Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic partner to leadership, delivering best-in-class HR practices that support Staples Energy’s mission of improving lives through energy efficiency and community impact. This role provides a broad range of HR services while proactively advancing workforce strategies, strengthening leadership capability, and fostering a collaborative, people-first culture rooted in accountability and continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being both strategic and hands-on and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves when needed.

• Provide and implement best HR practices aligned with organizational goals and objectives. 
• Partner with leadership to drive critical business outcomes through strategic HR solutions. 
• Collaborate across departments to deliver mentoring, coaching, and guidance to leaders and managers. 
• Lead and support a full spectrum of HR services, including employee relations, talent management, performance management, and compliance. 
• Ensure strong compliance with California labor laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements; maintain audit-ready HR practices and documentation. 
• Act as a trusted advisor in conflict resolution, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes. 
• Develop and execute workforce planning strategies, including staffing, succession planning, and organizational design. 
• Facilitate coaching sessions and leadership development initiatives to enhance management effectiveness and overall leadership capability. 
• Align HR initiatives with both short-term and long-term business objectives.  
• Drive continuous improvement and elevate the HR function to the next level through innovation and proactive solutions. 
• Effectively manage multiple priorities and pivot quickly in response to changing business initiatives. Utilize HR systems and data analytics to inform decision-making and improve HR effectiveness.
• Consistently follow through and deliver on commitments across all HR initiatives. 
• Demonstrate a team-first mindset with a willingness to support general office or administrative tasks outside of core HR responsibilities as needed.

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience in an HR leadership role with a track record of advancing HR functions and organizational effectiveness. 
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically about HR services and translate strategy into actionable plans. 
• Strong experience in workforce planning, staffing, and organizational development. 
• Skilled in coaching, mentoring, and leadership development. 
• Exceptional conflict resolution and employee relations experience. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a well-organized and focused manner. 
• Strong working knowledge of California employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. 
• Proven ability to deliver results and meet commitments consistently. 

Preferred Competencies

• Proactive, forward-thinking mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. 
• High level of business acumen and ability to connect HR strategy to operational outcomes. 
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. 
• Ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization. 
• Commitment to supporting a mission-driven, community-focused organization.

Working Conditions 

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods
• May occasionally lift up to 15–20 lbs
• Ability to travel locally if needed

Compensation

•  $84,500 – $93,000 annually  
•  Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. 

EEO Statement

Staples Energy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.