Description
Dunn Carney
Dunn Carney is a full-service law firm in Portland, Oregon. Since 1930 our lawyers have been leaders in the Pacific Northwest legal community, delivering high-quality legal services for clients while upholding values that strengthen our firm and the communities we serve. We prioritize the growth and development of our staff and lawyers, and foster a collaborative, inclusive environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe our commitment to inclusion and diversity enhances our culture, deepens our ability to serve clients, and supports the broader community. We value an open-door culture founded on teamwork, challenging work and talented colleagues, support for new ideas and professional development.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Director is a full-time position that manages the Human Resources department and oversees all HR functions including employee relations, benefits and compensation, legal and internal policy compliance, and talent acquisition. The HR Director plays a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture in alignment with the firm’s values, while ensuring compliance with employment laws and internal policies in collaboration with the firm’s employment counsel.
Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of relevant Human Resources experience, preferably in the legal industry or another professional services industry. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, communications or related fields, or the equivalent education and professional experience. SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
Responsibilities
Developing and executing Human Resources strategy
Preparing and tracking an annual Human Resources budget
Managing firm staff
Leading staff workforce planning, including professional development, recruiting and onboarding
Supporting attorney recruiting and onboarding efforts
Ensuring legal and internal policy compliance
Managing benefits and compensation administration and communication
Managing staff performance reviews
Addressing staff performance issues
Coordinating with operations teams to ensure an efficient and well-run office environment
Promoting firm celebrations and other culture/morale activities and events
Participating in Dunn Carney’s inclusion and diversity committee, and the firm’s private foundation, Dunn Carney Cares
Reporting to the Managing Partner
Required Skills
Ability to develop people strategy aligned to firm goals
Ability to develop strong relationships and trust throughout the firm
Ability to cultivate an inclusive environment for all employees
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal skills
Ability to synthesize complex issues to actionable recommendations
Excellent organizational skills
Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations
Experience with payroll processing
Strong recruiting and onboarding skills
Data analysis skills to inform workforce planning and other HR strategies and policy
Financial acumen necessary to develop/track HR budget and operational costs
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications, including salary, performance-based annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Dunn Carney Managing Partner, Elizabeth Knight, at eknight@dunncarney.com.
Dunn Carney, LLP is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications for employment from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. If you need reasonable accommodations to apply for any position, please let us know. All employment decisions, practices and procedures are carried out without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other applicable legally-protected status.
