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HR Director is a hands-on, strategic leader who partners closely with business leaders to drive Crescent Energy's people strategy during a period of significant growth and change. This role leads HR operations, builds scalable HR processes, and supports a high-performance, safety-focused culture. The HR Director plays a key role in shaping the company's HR structure and operating model. This role provides a unique opportunity for an HR professional to put their own fingerprints on HR structure, processes, and operating model as the company continues to grow/scale.
Key ResponsibilitiesHR Business Partnership- Act as a strategic business advisor to executive leadership, leading enterprise-wide human resources operations, organizational integration, recruitment strategy, employee communications, and workforce planning during a period of rapid growth and transformation.
- Translate business needs into scalable HR infrastructure that supports both corporate and field operations.
- Support leaders through growth, change, and integration initiatives; with experience leading the HR integration during M&A and Divestitures.
- Lead HR generalists, recruiting team, and key vendor relationships
HR Operations & Compliance- Oversee day-to-day HR operations including employee relations, HRIS, onboarding/offboarding, and compliance
- Develop and implement HR processes, workflows, and operational standards to support organizational growth and business objectives.
- Drive operational excellence through process improvement, automation, and implementation of scalable HR infrastructure and tools.
- Monitor HR metrics and workforce analytics to identify trends, improve decision-making, and support business strategy.
- Partner with Operations and HSE to reinforce a strong safety and compliance culture
- Manage required workforce reporting and regulatory filings, including EEO, affirmative action, and other labor-related reporting obligations.
People Processes- Lead annual HR programs, including performance management, compensation cycles, talent reviews, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives
- Partner with leadership to support organizational design, workforce planning, restructuring, and integration activities.
- Ensure high-quality, consistent, and timely execution of all people processes
Employee Relations & Leadership Support- Handle complex employee relations matters and internal investigations
- Participate in crisis management and business continuity efforts related to workforce, operational, or reputational events.
- Coach leaders through organizational change, team effectiveness challenges, and employee communication strategies to support business continuity and employee experience.
- Support leadership development and high-potential talent programs
Organizational Development & Change- Support organizational design, change management, and workforce planning
- Monitor organizational health metrics and drive improvement initiatives
- Lead HR aspects of M&A and integration activities
- Develop communication strategies and change readiness plans to support successful adoption of new programs, structures, systems, and business initiatives.
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in leadership
- Strong experience as an HR business partner in operational environments
- Deep knowledge of HR operations, employment law, and people processes
- Strong communication, leadership, and change management skills
- Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions & organizational design
Preferred- Experience in Workday
- Experience with Internal or External communication
- Energy, oil & gas, or manufacturing, experience
- Master's degree or HR certifications (SHRM, PHR/SPHR)
- Experience supporting field or multi-site operations
Core Competencies- Business and financial acumen
- Strategic mindset with operational discipline
- Strong influence and collaboration skills
- Leadership coaching and talent development
- Resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments
- Commitment to performance, integrity, inclusion, and safety
