HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

Type of Position: Full-Time, Regular

Tier: III

Location: Anchorage, AK or Remote

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Legal Counsel

Job Overview

The HR Director provides strategic leadership and oversight of the Human Resources function, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for workforce strategy, organizational development, compliance oversight, and executive partnership. The HR Director ensures that HR operates as a strategic business partner while maintaining a strong foundation of compliance, accountability, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning and organizational design.
Lead initiatives related to culture, engagement, and retention.
Advise leadership on risk, compliance, and employee relations matters.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure organizational compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws.
Provide oversight of HR policies, procedures, and audits.
Mitigate risk through proactive HR practices and leadership guidance.
Oversee compliance areas including benefits, wage and hour, and employee relations.

Organizational Development

Lead performance management strategy and leadership development initiatives.
Support succession planning and talent development.
Drive organizational effectiveness and change management efforts.

Department Leadership

Provide direction and oversight to HR Manager, HRIS Manager, and Benefits Manager.
Establish clear accountability across HR functions.
Develop and manage HR budget and resource planning.
Ensure alignment and collaboration across all HR disciplines

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field required.
Master's degree preferred.
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or related certification strongly preferred.

Experience

10+ years of progressive HR experience.
5+ years in a leadership role.
Experience in managing multiple HR disciplines.
Experience in multi-state operations preferred.
Experience in union and/or federal contracting environments.
Demonstrated ability to influence and partner with executive leadership.

Competencies

Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Leadership and decision-making.
Risk assessment and compliance expertise.
Communication and executive presence.
Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office 365, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to pass a background and drug screening.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At GYL, we empower our employees in their careers. When you work with us, we will encourage you to follow your passions, and we promise to be committed to your safety, well-being, and professional development.

We treat our team members well - because it's the right thing to do, and because it makes good business sense. At GYL, you will contribute to our mission, making a difference in the lives of our Alaska Native shareholders community. We work with our clients to develop creative solutions with an emphasis on our respect for our land, culture, language, tradition, and one another.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The GL Accountant will primarily work in an office setting. The office environment is professional, collaborative, and conducive to focused work. The typical office amenities and equipment, including a computer, phones, and other necessary tools, will be provided.

This position may require minimal travel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

SEDENTARY WORK

The position involves predominantly sedentary work. Most tasks will be performed while sitting at a desk or a computer workstation.

SCREEN TIME

Extensive use of computer screens and keyboards is required. The role involves working in various software applications and may require extended periods of screen time.

LIFTING & CARRYING

Minimal physical effort is required. Occasionally, the employee may need to lift or carry light office supplies or materials.

MOBILITY

The employees will need to move around the office to attend meetings, access shared resources, and collaborate with team members.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

The company is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. All employees are expected to adhere to safety guidelines and report any safety concerns.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. Individuals with specific accommodation needs are encourage to discuss them with the Human Resources Department.

About Gana-a'yoo, Limited

GYL is an Alaska Native-Owned Village Corporation serving its more than 2,000 Native shareholders and four villages located along the Yukon River. Alaska Native Corporations are the result of the passage of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which was signed into law in 1971. The act was intended to resolve long-standing issues surrounding aboriginal land claims, to stimulate economic development throughout Alaska, as well as to settle land and financial claims.

As a historically nomadic people who relied on each other, the concept of sharing is essential in Athabascan tradition. For thousands of years small groups would band together to share resources, helping to ensure both the success and survival of the group. In the Koyukon Athabaskan language, Gana-A'Yoo means "friends together," which is reflected in our logomark's firm arm grip and the value we place on building long-term relationships.

This was the underlying sentiment in 1978 when the shareholders of the villages of Galena, Koyukuk, Nulato and Kaltag made the decision to join together as "friends" and merge into one for-profit village corporation. The company has strong social and cultural ties to its villages and is committed to meeting its economic, social, and cultural obligations to its shareholders.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

GYL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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