Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director

Position Description

Date Issued:

November 2026

Department:

Human Resources

Reports to:

General Counsel

Direct Reports:

Yes

Location:

Van Nuys, CA

Position Purpose:

The Human Resources Director will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate activities around building a high-performance workforce that embraces Capstone Energy+'s commitment to making the impossible possible by daring greatly. Building a strong, trust-based culture that fosters healthy conflict, commitment, and accountability is necessary to achieve extraordinary results. This role leads all aspects of Capstone's U.S. human capital strategy, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, training and development, health and safety, and HR technology, and serves as a trusted partner to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

HR Leadership & Strategy

• Oversee the daily workflow of the HR department and lead culture and talent development initiatives.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to drive strategy and support Human Capital strategies, including talent growth and performance management.
• Work closely with the CEO to develop corporate culture and talent assessment, and to drive values and the overall communication plan.
• Drive constructive and timely performance evaluations across the organization.
• Own and maintain Organizational Development Models for all departments, working with the SLT to refine and improve their respective organizations.

Talent Acquisition, Onboarding & Early Talent

• Lead recruiting efforts and ensure hiring managers are hiring for fit and the ability to embrace the Company's Core Values, Culture, and Destination Statement.
• Lead and drive the onboarding and orientation program that provides a solid foundation for new employees.
• Lead internship efforts by developing relationships with trade schools and universities and participating in job fairs.
• Apply for and obtain government grants for programs related to recruitment, training, and R&D.
• Develop a keen understanding of the labor market in terms of compensation and the availability of resources and skill-based talent.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Technology

• Lead annual salary planning and develop compensation tools and strategies to inspire, retain, and grow talent.
• Assess and refine the Healthcare and 401(k) programs; make recommendations to the CEO and CFO on program changes, balancing employee benefits, cost, and strategic alignment.
• Responsible for all HR IT platforms to ensure smooth operation, efficiency, and best value.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Handle sensitive employee matters such as disciplinary actions, workforce reductions, and work share programs.
• Mediate between management and staff on conflicts and disputes, and navigate changes to federal and state labor and employment laws.
• Perform exit interviews and provide feedback to the CEO and SLT members as appropriate.
• Chair the Health & Safety Committee; track and report health and safety statistics (accidents, costs, etc.) and work with the EH&S leader to ensure appropriate safety training is provided to all employees.

Learning & Development

• Own and continuously improve corporate training programs, whether required by law or for talent development, focusing on content and value so that Capstone delivers the best training at the lowest possible cost.

HR Metrics & Reporting

• Run KPI reports, including the Headcount Waterfall Report and the Hourly Labor Report (hours worked, straight time costs, overtime hours and costs) with appropriate metrics.
• Own and deliver a monthly attrition report, including explanations for departures and additions.

Culture & Engagement

• Create and chair social committee initiatives and activities that build "outside work" teamwork and relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business management, organizational development, philosophy, or psychology; Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or Labor Relations is a plus.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of proven experience in the human resources field with growth responsibilities and demonstrated strategy experience.
• Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification.
• Ability or experience in understanding complicated manufacturing business disciplines in engineering, manufacturing, sales, service, finance, and marketing.

Skills & Abilities - Required

• A strong "eye for talent."
• Ability to balance the needs of the organization and its workforce.
• Empathy (not sympathy), good judgment, and exceptional communication abilities.
• Strong working knowledge of California and U.S. federal employment law, with the ability to learn and apply the requirements of other states as Capstone employs remote and field-based staff outside California.
• Good working knowledge of strategic HR management, workforce planning, organizational development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, performance management, conflict management, HR technology, and change management.
• Critical thinking, leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills, plus the ability to speak in public and understand basic finance.
• Very strong computer and software skills, especially in the Microsoft Office suite.

Skills & Abilities - Preferred

• Experience in a publicly traded company, including supporting executive compensation and Board or committee reporting.
• Experience leading HR through a period of restructuring, rapid growth, or significant organizational change.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• The CEO and Senior Leadership Team have a trusted human capital partner who brings talent, culture, and workforce insight into strategy discussions early.
• Open roles are filled with people who fit Capstone's values and can do the job, and new employees are productive and engaged quickly through a strong onboarding experience.
• Compensation and benefits programs are competitive, cost-conscious, and understood by employees, and annual salary planning is run on time.
• Employee relations matters are handled fairly, promptly, and in compliance with federal and state law, and the company avoids preventable disputes.
• Health and safety statistics trend in the right direction, and required training is current for all employees.
• Attrition and headcount reporting are accurate and timely, and the leadership team acts on what the data shows.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• On-site at Capstone Energy+'s Van Nuys, CA headquarters; regular in-person presence is expected for this leadership role.
• Standard office environment with extended periods of sitting and computer use, plus regular visits to the manufacturing floor and other company facilities.
• Highly visible, cross-functional role with frequent interaction with the CEO, the Senior Leadership Team, managers, and employees at all levels.
• Occasional travel to other company sites, universities and trade schools, and job fairs.
• Willingness to work beyond a standard workweek as needed for employee relations matters, annual planning cycles, and company events.

Employee Signature:

Date:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Pay Range: $170,000 - $190,000 per year