Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Human Resources oversees the development and implementation of talent management/human resources policies, plans and services, including recruitment, payroll, legal compliance, employee benefits, compensation, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, employment practices and procedures, employee communications and events. Above all there is a need for multi-tasking, entrepreneurship, and having a relentless spirit of customer service.
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing : we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide leadership, inspiration, and guidance to the human resources/payroll team.
- Design, implement and oversee leadership development programs and/or supporting development initiatives: develop curriculum, content, tools, and processes to build leadership capability in alignment with organizational business objectives.
- Provide support to executives and management on matters of reinforcing culture, setting goals, developing policy, and implementing strategic objectives.
- Oversee talent management, including staff training and leadership development, recruitment, onboarding, payroll, retention, recognition, employee communication and career development. Assess and evaluate training and staff development needs and develop programs to meet needs.
- Develop, oversee and maintain performance management and appraisal programs.
- Assist employees and supervisors with questions and employee relation needs, elevating as appropriate.
- Oversee compensation and benefit programs, including job description and classification, salary structure and salary adjustments. Oversee benefit plan communication, enrollment and administration. Assess the competitiveness of human resources programs and practices against the relevant markets and make recommendations for improvements and changes.
- Remain current with employment laws, regulations and reports. Maintain an effective program of compliance with laws and regulations related to human resources and safety and manage tools, reports and resources with compliance agencies.
- Attend hearings; work with counsel to prepare documentation needed for cases. Coordinate and manage unemployment compensation cases, serving as liaison with external representatives.
- Research and recommend the development of, or revisions to, policies/procedure to ensure best practice implementation or compliance; maintains the Employee Handbook, updating and coordinating distribution and publishing to employees.
- Provide direction to assigned staff in the performance of their duties, establishing work priorities in achieving strategic and operating plan goals; prepares and manages associated budgets.
- Oversee HR systems and employee records to ensure accuracy and improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization. Ensures timely and accurate submission of data requested by the EEOC, YMCA of the USA, Department of Labor, etc.
- Develop staffing strategies and implementation plans and programs. Identifies and cultivates appropriate and effective sources for candidates for all levels of jobs.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business, human resources or equivalent preferred.
- Six or more years of professional experience in all aspects of human resources management.
- Knowledge and professional experience in planning and policy, talent management, selection, compensation, benefits, training and staff development, employee relations, and performance management.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- Current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments, and applicable laws regarding human resources.
- Proficiency in business and human resources related computer applications, which may include talent management systems, time and attendance systems, etc.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills; and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Human Resources certification (SHRM-CP or equivalent) or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
- The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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