Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director

Under the guidance and supervision of the Executive Director, the Human Resources Director will establish or enhance systems to improve employee morale and ensure compliance with all Federal, State, Local, Contractual and Organizational Requirements. 

Duties

• Responsible for the supervision of the HR Manager, and oversee the HR Department.
• Collect, coordinate, and compile information for grants; assist with grant-writing as applicable. 
• Oversee and approve of human resources policies and/or procedures updates, as needed. Present policy changes for approval to the Board, Policy Council, and Policy Committee as appropriate. 
• Monitor compliance of Fringe Benefits with Federal, State, and local laws.
• Work with broker for annual Employee Benefit Plan Renewals. 
• Interview for Executive Team and Management positions.
• Coaching, Mentoring and Training new managers.
• Monitor to ensure CAHSD approval packages/letters are submitted for all new hires, changes, and terminations. 
• Ensure disciplinary action procedures, including termination, follow the agency’s policy and are compliant with all legal requirements.  
• Utilize information from Professional Development Plans and Performance Evaluations to provide input towards the Training and Technical Assistance Plan. 
• Perform investigations of staff complaints, concerns, etc.
• Audit Personnel Files and other employee related files for compliance with Head Start, DCF, USDA, State, Federal, and contractual requirements. 
• Approve Job Descriptions changes semi-annually
• Create and implement Training and Technical Assistance Plan. Research training needs for staff and implement training programs. 
• Participate in Wage Comparability studies and collaborate with CFO/COO to update payscale as needed.
• Work with management and consultants to facilitate in-house Pre-Service Training.
• Self-Assessment Coordinator: create Self-Assessment Plan and work with Self-Assessment Teams to create Self-Assessment Report and Program Improvement Plan. Present Self-Assessment Plan, Report, and Program Improvement Plan to the Board, Policy Council, and Policy Committee for approval as applicable. 
• Backup for the Onboarding Program in the absence of the HR Manager
• Administration has the ability to assign additional duties as needed for the benefit of the agency.             
• Update Standard Operating Procedures Manual 

Desired Qualifications

• Strong problem solving skills
• Knowledge in Head Start/Early Head Start and nonprofit organizations
• Able to multi-task
• Experience in professional communications and reporting functions.  

Requirements

• B.A. or B.S. Degree in related field
• At least 5 years of HR experience
• Supervisory Experience
• Experience in a professional office environment.  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills.  
• Must be able to effectively communicate information and ideas both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time. 

Salary:  See the most recent salary schedule.

FLSA Status:   Exempt, Full-Time