set workforce labor budgets.
• Provide direct human resources support to the corporate office, to include organizational structure, recruiting, employee relations, employee development, performance management and compensation.
• Partner with corporate and subsidiary senior leaders to create and support an inclusive environment focused on open communication, diversity, and professional growth opportunities.
• Lead and mentor the corporate HR team.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is required, Master's degree preferred.
• Ten years’ of experience in Human Resources, with at least five years of strategic oversight in a senior HR leadership position. Experience must include demonstrable success of strategic oversight and implementing and managing Human Resources policies, programs, and practices across the spectrum of Human Resources functions.
• Ability to travel extensively and on short notice throughout Alaska and across the US.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Professional certifications to include SPHR and SHRM-SCP.
• Experience managing a Federal Employee Health Benefit program, self-funded medical plan, 401(k) plan and deferred compensation plan.
• Experience managing positions included in the Davis Bacon Act and FCCA.
• Experience working within the Alaska economy, preferably with or for an Alaska Native Corporation.
• Experience working in a corporate-subsidiary business model.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Change management – proven ability to manage change in a fast-paced, growth environment with the flexibility to adapt to meet the needs of the organization.
• Leadership skills – demonstrated ability to manage teams, individuals, and external resources, and adept at partnering with other organizational leaders.
• Mentoring – able to mentor peers, subordinates, and Shareholders in career development and effective workforce leadership.
• Communications skills – able to achieve desired results by excelling in persuasive, motivational, and documentary writing; large and small group presentations and work session facilitation; and direct interpersonal interactions with BBNC leaders, employees, and outside resources.
• Analytically adept – able to assess large amounts of data from across the corporation to identify trends, strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities.
• Strategic & analytical thinking – able to use data, expertise, and collaboration with other stakeholders to shape effective strategies and determine a best course of action.
• Project management expertise – able to manage multiple projects individually and through others through effective planning, resource use, and leadership.
• Effective use of technology – familiar with technology for supporting management and communications, to include internet resources and applications; human resources information systems, performance management applications; report writing and analysis; and the Microsoft office suite, to include Project, Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

OTHER ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be willing and able to travel and work beyond regular business hours, including weekends and with short notice. Regular travel to and within the Bristol Bay region on small aircraft.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent sitting with occasional bending and lifting of up to 25 pounds. Effectively use a computer.

Most work performed in a professional office facility. Must be able to fly on large commercial and light single-engine aircraft, in arctic conditions.

This position will be open until filled.

Hiring preference will be given to BBNC shareholders/descendants/spouses and Alaska Natives in accordance with Public Law 93-638.