The YMCA is seeking an innovative and forward thinking Director of Human Resources to cultivate a vibrant, cause-driven workplace culture. This leadership role will guide employee recruitment, talent management, and staff development while ensuring policies and practices align with the YMCA’s mission. The ideal candidate will oversee hiring, onboarding, compensation, benefits, compliance, and employee engagement, fostering an environment where individuals thrive. If you are committed to building a dynamic team and shaping an impactful workplace, we invite you to join us!
· Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or equivalent
· Three or more years of professional experience in all aspects of human resources management and staff development and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
· Knowledge and professional experience in planning and policy, talent recruitment and management, 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.
· Senior human resources certification (SPHR or equivalent) preferred.
1. Creates a vibrant cause-centered culture for staff and volunteers.
2. Participates in strategic planning for the organization. Provides leadership and consulting support to executives and management on matters of reinforcing culture, setting goals, developing policy, and implementing strategic objectives. Aligns organizational structure, roles, and responsibilities to achieve goals.
3. Fosters the development of staff and volunteers at all levels in the organization by engaging in ongoing feedback and coaching, and providing resources and support for informal and formal learning at all levels.
4. Develop and administer systems to assist the association recruitment and hiring of new employees.
5. Oversees talent management, including staff training and leadership development, retention, recognition, employee communication and career development. Assesses and evaluates training and staff development needs, and develops programs to meet needs.
6. Assists with the creation of organizational policies and structures that remove barriers and foster equity and inclusion for all.
7. Develops and maintains performance management and appraisal programs. Provides assistance to employees and supervisors with questions and workplace problems.
8. Create, maintain, and administer compensation strategies, balancing nonprofit budgetary constraints with the need to attract and retain top leadership talent.
9. Design and administer salary structures, job classifications and work collaboratively with management on incentive programs that reflect market competitiveness and internal equity.
10. Oversees benefit plan communication, enrollment and administration. Assesses the competitiveness of human resources programs and practices against the relevant markets and makes recommendations for improvements and changes.
11. Remains current with employment laws and regulations. Maintains an effective program of compliance with laws and regulations related to human resources and manages relationships with compliance agencies and YMCA legal counsel.
12. Oversees 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.
13. Develop and deliver employee newsletter.
14. Collaberate with Finance/Payroll to ensure compliance and efficient execution of benefits and pay.
15. Works with assigned committees of the board to create and implement policies related to Employee and Hman Resource management.
Communication
Change Capacity
Emotional Maturity
Developing Others
Values