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Job Description
Our Promise:
Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and well-being of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others
Benefits & Perks:
Full benefits package including Dental, Vision & Health Insurance
Generous PTO vacation, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
Free Nationwide Y Membership for your Household
12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!
The Senior Director of Human Resources is a strategic leader responsible for developing and executing HR strategies that support the organization’s long-term goals. This role oversees all facets of human resources, including talent acquisition, organizational development, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, and compliance. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Senior Director partners with stakeholders to foster a high-performance culture, enhance employee engagement, and drive business outcomes through people strategy.
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)
- Proven track record in HR strategy, talent development, and building high-performance teams
- Strong knowledge of employment law, HR technologies, and best practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Multi-lingual
- 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior strategic HR role
Essential Functions
Team Leadership & Development:
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing HR team across various functions including HRBP, talent management, fostering a sense of belonging, and total rewards.
Talent Management:
Oversee end-to-end talent lifecycle—recruitment, onboarding, development, succession planning, and retention strategies to attract and retain top talent.
Employee Engagement & Culture:
Champion initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture. Drive employee engagement programs and feedback mechanisms.
Compliance & Risk Management:
Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices are following federal, state, and local regulations. Manage risk related to employment law and labor relations.
Compensation & Benefits:
Oversee design, implementation, and management of competitive compensation and benefits programs that align with organizational goals and market standards.
Change Management:
Lead HR efforts during organizational changes such as mergers, acquisitions, or restructurings. Provide change management expertise and communication planning.
Leadership Responsibilities
Will have direct supervision over the following HR department areas:
- HR Specialist, Talent Acquisition (Recruiting), Hiring, Employee Relations, HRIS & HR Manager Trainings, Payroll & Benefits.
- Responsible for Career Fairs and building relationships with external universities and schools.
- Oversee incoming verifications of employment and all HR employee paperwork changes.