Company Background
At Crimson Wine Group, we are the guardians of 1,000 acres of pristine vineyards, iconic estates, forests, and wildlife habitats along the West Coast. Our enviable portfolio of brands includes Pine Ridge Vineyards (Napa, Calif.), Seghesio Family Vineyards (Healdsburg, Calif.), Archery Summit (Dayton, Ore.), Chamisal Vineyards (San Luis Obispo, Calif.), Double Canyon (West Richland, Wash.), Seven Hills Winery (Walla Walla, Wash.) and Malene Wines (Santa Barbara County, Calif.).

We are committed to creating a workplace and culture that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of what makes us a little different and a lot better. Our success is informed by the wide range of experiences and perspectives that our team brings to each of our wines – from vine to bottle and beyond. We encourage all applicants with a vision for creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse wine industry to apply to join our team. For more information, please visit www.crimsonwinegroup.com.

Position Summary
The Vice President of Human Resources (VP, HR) plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the human resources strategy to support business objectives. This position collaborates with executive and senior leadership to ensure the alignment of HR initiatives with overall company objectives. Provides guidance and leadership to the human resources management team ensuring the delivery of high-quality HR services and support to all employees. This role requires strategic thinking and a collaborative and flexible leader who is capable of driving HR excellence in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other reasons.

Strategic HR Leadership
•  Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with overall business strategy.
•  Collaborate with the executive team to drive organizational effectiveness, talent management, and leadership development initiatives.
•  Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, succession planning and organizational design.

Talent Acquisition and Management
•  Oversee the development and execution of recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent.
•  Implement and enhance onboarding programs to integrate new hires seamlessly into the organization.
•  Foster a culture of continuous learning and development through effective training and career development programs.
•  Develop and implement a performance management program that drives employee engagement, productivity, and development.

Employee Relations and Engagement
•  Establish and maintain positive employee relations through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
•  Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement satisfaction and overall workplace culture.
•  Partner with senior leadership to drive a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the organization.
•  Monitor and address employee concerns, fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.
•  Serve as Compliance Officer for the organization monitoring the CO inbox and hotline.

Compensation and Benefits
•  Design and administer competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent.
•  Stay abreast of industry trends and benchmarking data to ensure the competitiveness of our total rewards offerings.
•  Lead the annual performance management and compensation review process, ensuring fairness and equity.

HR Compliance and Risk Management
•  Ensures compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, and other laws, regulations, and requirements including SOX compliance.
•  Mitigate HR-related risks by implementing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
•  Collaborate with legal counsel to address HR-related legal matters.

HR Technology and Analytics
•  Leverage HR technology solutions to streamline processes and enhance data-driven decision making.
•  Utilize HR analytics to assess the effectiveness of HR programs and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.

Qualifications
•  Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, Master’s degree preferred.
•  10+ years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, with at least 7 years in a leadership role.
•  Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
•  Demonstrated success in developing and implementing HR strategies that align with business goals.
•  In-depth knowledge of CA and Federal employment laws and regulations including SOX compliance
•  Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
•  Strategic thinker with the ability to drive results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
•  Experience presenting to and working with boards of directors and executive leadership teams
•  Must be willing and able to, from time-to-time, travel on behalf of the company. This includes within California, Oregon, and Washington.
•  HRCI or SHRM certification preferred.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to all federally and state protected classes.
The projected (base) pay range for this position is $180K-220K per year in addition to annual bonus. This is the projected compensation for the position, however the actual compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as (but not limited to) candidate qualifications, related experience and education, candidate work location, and market data. Crimson Wine Group reserves the right to modify the pay range/rate at any time in the future.