Job details
Salary $115,000 - $165,000 a year job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Master`s (preferred)
Human resources: 10 years (preferred)
Phr, sphr, shrm-cp or shrm-scp (preferred)
Us work authorization (preferred)
Full job description
Vicente sederberg llp has been at the leading edge of cannabis law and policy since the inception of the regulated cannabis industryWe help clients navigate cannabis, hemp and psychedelic laws and regulationsWe remain deeply involved in advocacy and pro bono work that reflects our core values of compassion, justice, diversity, liberty, and social responsibilityWe also help shape these policies, and we have an unparalleled track record of advancing the legal cannabis industry in a dynamic and responsible mannerAs rolling stone magazine put it, vs is “the country’s first powerhouse marijuana law firm.”
Our firm and many of our individual team members are widely recognized as leaders in cannabis law and policyVs isa top ranked law firm by chambers and partners usa in its `nationwide: cannabis law` practice category, and five of the firm`s partners are individually rankedFive vs partners were included in the national law journal`s annual list of `cannabis law trailblazers` in the first two years it was published, and business insider named vs one of `the top 7 law firms in cannabis, according to investors, startups and major companies in the booming industry.` we were also included in the 2020 list of `top cannabis law firms` compiled by green market report and cannabis law report.
Diversity is a core value at vicente sederberg llpWe are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for allWe believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutionsWe especially strive to include those who have been historically marginalized and/or impacted by the war on drugs.
Vicente sederberg is hiring a human resources director to lead and manage all aspects of human resources operations for the firmThe human resources director will have the unique opportunity to create and drive the human resources function for a fast-growing firm in an emerging and exciting industry.
Vicente sederberg offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance coverage; full-time employees and their dependents are covered 100% by vicente sederbergLife, ad&d, short term and long-term disability insurance plans are covered fully for our full-time employeesWe also offer a 401k with a 4% company match, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
Salary range: $115k - $165k
Responsibilities of our human resources director include but are not limited to:
Develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all firm personnel and partners on driving diversity, equity and inclusion efforts within the firm including but not limited to hr recruitment, retention, and dei training initiatives.
Applies a practical hr lens to the development of our strategic plans for diversity, equity, and inclusion to ensure that they positively and measurably improve the work environment and work force across all firm functions.
Inspires and engages the firm workforce across all geographic regions to achieve our vision, demonstrating a high-level of cultural competence and responsiveness.
Coordinates with individuals who are overseeing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts across the firm including, but not limited to, the director of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Plans, organizes and guides all activities of the hr departmentsParticipates in developing department goals, objectives and systems.
Guides and directs the workflow for the department including managing the human resources generalist.
Guides the bi-monthly payroll for the firm, ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws; provides support on questions and compliance.
Implements and updates the firm’s compensation program; rewrites job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys; analyzes compensation.
Develops, recommends, and implements company policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures; change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and continual re-evaluation of policies for accuracy and effectiveness.
Manages the benefits administration processWorks with the firm’s benefits brokers to prepare and execute annual open enrollment and to resolve benefits issues as needed.
Manages and conducts recruitment efforts for the firm; writes and places advertisements; works with managers to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checking; extends job offers; and conducts new-employee orientations.
Partners with managers and the firm partners to properly handle all employee relations issues in accordance with applicable laws.
Evaluates reports, decisions, and results of department initiatives in relation to established goalsRecommends to the firm’s partners and leadership new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
Maintains a working knowledge and ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws.
Establishes processes for proper execution of requests to external agencies to support proper and timely completion including: worker’s compensation claims, unemployment claims, verification of employment, etc.
Assists in conducting regular performance evaluation reviews and ensures retrieval of all documented performance reviews on timeConsolidates and summarizes the company-wide performance review results; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises, as necessary.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management or human resources required, m.b.a or master’s degree required· 10 + years of progressive human resources experience, preferably with experience across all aspects of hr.
Strong experience with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives including but not limited to building and leading diversity planning and retention initiatives.
Experience implementing programming across diverse and varied markets nationally or internationally with measurable outcomes.
Law firm/professional services experience preferred.
Phr, sphr, shrm-cp, or shrm-scp certification(s) preferred.
Shrm inclusive workplace specialty credential preferred or willingness to obtain.
Familiarity with applicable state and federal labor laws in colorado, california, florida, massachusetts, michigan, missouri, new jersey, new york and tennessee.
Experience with computers, scanners, printers, and conference equipment.
Experience with microsoft office suite and hris/ats/payroll systems.
Must have strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with clients, the public, and individuals at all levels of the organization in a positive, collaborative manner.
Exceptional organization skills, strong self-motivator with high attention to detail.
Excellent time and deadline management skills in fast paced environment, able to juggle multiple projects and reprioritize quickly and efficiently.
Excellent oral and written communication skills including familiarity with common legal terminology.
Experience managing and guiding priorities for hr team members.
Must be able to uphold highest standards of discretion and confidentiality and exercise good judgment on day-to-day decisions.
Vicente sederberg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job type: full-time
Pay: $115,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to friday
Supplemental pay:
Bonus pay
Application question(s):
Please describe your dei experience.
Education:
Master`s (preferred)
Experience:
Human resources: 10 years (preferred)
License/certification:
Phr, sphr, shrm-cp or shrm-scp (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
25% (preferred)
Work location:
Fully remote
Work location: remote
