HR Director - Western Timberlands

Weyerhaeuser•Vancouver, WA

14h•$159,926 - $240,031•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Director to support our Western Timberlands organization, partnering with a diverse portfolio of businesses and leaders to lead this key segment of Weyerhaeuser’s operations in the northwest. This role is ideal for a seasoned HR leader who thrives on building strong business partnerships, influencing organizational strategy, and delivering impactful HR solutions. Based out of the Western Timberlands Regional office in Vancouver, WA (or one of the key operating hubs within WTL), this role reports to the Vice President of HR Operations and provides leadership across the various Western Timberlands business units in Oregon and Washington. The position supports a broad mix of employee populations—including production and non-production teams, union and non-union environments, and business leaders and field-based employees—over 700 employees (~450 hourly production and ~350 professional staff) from Coos Bay to Olympia. You will lead and develop a team of HR Business Partners while serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to business leaders, helping drive organizational effectiveness, workforce capability, and business performance.

Requirements

12+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally within timberlands, manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments
Experience supporting multi-site, multi-state operations
Strong experience with hourly workforces and labor unions preferred
Proven ability to lead organizational change and influence business leaders
Proven ability to lead a team of HR professionals
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field required
Strategic thinking and organizational leadership
Strong business partnership and influencing skills
Labor relations expertise and compliance knowledge
Team leadership and employee development
Talent management and workforce planning
Data-driven decision-making and analytical capability
Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Experience with HR systems such as UKG, Taleo, and Power BI preferred
PHR or equivalent HR certification preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with key business leaders to align HR strategies with organizational goals and drive business performance
Provide strategic counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategies
Lead organizational change and development initiatives across a multi-site, geographically dispersed organization
Utilize data and analytics to assess organizational health and inform decision-making
Lead talent management and leadership development efforts
Drive succession planning and workforce capability strategies
Oversee recruiting, selection, and retention initiatives
Support performance management processes and build leader capability
Provide comprehensive guidance on employee and labor relations in both union and non-union environments
Maintain effective relationships with labor partners and ensure compliance with CBAs and employment laws
Coach leaders and employees to build strong working relationships and a high-performance culture
Lead and support salary planning, annual incentive programs, and equity plans
Guide leaders through HR programs including inclusion, engagement, and change management
Ensure consistent execution of HR policies and processes across the organization
Lead, coach, and develop the HR team to build capability and drive results
Serve as a trusted HR subject matter expert for business leaders
Collaborate with our enterprise HR partners (Benefits, Payroll, Compensation, Labor Relations, and Talent Acquisition) to deliver integrated solutions
Maintain proactive communication with key stakeholders and partners