District HR Manager - Williston, ND

NaborsWilliston, North DakotaOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 7 hours ago

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About this role

The District Human Resources Manager serves as the trusted people partner to district and operations leadership, translating business priorities into practical workforce strategies and consistent employee practices. The role leads local delivery of the people strategy, strengthens leadership and workforce capability, manages complex employee and organizational risks, and connects district needs with People Operations, Centers of Excellence, Legal, HSE, Finance, and other corporate functions to support safe, compliant, and effective operations.

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- 7 or more years of progressive human resources experience, including broad HR generalist or HR business partner responsibility in an operational environment. 3 or more years of leadership, supervisory, or team-lead experience.
- Demonstrated experience advising operations leaders on employee relations, workforce planning, talent, organizational change, workplace investigations, accommodations, and business risk.
- Working knowledge of employment law, performance management, corrective action, compliant employment practices, and confidential records standards.
- Ability to analyze workforce information, influence leaders, communicate clearly, manage competing priorities, and make sound recommendations in complex or sensitive situations.
- Proficiency with HR information systems, Microsoft 365, reporting tools, and standard business applications.
- Ability to travel to district, rig, or field locations as business needs require.
- Professional HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CHRP, or equivalent.
- Experience supporting drilling, energy, industrial, manufacturing, construction, transportation, or another field-based operating environment.
- Experience leading HR through organizational change, shared-services transitions, integrations, or process transformation.
- This position works primarily in an office environment with regular interaction in district and field settings. Travel to district offices, rig sites, or operational facilities is required based on business needs. Field visits require compliance with site safety, access, and personal protective equipment requirements. The role must be able to respond to time-sensitive employee or operational matters. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.