WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world’s most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the “Exhilaration of Discovery”.
The Senior Director of Human Resources is responsible for shaping and managing Lindblad Expeditions HR function, including all subsidiaries and vessels. Overseeing all aspects of the employee lifecycle from talent management to organizational development to driving a positive and high-performance work culture across all Lindblad brands. Some specific duties may include talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, organizational development, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additional duties may be added or assigned at any time.
- Develop and execute HR strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives as outlined by the executive team.
- Collaborate with the executive team to integrate people strategy into the business planning and support top talent identification and development planning for all employee types.
- Lead, coach and develop a highly functioning HR team, maintaining clear ownership across HR disciplines and ensuring consistent service delivery across all businesses.
- Partner with the Executive Team to drive performance management and engagement including oversight of goal setting, performance reviews, leadership and management development initiatives and succession planning.
- Lead enterprise-wide recruitment, employee engagement, and learning & development strategies to build high-performing teams aligned with Company values.
- Work with managers to resolve complex employee issues.
- Design and oversee company-wide investigation and disciplinary processes, including the direct management of highly confidential and complex investigations in collaboration with Legal.
- Lead compensation and bonus structure strategy for all employees balancing pay competitiveness, internal equity and alignment with business performance.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations, including maritime.
- Partner closely with Legal and Finance to mitigate risk by conducting HR audits and maintaining and monitoring internal SOX controls.
- Develop and foster continued collaborative work with all land-based companies.
- Establish and enforce HR policies and procedures.
- Create and manage budgets to optimize cost structure through effective cost innovations, organizational design and disciplined execution.
- Own the design and ongoing optimization of employee benefit programs, balancing cost management with competitive offerings that support recruiting, retention and engagement
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
The Senior Director of HR must be collaborative, have strong relationship and leadership skills, and think strategically. The Senior Director of HR also collaborates with other senior leaders and the Executive team to align HR initiatives with broader business goals.
Education/Experience
- BA/BS degree preferred. Minimum 8 years human resources experience is required. A background in the marine industry is highly preferred.
Communication Skills
- Using the English language, this person must have an ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate --both in writing and orally-- with a professional demeanor.
Other Skills/Abilities
- Experience leading and developing high functioning teams.
- Experience with HRIS systems.
- Familiarity with core HR functions of talent acquisition, performance management, investigations, employee engagement, etc.
- Strong communication skills and ability to maintain exceptional professionalism and confidentiality.
- Flexibility to support business needs outside of normal business hours, including weekends.
- Travel is required.
OUR BENEFITS
• Travel benefits for employees and their family
• Voyage of Discovery trips for employees to travel as guests
• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Long-Term Disability, Life & AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to be used for out-of-pocket medical and dependent care
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
• 7-8 Paid Holidays
• 2-3 Floating Holiday Options (pro-rated per start date)
• Up to 15 days of vacation (pro-rated per anniversary year)
• Parental Leave
• Sick/personal days per city & state ordinance
• Pet Insurance discount
Communication Skills
Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos. Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
COMPENSATION STATEMENT
Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.
Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.
