About MGE
MGE Underground is a growing utility infrastructure contractor serving utility companies from our Paso Robles headquarters and regional hubs throughout California. Our mission is to support our clients’ expanding utility and infrastructure requirements by positioning MGE as the leading provider of innovative construction solutions at the best value.
Our Core Values
Safety | Continuous Development | Respect | Integrity | Performance | Trust | Fun
How You Can Make an Impact
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for day-to-day HR operations, including areas such as onboarding, employee data management, HR metrics, employee relations, policies & compliance, and employee engagement. The Director will lead the following positions: HR Advisor, HR Generalist, Recruiter, HR Coordinator and HR Assistants. As a team, the HR Department will work to positively impact our company through consistent high-level performance and continuous improvement. This position will direct and collaborate with other programs such as compensation, benefits, performance management, recruiting, training & development. This role must be a leading example of MGE’s core values.
How You Will Contribute-
Provide leadership and guidance on employee relations, collective bargaining matters, and employment decisions involving both union and non-union employees.
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Lead the company’s compensation strategy, overseeing pay structures and bands, monitoring internal equity, and ensuring compensation practices support organizational objectives and market competitiveness.
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Partner with legal counsel and executive leadership to oversee employment-related legal matters, manage risk, and provide leadership with timely updates and recommendations regarding significant issues and case status.
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Partner with senior leadership to develop and oversee the organization’s workforce and talent strategy, aligning current and future staffing needs with recruiting, retention, succession planning, and overall business objectives.
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Provide oversight and strategic guidance for talent acquisition efforts, partnering with the HR Advisor and Recruiter to support staffing needs and ensure effective recruitment and selection practices.
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Plan, lead, develop, coordinate, and implement policies, processes, training, and initiatives, to support the organization’s human resource compliance and strategy needs.
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Facilitate professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
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Provide leadership and support to the HR team, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation, investigations, and terminations.
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Oversee employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
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Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
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Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
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Performs other duties as required.
What You Bring to the Table-
Knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, recruitment, organization development, employee relations, safety, employee engagement, and employee development.
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Must be a team player with excellent leadership skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; HRIS Systems.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
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Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Your Prior Experience
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A minimum of 10 years of verifiable human resource management experience overseeing a HR department.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR-Human Resources or related field preferred.
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PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
Our Competitive Package
Pay: $150,000.00 -$250,000.00 annually.
This pay range is our competitive compensation at the time of this job posting. Your pay will be determined based on experience, education, skills, and applicable knowledge.
Above and Beyond Benefits
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Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
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401K
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10 paid company holidays
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Flexible Time-off Policy that promotes a culture of freedom and responsibility for paid time-off.
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Multiple monitors, standing desks, and other ergonomic equipment to match your work style.
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Monthly birthday celebrations, team lunches, company-wide employee recognition events, and other employee engagement opportunities.
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Employer-sponsored learning/career development opportunities and conferences/seminars.
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Employee Assistance Program: no-cost counseling, legal consultation, financial consultation, ID recovery, emotional well-being resources, dependent care resources, and crisis consultation.
Additional Information
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Affirmative Action/EEO: MGE Underground is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristics.
Pre-Employment and Physical Requirements
Successful applicants must pass a drug screen and background check before beginning employment.
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Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Other Duties
Your duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on the company’s needs.
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