Head of People

About Us

Solar Landscape is the leading commercial and community solar developer in the United States.

We partner with the world's largest real estate companies to develop, install, and operate solar projects on commercial and industrial rooftops. Through our groundbreaking community solar model, households in surrounding communities can subscribe to receive solar power at a guaranteed discount.

To date, Solar Landscape has deployed over 400 megawatts of renewable energy projects totaling over $1 billion in capital investment. Solar Landscape was named the #1 Distributed Generation developer for 2023 by New Project Media and was awarded the U.S. Department of Energy’s Equitable Community Solar Grand Prize.

We reinvest in our communities as a leading provider of solar PPAs to municipalities, schools, and universities, as well as through our award-winning solar workforce development program.

Solar Landscape is growing fast. Doubling in size year after year, we are looking for the best and brightest to drive our next phase of growth. We’re made up of thought leaders, thinkers, dreamers, doers. We are insightful, driven, rebellious, fun, and we are better together. Our diverse and unique backgrounds are all given a voice and seat at the table to help make real change for the communities we serve. 

For more about Solar Landscape, visit www.solarlandscape.com.

About The Role

As Solar Landscape’s Head of People, you will lead the company’s HR/People function, overseeing a team of 4 and serving as the overall lead for all aspects of HR operations. Your responsibilities will include payroll, benefits administration, compliance, systems management, talent acquisition, professional development programs, and performance management. You will ensure that our HR function aligns with Solar Landscape’s strategic growth goals, supporting the company’s vision of being a best-in-class employer. This role demands a strategic, hands-on leader with a deep understanding of HR best practices and exceptional leadership skills.

• HR Operations: Oversee all aspects of People / HR operations, including implementing and managing a new HRIS systems, payroll processing, benefits administration, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Talent Acquisition: Develop and implement strategies for attracting top talent to support the company's growth objectives. Oversee talent acquisition team and ensure we have a best-in-class recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.
• Professional Development: Design and oversee programs for employee training, professional development, and career advancement. Identify opportunities for skills enhancement and succession planning to support individual growth and organizational effectiveness.
• Performance Management: Establish and administer performance appraisal processes to evaluate employee performance, provide constructive feedback, and recognize achievements. Work with managers to set clear performance goals and objectives aligned with company priorities. Set up system to track performance reviews.
• Employee Engagement: Foster a positive and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected, and motivated to contribute their best efforts. Implement initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction, such as employee recognition programs, team-building activities, and wellness initiatives.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor and resource for employees and managers on HR-related matters, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and policy interpretation. Address employee concerns and grievances in a fair and timely manner.
• Compliance: Stay current on relevant employment laws and regulations to ensure company policies and practices remain compliant. Implement measures to mitigate risks and maintain a positive employer-employee relationship.
• HR Strategy & Leadership:  Collaborate with executive leadership to align HR strategies with the company's overall business objectives and growth plans.  Build and lead the HR/People team, ensuring they have the resources and training needed to perform at a high level. Use data-driven insights to guide decision-making and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in human resources management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Prior experience in a high-growth environment, preferably within the renewable energy or technology sector.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience implementing and managing HRIS systems, payroll processing, and benefits administration.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing HR strategies that drive business results.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including coaching, mentoring, and team-building skills.

Benefits and Perks

Solar Landscape’s company culture is second to none. 

Our employees combine our mission, grit and drive with a rebel’s attitude that is changing the industry: 

·       Located in the heart of historic Asbury Park, our state-of-the-art office space offers flexible workstations encouraging collaboration and movement.  

·       Employees come together to eat every day! Like in a home, our gourmet kitchen is the heart of the office. Solar Landscape has a full-time in-house chef cooking daily farm-to-table meals using locally sourced organic food. 

·       Also included in employees is our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, & vision insurance, flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; We provide healthy snacks, coffee, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!