Job Description

About Us

For over 37 years, Sequoyah Electric has been an industry leader, providing a coordinated approach to meet electrical design-build and construction needs. Our expertise ranges from complex, multi-phased design-build projects to technically challenging industrial and low voltage installations and includes in-house engineering and design.

Sequoyah fosters an environment of teamwork and collaboration, with a commitment to excellence. Our relationship driven culture is customer-focused, community-engaged, and motivated by continuous improvement. It’s evident when you walk through our office and jobsites that we enjoy what we do. We are proud to have been voted a Washington Best Workplace for the past 12 years (2014 – 2025) by our team members.

If you're committed to stellar customer service and producing an outstanding product, we think you'll find Sequoyah to be an exciting, enjoyable place to contribute and grow. You’ll work and collaborate with an experienced and passionate leadership team committed to growth, innovation, and excellence. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven company known for delivering quality, building trust, and treating people right.

Overview

We are seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead and execute a broad range of Human Resources functions with a focus on strategic research, planning, and implementation of best-in-class practices. They will drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities, designing effective HR solutions, and overseeing their successful deployment. Core areas of responsibility include training and development, organizational development, performance management, employee relations, talent acquisition and onboarding, as well as compensation and benefits. This is an exempt position and reports to the CFO. It is based out of our Redmond, WA headquarters and is a fully in-office role. Our office is open from 6am – 5pm and team members have flexibility with their daily work schedule, based on their needs and the needs of their team and the work.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of a Human Resources Manager fall under the following areas:

Organizational Development

• Support and champion a culture that embodies Sequoyah’s Core Ideology (core purpose, vision, mission and values)
• Provide support to the President and Senior Management in pursuit of successful implementation of company initiatives and business plan
• Identify opportunities for enhancement of company culture, employee relations and environment based on employee and organizational feedback
• Demonstrate leadership that inspires and motivates others to perform well
• Support company-wide community engagement efforts and relationship building activities; Support university outreach program including teaching and promotional opportunities

Training and Development

• Partner with Senior Management to identify and establish strategies for meeting Sequoyah’s Training and Development Initiative objectives. Work with internal Subject Matter Experts [SMEs] and Senior Management to effectively align training programs with key business objectives.
• Oversee and support curriculum development and/or facilitate training in support of the training priorities, initiatives and objectives established year over year [such as Safety, PE / PM competencies, Field Supervisor competencies, general HR topics, Leadership Development, and other soft and technical skills training].
• Coordinate content approval as needed by key stakeholders; Assist with process of identifying participants for trainings listed above
• Develop and implement company-wide Employee Development Program which may include a structured mentorship and coaching plan for employees; Coach employees when appropriate

Performance Management

• Develop and implement performance management process to align with culture and company
• Educate managers on performance management process
• Educate, monitor and advise managers on the progressive discipline system of the company
• Work with the managers to understand the company performance improvement policy and procedure and how it should be applied
• Monitor the implementation of Performance Improvement Plan process with non-performing employees

Employee Relations

• Partner with Senior Management to design and implement employee recognition and reward programs in accordance with key business plan objectives
• Partner with Senior Management to develop programs that increase employee engagement and retention
• Serve as a resource to assist with addressing and resolving personnel concerns
• Ensure roles and responsibilities are clearly defined, documented and communicated
• Conduct HR investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth to discourage unfair work practices
• Ensure that the Employee Handbook is a “living” document through employee orientation, update meetings, education
• Review and guide actions around employee terminations
• Administer annual reporting requirements such as EEO-1

Recruitment and Onboarding

• Work with hiring managers to ensure understanding and compliance with local and federal laws in hiring and employment decisions
• Develop and lead new hire orientation process in stakeholders

Compensation and Benefits

• Partner with Senior Management to identify and establish strategies for meeting Sequoyah’s compensation and benefits goals
• Conduct market analysis; make recommendations on salary ranges and benefits
• Lead employee education process during benefits open enrollment 

Qualifications

The role requires 10+ years of HR related experience, a bachelor’s degree preferably in Human Resources or a related field and knowledge of federal and state rules and regulations. PHR or SPHR; SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is highly preferred.

Additional qualifications for this role include experience with HRIS and ATS software as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites.

Skills and Abilities

Success in this role requires strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, inspire, and build trust across all levels of the organization.

Other skills and abilities include:

• Strategic thinker with proven ability to design and implement HR programs that align with organizational goals
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport and credibility
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict effectively and conduct impartial investigations
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High emotional intelligence and the ability to coach, mentor, and develop others
• In-depth knowledge of current employment laws and HR best practices
• Proficiency in analyzing data to inform HR strategies, including compensation benchmarking and employee engagement metrics
• Ability to facilitate training and development programs tailored to various employee levels and functions
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership, managers, and staff
• Adaptable and innovative with a continuous improvement mindset

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The following physical requirements and working conditions apply to this role. Sequoyah will give consideration to all requests for accommodation.

• Ability to see, hear well (either naturally or with correction) and speak clearly
• Coordinate the movement of your eyes, hands, and fingers
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing and bending, repetitive motions of hands and wrists
• Reach for, handle, use fingers and manipulate objects
• Must be capable of working extended hour days when job/business needs demand

Employee Benefit Program

Sequoyah cares deeply about the health and wellness of our team members and their families and is proud to offer a robust total rewards package.

• Health Insurance coverage includes: 100% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, And Vision Insurance premiums for both employees and their eligible dependents with a $300 annual deductible per covered person. Eligible first of month 30 days after hire date
• 401(k) and Roth(k) retirement plans with up to 4% company matching contribution
• Paid Time Off that includes 17 days of vacation and sick time; plus 7 Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability income protection
• Flex Savings Account allowing pre-tax earnings to be used for unreimbursed medical and childcare expenses
• Voluntary supplemental other coverages (Cancer Care, Accident, Life, etc.) available at additional cost to employee

Other benefits include:

• Education Assistance Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement Program

Compensation

Base Salary Range: $125,000-$170,000 per year

In addition, employees may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

This job posting is a general description of the essential functions of this role. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Sequoyah are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Sequoyah supervisors or management, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Sequoyah is an equal opportunity employer. We are a non‐smoking facility and a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All new hires are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and the NECA/IBEW Electrical Industry Drug-Free Workplace Program. As per the program, cannabis/THC is not included in pre-employment testing. It may be included in order for Sequoyah to be in compliance with specific client contracts; we will inform you if you will be assigned to a client project or worksite where this is a requirement.

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