Human Resources Director

Title: Human Resources Director
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Salary: $120,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year

The Santa Fe Opera is seeking a Human Resources Director

Reports to the General Director

Overview

Join us in a dynamic environment where your HR expertise will support the artistic mission of our organization. We’re seeking an experienced HR professional who can support our committed, talented, and collaborative workforce aligned with our mission, vision, and values. If you are passionate about the arts and have the skills to lead our HR efforts, we encourage you to apply.

Our innovative programming and contributions to the operatic art form has made the Santa Fe Opera a destination for opera enthusiasts worldwide, situated in a breathtaking destination.

Key Responsibilities

As our sole HR position, our HR Director will be part of our senior leadership team and very hands on at the same time. We have 75 employees year-round which increases for the summer season.

The HRD is responsible for the following:

• Stay updated on industry trends and employment legislation, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws.
• Develop and implement anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policies, providing training and setting clear expectations.
• Manage the incident reporting system and resolve cases in line with company policy.
• Support Artistic Administration with Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Oversee employee programs related to health, benefits, recruitment, and performance management.
• Prepare and manage personnel budgets, ensuring adherence to hiring practices.
• Consult with legal counsel and communicate with Board members as needed.
• Support managers with employment decisions, communications, and disciplinary actions.
• Participate in DEIA initiatives and collaborate on HR technology implementations.
• Assist in planning employee events and activities.

Supervisory Areas

This is a hands-on HR department of 1, with the following supervisory duties:

• Oversee the Housing Office staff, managing tenant/homeowner issues and budget.
• Supervise Office Services staff, ensuring smooth operations and budget accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field
• 5 years recent full time HR director level experience required
• Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Recruitment experience required
• Compensation – basic knowledge needed
• FLSA exp ie contractor vs employee
• Supervisory experience required
• Leave administration, Handbook policy development and Performance Mgmt exp required
• Mediation and Investigations experience
• CBA Collective bargaining agreement – basic understanding beneficial
• Advanced education or certification in HR management preferred.
• Strong communication skills with diverse groups, including staff, artists, and Board members.
• Demonstrated ethical leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and take initiative.
• Strategic thinking and emotional resilience in decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills.

If you meet our qualifications, please apply and include a cover letter describing your interest and why you would be a great fit.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Day shift

Education

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience

• Compensation: 1 year (Preferred)
• mediation and investigation: 1 year (Required)
• recent, full time HR Director level: 5 years (Required)
• Employee relations: 1 year (Required)
• Benefits administration: 1 year (Required)
• Recruitment: 1 year (Required)
• Supervisory: 1 year (Required)
• Performance management: 1 year (Required)
• FMLA: 1 year (Required)
• handbook policy development: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification

• HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM CP, SHRM SCP) (Preferred)

Ability to Commute

• Santa Fe, NM 87506 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate

• Santa Fe, NM 87506: Relocate before starting work (Required)

This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The fundamental job requirements are included, and these are the essential job functions. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The Santa Fe Opera supports employees with its robust safety program, devotion to environmental sustainability and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion while setting the industry standard for stagecraft. The Santa Fe Opera has an industry-wide reputation as an excellent employer, providing rewarding opportunities amid a setting of great natural beauty. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Santa Fe Opera celebrates diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, political affiliation or philosophy. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.