About Us
Pina Vineyard Management is a full-service vineyard management and development company with deep roots in the Napa Valley. Based in Rutherford, California, our headquarters sits in the heart of the valley, reflecting our long and storied history. For more than 50 years, we have had the privilege of farming throughout Napa Valley, developing and caring for some of the region’s finest vineyards.
We pride ourselves on fostering a positive workplace culture built on teamwork, performance, and development at all levels.
Position Summary
We are seeking a bilingual, hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead all HR functions for our farm labor contracting operations in the Napa Valley. This critical role serves as a trusted resource for the entire organization, building relationships grounded in trust, respect, and integrity. You will manage the full spectrum of HR department activities—including policy implementation, benefits administration, payroll compliance, talent acquisition, employee relations, and health and safety programs. Because our diverse workforce includes a high percentage of Spanish-speaking, seasonal employees, full professional bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
Key Responsibilities
HR Leadership & Employee Relations
- Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and managers across the organization.
- Develop, translate, and enforce company best practices, policies, and the employee handbook.
- Advise leadership on employee relations, performance management, and organizational health.
- Lead workplace investigations, handle documentation, and support managers with constructive coaching and corrective action processes.
- Manage all HR vendor relationships, including our HRIS and benefits brokers.
Compliance, Payroll & Benefits
- Maintain ultimate responsibility for payroll accuracy, reviewing timekeeping, piece-rate tracking, and payroll reports.
- Ensure absolute compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, specifically California agricultural wage and hour regulations (overtime, meal/rest breaks).
- Manage employee leaves of absence (FMLA, CFRA, state programs) and navigate the interactive process for reasonable accommodations.
- Administer employee benefits programs, coordinate renewals with brokers, and handle compensation benchmarking.
Health, Safety & Risk Management
- Ensure full compliance with Cal/OSHA and agricultural safety standards.
- Own Workers’ Compensation administration, managing claims and coordinating with carriers to support employee recovery.
- Oversee safety programs and deliver essential training (e.g., heat illness prevention, field sanitation) in both English and Spanish.
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Develop and execute seasonal and full-time recruitment strategies for our farm labor workforce.
- Conduct interviews, onboarding, and orientations in the employees' preferred language (English or Spanish) to ensure clear performance expectations.
Role Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in an HR leadership or supervisory role.
- Language: Fully bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (written and verbal) is required. You must be comfortable delivering training and conducting sensitive meetings in both languages.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong familiarity with current California and federal labor laws. Experience with agricultural workforces, farm labor contracting (FLC), or H-2A programs is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with HRIS/Payroll systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Core Competencies: High ethical standards, excellent conflict-resolution skills, ability to work independently, and a proven track record of building trusting relationships across a diverse workforce.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Directly manages 2–3 positions, including payroll and safety specialists (subject to change based on operational needs).
Work Conditions & Physical Demands
- Environment: Split between a standard office environment and active vineyard sites, resulting in regular exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and inclement weather.
- Physical Activity: Regularly requires sitting for extended periods, operating a computer, and typing. Requires the ability to stand or walk up to 20% of the time, occasionally over uneven or rocky vineyard terrain. Must be able to lift/move up to 25 pounds.
- Schedule: Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support seasonal demands.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package
- The opportunity to lead and shape the HR footprint of a historic, family-aligned Napa Valley business
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Pina Vineyard Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Pay: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
