Strategic People & Culture Leader

FOOD CO-OP; Port Townsend (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Food Co-op is seeking a Director of People & Culture to lead HR strategy, workforce development, and employee relations. You will guide policies, compliance, compensation, performance management, and benefits programs while partnering with the General Manager and leadership team.

Responsibilities include recruiting, onboarding, talent development, training, and HR data governance. The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Two to five years of HR generalist experience required.
• Five or more years of HR management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR policies.
• Experience with HRIS, learning management, and related HR tech preferred.
• HR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR leadership to the General Manager and leadership team.
• Develop and implement people strategies to support engagement, retention, workforce planning, and sustainability.
• Lead organizational development and change-management initiatives.
• Oversee HR policies, compliance, audits, and risk management.
• Coach managers in communication, performance management, and employee relations.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employer branding.
• Manage benefits administration, leaves, and safety programs.
• Administer training programs and leadership development initiatives.
• Oversee HRIS, data accuracy, retention, and reporting.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Policy writing

Communication skills

HR compliance knowledge

Analytical

Employee relations

Confidentiality

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Food Co-op is seeking a Director of People & Culture to lead HR strategy, workforce development, and employee relations. You will guide policies, compliance, compensation, performance management, and benefits programs while partnering with the General Manager and leadership team.

Responsibilities include recruiting, onboarding, talent development, training, and HR data governance. The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace culture.