Vice President of Human Resources and Administration (Houston, TX)

Job Title: Vice President of Human Resources and Administration

Company/Department: Human Resources / Administration

Reports To:  CEO/ President

FLSA Status:  (Exempt, Non-Exempt): Exempt

General Description: 
The VP of Administration & Human Resources serves as the strategic leader responsible for aligning administrative operations and HR initiatives with organizational goals. This role oversees operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, talent management, and workplace culture, driving a high-performing and inclusive environment to support long-term business success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Administration & Operations

• Serve as a trusted advisor to CEO/President & Senior Vice Presidents (Leadership team) in wide range of Admin subjects.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to optimize office facilities, procurement, travel programs, and logistics.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage risk mitigation, crisis response plans, and business continuity strategies.
• Oversee departmental budgets, vendor contracts, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Act as administrator for the HR and Administration segment of the internal OA system. 
• Supervise and delegate tasks to administrative staff to ensure effective and efficient general office operations

2. Human Resources Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to CEO/President & Vice Presidents (Leadership team) in a wide range of HR subjects, such as legal compliance, compensation benchmarking, performance management, and design the overall structure of employee benefits program.
• Maintain effective relationships with department managers and employees to identify problems and provide solutions to HR related events and incidents, such as employee retention, discrimination and harassment investigation, and recruiting strategy.
• Develop and implement the company’s career ladder, job levels, pay scale, and compensation strategy to enhance recruitment and retention, including workforce development and reduction, as well as incentive programs.
• Manage the company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan, serving as the trustee of the plan.  Monitor the performance of the company’s fiduciary. Perform annual compliance reporting and mandatory compliance testing. Lead initiatives to educate employees on the features and benefits of the 401(k).
• Lead DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives to foster an equitable workplace.
• Handle employee relations and workplace conflicts, including conducting timely investigations, counseling, and recommending corrective actions. Act as the first point of contact for grievances and complaints.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws (e.g., FLSA, ADA, FMLA, DOL, EEOC) and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Drive HR technology adoption and data-driven decision-making.
• Manage and implement companywide training initiatives, such as mandatory compliance training, management and leadership training, and employee productivity, professionalism, and mental health training.
• Supervise HR/ generalist providing day-to-day HR operations, including payroll processing, time & attendance management, benefits administration, new hire orientation, termination meetings, exit interviews, unemployment hearings, open enrollment,

 3. Organizational Development

• Spearhead organizational restructuring and change management programs.
• Enhance employee engagement, retention, and leadership development through targeted programs.
• Shape corporate culture by embedding core values into policies, communications, and employee experiences.

  4. Executive Collaboration

• Serve as a key member of the executive team, advising on operational and human capital strategies.
• Report to the CEO/President on critical metrics (e.g., turnover rates, compliance audits, cost optimization)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Have a thorough knowledge of admin and human resources management principles and best practices.
• Handle confidential documents and information and exercise discretion, such as employee records, harassment complaints, compensation data, and immigration documents.
• Must have extensive recruiting experience including screening of resumes and conducting lawful interviews and ensure compliance in the hiring process.
• Perform HR audits for compliance.
• Familiarity with Federal, State and Local laws, labor market, hour and wage regulations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Will attend industry related HR Conferences to keep updated on government related changes.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and attention to detail.
• Must be a team player.
• Be able to communicate proficiently in English.
• Have the abilities to supervise administrative support staff.

Minimum Required Education, Credentials, Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HRM, Business Administration (MBA), or similar field from an accredited school
• Current or previous experience in an HR Manager role is required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in HR and administration, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
• SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) highly preferred 
• Proven track record in multinational or multi-industry settings (e.g., tech, healthcare, finance)

Core Competencies

Legal & Compliance Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. labor laws, workplace compliance and safety regulations.

Strategic Vision

• Ability to translate HR and operational strategies into measurable business outcomes.

Leadership

• Strong team-building, cross-functional collaboration, and crisis-resolution skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits (healthcare, 401(k) matching, PTO).
• Opportunity to influence corporate strategy and shape organizational success

 

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Disclaimers: The foregoing statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of this role and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of this position. The specifics of this job description will be updated from time to time, as appropriate and required.
STHC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr.sthc@sinopec.com or you may call us at 1-832-831-1200.
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Department: Other
This is a full time position