Director of Human Resources

Blue Sage Services

$75K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles
  • Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
  • Proven experience in fast-paced operational environments
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute HR strategies to align with growth objectives
  • Partner with leadership on organizational structure and talent strategy
  • Lead and mentor HR and recruiting teams
  • Drive initiatives to enhance company culture and employee engagement
  • Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations and performance management
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
  • Oversee HR systems and improve operational efficiency

Benefits

  • Flexible location with travel as needed
  • Opportunity to shape HR strategies in an evolving company
  • Support from executive leadership in a collaborative environment
  • Focus on employee development and engagement initiatives
  • Combination of office and field environments with diverse interactions
Full Job Description
Director of Human Resources

Location: Negotiable (Beaver, OK or Stillwater, OK) (with travel as needed)

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: VP of Talent & Culture

Position Summary

Blue Sage Services is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Human Resources to lead and elevate our people operations across all divisions. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing HR strategies that align with our company's growth, culture, and operational goals.

The Director of HR will serve as a key leader in driving workforce planning, talent development, compliance, employee relations, and organizational structure while reinforcing our core values and "Powered by People" culture. This position requires both high-level strategic thinking and the ability to execute day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced, field-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy
  • Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with Blue Sage Services' growth objectives and operational needs
  • Partner with executive leadership to support organizational structure, workforce planning, and long-term talent strategy
  • Lead and mentor HR and recruiting team members, ensuring accountability and performance
  • Drive initiatives that strengthen company culture, employee engagement, and retention


Employee Relations & Culture
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management
  • Promote a positive, high-performance culture aligned with Blue Sage Services core values
  • Lead employee engagement initiatives, communication strategies, and cultural development efforts


Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
  • Oversee HR-related policies, procedures, and documentation
  • Partner with Safety and Operations teams to support compliance across field and office personnel
  • Assist with audits, reporting, and regulatory requirements


Compensation, Benefits & Performance
  • Oversee compensation structures, benefits programs, and employee incentive plans
  • Ensure competitive and compliant pay practices across all roles
  • Lead performance management processes, including evaluations, growth plans, and personnel actions
  • Support career pathing and employee development initiatives


HR Operations & Systems
  • Oversee HR systems including onboarding, employee records, and performance tracking platforms (e.g., Paycom)
  • Ensure efficient onboarding processes and alignment between HR and recruiting functions
  • Maintain accurate employee data and reporting metrics
  • Continuously improve HR processes for scalability and efficiency


Training & Development
  • Develop and implement training programs that support leadership development, field training, and compliance
  • Support initiatives such as leadership training, mentorship programs, and workforce development
  • Identify skill gaps and create development pathways across the organization


Qualifications

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements
  • Proven experience managing HR functions in a fast-paced, operational environment
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills


Preferred
  • Experience in construction, heavy civil, or similar field-based industries - Preferred but not required
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification - Preferred but not required
  • Experience with HRIS and recruiting platforms (e.g., Paycom or similar systems)
  • Experience supporting multi-state operations


Core Competencies
  • Leadership & Accountability
  • Strategic Thinking & Execution
  • Communication & Influence
  • Organizational Development
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • Integrity & Confidentiality


Work Environment & Expectations
  • Combination of office and field support environment
  • Regular interaction with field personnel, leadership, and administrative teams
  • Ability to travel as needed to support operations and workforce needs
  • Must maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and responsiveness


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