Manager, People & Culture

Copia Power (“Copia”) is a Carlyle-backed energy and digital infrastructure platform that develops, constructs, and operates large-scale assets across the U.S. to accelerate the electrification and growth of the digital economy. Copia Power has over 2,600 MW of energy generation and storage assets in operation or under construction and is actively developing over 15 GW of grid-connected data centers supported by Copia’s portfolio of gigawatt-scale energy campuses comprising more than 25 GW of solar and storage and 7 GW of natural gas generation assets.  

At Copia, we pride ourselves on a culture where sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the environment, and we believe that achieving this goal requires not just hard work but also enjoying the journey. Our team thrives on connectivity, fostering strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Together, we combine passion and playfulness to drive progress and make a difference. 

Job Description:

Copia is seeking a Manager, People & Culture to lead the curation, development, and facilitation of internal training programs as Copia scales. This role also drives onboarding, helps manage core HR administration, and supports culture & engagement programs, while helping field employee HR questions. The ideal candidate is a confident facilitator who partners with the Sr. Director, People & Culture to design and roll out training, onboarding, policy, and performance processes as those programs are built out. This role requires genuine comfort with ambiguity and a builder's mindset — someone energized by creating structure, rather than someone who needs an established playbook to do good work.

The Manager, People & Culture will report directly to the Sr. Director, People & Culture working cross-functionally with all internal teams in an individual contributor capacity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curate, develop, and facilitate internal training programs and career pathways including live/virtual facilitation, tools like LinkedIn Learning, and identifying external resources or consultants as needed
• Lead onboarding end-to-end and continuously improve the process as headcount grows
• Manage day-to-day HR administration to include file audits, compliance documentation, and HRIS accuracy, helping build and maintain the repeatable processes behind it as the function matures
• Serve as one of the team’s day-to-day points of contact for employee HR questions, triaging issues and partnering with the Sr. Director on more complex matters
• Support the oversight of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and internal committees
• Own Copia’s social media presence and recognition system administration, supporting culture, recognition, and engagement efforts across a multi-office team
• Partner with the Sr. Director on benefits administration, policy development, job description development, and training & development, helping translate strategy into workable process
• Provide Talent Acquisition support as needed, helping the team with the recruiting process

What We Look For:

• Confidentiality is non-negotiable, paired with the ability to approach sensitive employee issues with curiosity, empathy, and neutrality
• A genuine sense of fun and creativity as “having fun” is one of our core values
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence
• Highly driven with creative thinking, problem-solving, integrity, and strong work ethic
• Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors
• Resourcefulness and polite persistence
• Genuine flexibility and patience to move between structured HR administration and undefined

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in an HR generalist capacity
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field
• Proven experience with Microsoft Office, HRIS software, and Applicant Tracking Systems
• Ability to work in the Lake Oswego, OR office a minimum of 3 days per week
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

Compensation:  

At Copia, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience. This role may also be eligible for benefits, performance bonuses, and other perks. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.     

Our Benefits:   

At Copia, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can be their true selves every day. Our commitment extends to providing comprehensive benefits to all employees, such as:  

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage (with no premiums) 
• Company contribution to 401(k) plans 
• Annual bonus eligibility 
• Flexible work hours 
• Unlimited paid time off for a healthy work-life balance 
• Paid holidays to celebrate and recharge 
• Wellness and cell phone credits to support personal well-being 
• Life and AD&D insurance for peace of mind 
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support 
• Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company  

We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusivity and offering these benefits, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.  

About Copia:

Copia Power (“Copia”), is a wholly owned portfolio company of the global investment firm, The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform is focused on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit www.copiapower.com.   

At Copia, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.