Human Resource Director

About UCEMC: Empowering Communities, Enhancing Lives

At UCEMC, we believe in delivering more than just power; we deliver a sense of community and excellence. Join a team where your dedication is valued, and your contributions make a real impact on the lives of our 54,000+ members. Learn more at www.ucemc.com.

Join our team as the Human Resources Director at UCEMC!

Are you an experienced human resources leader who understands that strong organizations are built on strong people? Do you have the experience to guide culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead human resource programs that support long term organizational goals? If so, we invite you to consider this leadership opportunity with Upper Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation.

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Director serves as the senior leader responsible for the overall direction and oversight of all human resource functions for the cooperative and reports directly to the General Manager/CEO. This role partners closely with executive leadership to develop and implement workforce strategies that support operational excellence, employee engagement, and long-term organizational sustainability. The HR Director also serves as a strategic advisor on personnel policy development, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.

The Human Resources Director leads recruitment and retention strategies, succession planning, compensation and benefits administration, policy development, regulatory compliance, performance management, and employee development initiatives. The position supervises the Human Resources Generalist and directs the daily activities of the Human Resources Department to ensure programs and practices are administered in accordance with cooperative policies and applicable laws and regulations.

This role oversees employee benefits administration, including coordination withinsurance providers, insurance billing reconciliation, and required reporting such as Form 5500 filings. The Director also provides guidance on complex employee relations matters and oversees personnel records, employee orientation, training and development, payroll related coordination, and human resources reporting and documentation.

Additional responsibilities include directing preparation of the Cooperative’s Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity programs, conducting internal audits to ensure compliance, submitting required AAP/EEO statistical reports, preparing and managing the Human Resources department budget, and supporting recruitment outreach through schools, state agencies, and civic organizations.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Personnel Administration, Business, Human Resources, or
• related field preferred
• Minimum eight years of relevant human resources experience in a utility or
• related organization desired, or an equivalent combination of education and
• experience
• Experience with personnel administration, insurance and benefits programs,
• payroll processes, and HR practices within utility operations preferred
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment law including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and
• related regulations
• Experience designing and administering compensation and benefits programs
• Experience with HRIS systems and payroll oversight
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to research information, analyze data, and develop recommendations and
• plans of action
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, policies, and employment regulations
• Professional certification such as SHRM SCP, SHRM CP, SPHR, or PHR
• strongly preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Paid holidays
• Competitive salary

Apply Today!

If you are dedicated, forward-thinking, service minded, and want to be a part of a team that powers our community, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today at https://ucemc.bamboohr.com/careers/31

Applications will be accepted through April 24, 2026 at 4:30 PM CST. For more details, contact UCEMC’s Human Resources Department at 1-800-261-2940, opt 3, opt 5.

A Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer

UCEMC is an EEO employer and an affirmative action employer. UCEMC is committed to guaranteeing to its employees and all applicants for employment equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other protected status, except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification.

⚡Power Up Your Career with UCEMC – Local People Local Power⚡