Human Resources Director
Westport Properties, Inc, Newport Beach, CA, United States
Westport Properties, Inc. is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization, committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our team is passionate about providing exceptional employee experiences while ensuring the company's benefits and programs align with our values. We are seeking a skilled Human Resources Director to lead our HR team and champion employee relations, benefits administration, and cultural development initiatives.
Job Title: Director of Human Resources and Compliance
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer
Location: Newport Beach, CA
Position Status: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm, occasional overtime depending on departmental needs
Pay Range: $140,000 - $155,000
Job Summary
The Human Resources Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the company culture, leading employee relations efforts, and overseeing key HR functions, including benefits management (401k, medical), payroll, and events planning. This position requires a strategic, detail-oriented leader who can cultivate a positive workplace environment and build programs that engage employees, while ensuring compliance and operational excellence.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Culture Building & Events Planning
- Spearhead initiatives to foster a vibrant and inclusive company culture aligned with our mission and values.
- Plan and execute company-wide events, team-building activities, and celebrations that promote engagement, morale, and collaboration.
- Work closely with leadership to develop diversity and inclusion programs and initiatives.
- Oversee the management of employee relations initiatives, providing guidance and support to managers and employees on complex issues.
- Foster an open, communicative environment that encourages employee feedback and resolution of workplace concerns.
- Implement conflict resolution strategies, ensuring fair and equitable outcomes.
- Oversee the management of payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Oversee the management of employee benefits programs, including 401k plans, medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.
- Ensure the benefits programs are compliant with regulations, cost-effective, and competitive in the market.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that support the company's growth and organizational goals.
- Prepare and present HR reports and metrics to senior leadership.
- Minimum 15 years of progressive Human Resources Management level experience with at least ten (10) in a Human Resources supervisory role
- Minimum 3 years in a Senior HR Manager role (HR Manager, Director or VP role)
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred.
- Proven track record of fostering positive workplace cultures and planning successful employee events.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
- Experience with payroll systems and benefits management software.
- Deep understanding of labor laws, compliance, and HR best practices.
- $7,800 contributed annually toward health benefits: medical, dental, vision
- Company paid life insurance coverage - up to $50,000 per employee (basic life and AD&D)
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off offered - earn 3 weeks per year beginning at hire date
- Up to 10 paid holidays
- Paid ongoing professional development and training
- Company sponsored events throughout the year (holiday parties and gifts, company picnic, team building, etc.)
- Potential for growth and advancement
- Discretionary bonus based on several factors
About Westport Properties
Founded in 1985, Westport Properties ("WPI") is an owner-operator of self storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States. The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services. As of October 2023, WPI has approximately 15.0 million square feet of self storage space under management and its total assets under management is approaching $3.2 billion with its US Storage Centers brand as well as over 650 multifamily units while employing over 600 people nationwide. WPI is a founding partner of the 501(c)3 Kure-It, a non-profit organization that raises money for underfunded cancer research, and Charity Storage, a 501(c)3 that uses vacant storage units to raise money for local charities. To date, Kure-It has raised over $15M and Charity Storage has raised over $1.2M.