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Why Namaste Solar?
We're not only installing solar. We're building a cooperative that is transforming energy and transforming business. As an employee-owned cooperative, a Certified B Corp, and one of the longest-running solar companies in Colorado, we believe that business can be a force for good in our economies and our communities.
Our mission is to "propagate the responsible use of solar energy, pioneer conscientious business practices, and create holistic wealth for ourselves and our community." If you want to be part of co-creating this work with us and align your values with your work, Namaste Solar might be the right place for you.
If you are interested in applying for this position, we highly encourage you to do so directly on our website at namastesolar.com or through our Applicant Tracking System at namastesolar.applicantpro.com/jobs. As we do not have control over third party job boards, we cannot guarantee that applying through a third party will end up making its way to our applicant pool!
Position Overview:
Our Director of Human Resources provides strategic and operational leadership to drive talent management, organizational development, and workforce planning. This role supports a workforce of approximately 200 employees and leads a team responsible for delivering company-wide HR programs to ensure all HR initiatives advance Namaste Solar's Mission, Core Values, and employee-owned culture.
Essential Functions:
Strategic and HR Team Leadership
- Partner with Company Circle Leadership Team to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals, culture, and employee-owner principles.
- Lead, or support, organizational change initiatives.
- Provide guidance and support to Team Leads on workforce planning, employee development, performance improvement, and change management.
- Lead and support growth opportunities for the HR team; oversee development and implementation of core HR programs related to employee relations, engagement, performance management, benefits, payroll, and other HR related responsibilities.
- Facilitate company-wide learning and development efforts to help support company priorities, and ensure HR programs reinforce ownership mindset and engagement.
- Responsible for annual team budget creation and annual maintenance.
- Participate in B-Corp certification process, with progressive ownership being established within the first year of employment.
- Partner with Safety and Fleet to align people practices, policies, and workforce initiatives that support a strong safety culture.
HR Operations and Continuous Improvement
- Design and drive company-wide talent management strategies, including a recruitment strategy that focuses on building diverse high-performing teams.
- Develop and maintain competitive compensation and benefits strategies aligned with market benchmarks.
- Partner with Team Leads on annual and semi-annual compensation reviews, with a heightened focus on rewarding performance.
- Oversee HRIS strategy, optimization, and data integrity.
- Leverage HR data and analytics to maintain HR related KPIs with the intent to inform decision-making on retention, engagement, and workforce trends.
- Lead employee engagement and retention initiatives that foster a positive and inclusive culture.
- Oversee complex employee relations matters, including investigations and conflict resolution.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and proactively mitigate risk through proactive policies, training, and coaching.
- Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging HR practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
- 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including team management.
- Experience influencing, coaching, and partnering with Team Leads (people managers), as well as Senior Leadership teams.
- Strong facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to craft effective internal communications as well as lead training session for varying employee and manager groups.
- Advocate for justice, equity, diversity and inclusion (JEDI)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
- SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR certification
- Experience in construction, solar, and/or employee-owned/cooperative environments
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position and to move about the work environment as needed to perform job duties. The role frequently involves operating a computer and other standard office equipment, and positioning oneself to access tools, materials, and information. The ability to exchange accurate information with others is required.
The position may occasionally require moving or transporting items weighing up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities include the ability to review and interpret information on a computer screen and in written materials.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Compensation will be dependent on experience, certifications, and licenses
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options within the first 30 days
- Company paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Program
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Paid volunteer time
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free RTD EcoPass
- Discounts to put solar on your home
Application Deadline:
As per Colorado State law, Namaste Solar must communicate an application deadline for the position. If you are interested in applying, please do so using the application link by Wednesday June 24th, 2026. We reserve the right to extend this application deadline with or without notice.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Namaste Solar is committed to cultivating an inclusive environment for people to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize that diverse teams make strong teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.