Director of Human Resources

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation•Missoula, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) is seeking a seasoned HR leader to join their mission-driven non-profit organization. This role offers the opportunity to combine strategic leadership with a passion for conservation and the Montana outdoor lifestyle. The Director of Human Resources will lead the HR team, championing strategies to support the organization and its culture, ensuring the attraction, development, and retention of top talent. This position provides strategic management of all HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee development and engagement, compensation and benefits, performance management, compliance, and payroll. The Director will play a key role in shaping the employee experience and workforce strategy, aligning HR programs with organizational goals, managing HR resources, and fostering a collaborative, values-driven workplace.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related degree, or a combination of HR specific experience and HR certification(s) required
Ten plus years of progressive Human Resource experience
Experience supervising required
Knowledge and support of RMEF’s mission and the organization.
Must have excellent interpersonal, coaching, problem-solving and oral/written communication skills.
Ability to relate to all levels of staff and be able to develop a positive relationship with diverse groups of individuals.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Must demonstrate a high level of integrity and have the ability to develop respect and trust with staff and lead volunteers.
Experience using sound judgment and discretion with complex and confidential matters.
Ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple tasks and conflicting deadlines simultaneously to respond to employee and organizational needs.
Excellent computer skills.
Ability to understand data and trends, and analyze information to provide recommendations.
Ability to present and train groups of staff.
Ability to develop and implement training programs.
Strong customer service background and philosophy.
Knowledge of the modern principles, practices, methods and techniques of human resource administration.
Must have the ability to be creative with Human Resource programs and implement change.
Must be a team player.
Ability to handle conflict and work under stressful, precarious circumstances.
Demonstrated commitment to uphold HR codes of ethical and professional standards including honesty in communication, integrity in decision-making and strict adherence to confidentiality and date privacy requirements.