Title:  HR Manager Wyoming Refining & Mainland Logistics

The Opportunity

Opportunity for a Seasoned HR Manager to Own HR at an Important Site & Influence Diverse Areas. Ideal role for a strong change manager with exceptional site leadership & employee relations skills to make an impact & shine.

If you are a skilled HR professional who combines strong leadership skills with proven change management ability and the tenacity to manage the HR services function supporting an organization of salaried and hourly employees, this is your opportunity to drive positive change in a highly visible role. Consider the opportunity:

• You will "own" human resources at the site, identifying opportunities for improvements, driving change and implementing key initiatives.
• We're looking for a strong leader who sees new challenges as fresh opportunities for improvement -- someone who has the vision to see what could be and the tactical skills to make it happen. You'll make an impact as you put new systems in place, take on projects and corporate initiatives, influence and coach leaders, own talent management and employee relations and much more.
• You'll act as a true partner to diverse business operations and 170 employees, from operators to technicians to site leaders.

Reporting to the Refining & Logistics HR Director, you will supervise one HR team member at the site to provide onsite HR professional support to 130+ refinery employees and 35+ logistics employees at terminal operations in Wyoming, Montana, and Washington. You will assume responsibility for all human resources activities and programs for the site, supporting a variety of functional areas, including Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Commercial, and more.

Your key objectives will include:

• • Fostering a positive high-performing workplace culture with an outstanding safety record thorough effective communication and partnership with employees, managers, and external organizations.
  • Executing key strategies, programs and HR initiatives – ensuring alignment with corporate and local business objectives.

• • Provide guidance and training on labor laws, employee relations, and best practices for maintaining an engaged workforce.
  • Collaborate with legal counsel to develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor regulations and mitigate potential risks.
  • Act as a strategic partner to management to address and advise on workforce challenges.
  • Oversee recruitment and onboarding activities
  • Develop programs and effective HR strategies that promote employee retention and development, enhance employee engagement, and maximize productivity.
  • Provide information, advice and assistance to leadership regarding the application of policies, procedures and relevant regulations.
  • Manage employee relations issues, including conducting investigations and leading parties to mutually acceptable resolution.
  • Administer compensation and benefits and make recommendations for change or improvement.
  • And more.

Qualifications:

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for the Human Resources Manager - opportunity, you will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field preferred. Candidates with equivalent related experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
• 5 – 7 years of solid and broad human resources experience required with expertise in:
  • Employee relations to include conducting effective workplace investigations
  • HR policies, procedures and systems
  • Performance management
  • Leave administration
  • Payroll administration
  • Compensation & benefits
  • Project management skills
  • Developing and conducting robust employee/manager training
  • HR compliance and employment law
  • Change management
• Professional certification(s) (SPHR or SHRM-SCP) is a plus
• Proven success influencing and coaching site leaders and exercising conflict management tactics
• Strong business savvy and the ability to influence the decision-making process
• The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information discreetly and professionally
• Supervisory experience is a plus
• Comprehensive understanding of labor laws, including the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
• Experience working with unionized workforces, including interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements is a plus
• Knowledge of strategies and practices to address employee concerns and support a direct employee-management relationship.
• Demonstrated ability to foster open communication and trust between employees and management.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Familiarity with enterprise HRIS applications (experience with SAP SuccessFactors or Dayforce is a plus)
• Experience in the Oil & Gas industry or a heavy industrial / manufacturing environment
• Willingness and ability to occasionally travel to Corporate and other locations as required for training or meetings

In addition, you will need the following core competencies and characteristics:

• Strong leadership abilities, a confident demeanor, and the determination to assert yourself effectively.
• The ability to think strategically along with a willingness to roll up your sleeves to achieve goals
• Initiative and the ability to achieve goals independently
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
• Comfortable with public speaking
• Effective analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills

Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.

About Us 

At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically-complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.

More Good Reasons to work for Par:  

Unique culture

There is nothing ordinary about Par Pacific - a niche player in the energy space that operates in logistically complex markets. And there's certainly nothing ordinary about Par Pacific employees. We are driven, hardworking, entrepreneurial-minded professionals who love to win. If that describes you, you'll fit right in.

Location, location, location

Because Par Pacific is located in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. The refinery where you’ll work is in Newcastle, Wyoming the county seat of Weston County, which offers the neighborly culture you would expect in a small town. We are proud of our great schools, low cost of living, and even lower cost of housing. The downtown historic district is listed with the National Registry of Historic Places, and it helps preserve the Western culture that residents love.

Opportunistic growth strategy

At Par Pacific, we look for operations with strong fundamentals and great employees who can move a business forward. Our management team has deep experience in the energy industry, as well as in leading mergers, acquisitions, and integrations of newly acquired companies.

Focused on the future

We are an energy company that has recognized the imperative and embraced the opportunity to begin the transition from fossil fuels. We are developing products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Excellent Compensation

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more. Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.  Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program. 

Keys to Success

This role is complex and will require a thick skin and the willingness to be assertive as you drive change. You'll need to leverage your influencing skills to help people get on board with the changes and see how those changes can benefit them. Often a collaborative approach will work well, but you should also be willing to stand your ground as necessary. You'll use your common sense in picking your battles.

As with all HR positions, you'll need to "walk the tightrope" as you support business objectives while also promoting employee satisfaction. To excel in the role, you will be proactive about establishing yourself as a decisive leader who is not afraid to speak up. Just as you will need to influence employees, you will need to drive business leaders to execute.

To be an outstanding Human Resources Manager, you will:

• • Inspire trust and confidence so that employees are comfortable approaching you.
  • Remain willing to roll up your sleeves to achieve goals as a working manager.
  • Remain flexible and deal effectively with ambiguity as we continue to grow and evolve.
  • Manage multiple activities and changing priorities effectively.
  • Combine an analytical approach with creativity in solving problems.
  • Keep close tabs on the details but also grasp the bigger picture.

Our Headquarters 

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, owns, manages and maintains interests in energy and infrastructure businesses. We are a growing energy company focused on renewable and conventional fuels in the Western United States. Par Pacific also owns 46% of Laramie Energy, LLC, a natural gas production company with operations and assets concentrated in Western Colorado.  Our common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the trading symbol "PARR".  

Our Refineries and Logistics Operations 

We own and operate refineries in Hawaii, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming, with total operating throughput capacity of over 219 Mbpd. Par Pacific owns and operates one of the largest energy networks in Hawaii with 94,000 bpd of operating refining capacity, a logistics system supplying the major islands of the state and 90 retail locations. In the Pacific Northwest and the Rockies, Par Pacific owns and operates 124,000 bpd of combined refining capacity and related multimodal logistics systems. 

Our Retail Operations 

We own and operate 90 retail locations in Hawaii under the Hele and 76 brands and 33 retail locations in Washington and Idaho under the nomnom brand. 

Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer

Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.  

Note: Par Pacific will not accept calls or unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. All candidates are required to apply through this web posting.