Director of Human Resources

Blue Sage Services, LLC; Stillwater, Northern (OK, KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Sage Services seeks a strategic and hands-on Director of Human Resources to lead and elevate all people operations across divisions. You will shape HR strategy, workforce planning, and organizational structure while guiding the team through day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced field environment.

The role requires the ability to travel, oversee compliance with employment laws, and drive culture initiatives under a “Powered by People” philosophy.

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, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing HR functions in a fast-paced, operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with growth objectives and operational needs.
• Lead and mentor HR and recruiting teams, ensuring accountability and performance.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen culture, engagement, and retention.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Oversee compensation structures, benefits programs, and performance management.
• Oversee HR systems, onboarding, employee records, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Organizational Development

Problem Solving

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR certification

Tools

HRIS & recruiting platforms (e.g., Paycom)

Job description

Director of Human ResourcesLocation: Negotiable (Beaver, OK or Stillwater, OK) (with travel as needed)Department: Human ResourcesReports To: VP of Talent & CulturePosition 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 fastpaced, 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 organizationQualifications 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 skillsPreferred* 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 responsivenessWhy Blue Sage Services At Blue Sage Services, we are Powered by People. We are committed to building a team that values integrity, innovation, leadership, and teamwork. The Director of Human Resources plays a critical role in shaping the future of our workforce and supporting the continued growth of our organization.