Human Resources Director

The Senior Executive, Human Resources plays a critical leadership role in shaping and advancing the organization’s people strategy. This leader will oversee organizational development, workforce planning, talent management, compensation & benefits, HR systems, employee relations, compliance, and culture initiatives—all while aligning HR practices with the mission, values, and operational strategy of the organization.

This role requires a seasoned HR leader who can serve as a strategic advisor, culture champion, and operational expert.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Strategy & Change Leadership

• Drive organizational design, strategic workforce planning, and change initiatives.
• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to the CEO and leadership team.
• Lead HR initiatives that enhance culture, employee engagement, and alignment with mission and values.
• Support policy changes, new initiatives, and process improvements.
• Ensure adherence to ethical, legal, and regulatory standards across all HR functions.
• Lead staffing operations and support short-term event workforce planning

Talent Development & Performance Management

• Build career paths, leadership development, and coaching programs.
• Align learning and development with business goals.
• Oversee training programs that enhance staff capabilities.
• Manage performance management processes and talent reviews.
• Support compensation decisions with equitable, unbiased practices.
• Drive succession planning and identify high-potential talent.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead recruitment strategies for full-time and seasonal workforce needs.
• Drive employer branding, sourcing strategies, and selection processes.
• Oversee ATS management to streamline recruiting, tracking, and onboarding.
• Design onboarding programs focused on cultural alignment and early success.
• Manage agency relationships as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Oversee compensation structure, job analysis, market benchmarking, and pay equity audits.
• Manage executive compensation, total rewards strategy, and benefits programs.
• Lead communication of total rewards through statements, guides, and workshops.

Employee Relations

• Maintain and communicate organizational policies and procedures.
• Handle conflict resolution, investigations, and disciplinary processes.
• Guide managers on performance issues and corrective action.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends.
• Support DEI efforts and foster a positive, inclusive culture.
• Lead recognition and engagement programs using key metrics and feedback tools.

HR Systems & Analytics

• Lead selection and optimization of HRIS, ATS, and LMS platforms.
• Use data, KPIs, and benchmarks to drive decision-making and demonstrate ROI.
• Build transparent performance and recognition systems tied to business outcomes.
• Develop measurable outcomes supporting overall HR operational goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (HR, Business, Org Development, or related field). Master’s degree preferred.
• HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• 10 years of progressive HR experience, including 5 years in senior HR leadership.
• Demonstrated success leading HR strategy, talent management, workforce planning, and organizational change.
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and board members.
• Expertise across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment and succession planning.
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits, engagement strategies, HR analytics, and employment law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in nonprofit, youth development, sports organizations, or mission-driven environments preferred.
• Experience managing a seasonal workforce is a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Professional office environment with hybrid flexibility after one year (up to 2 days/week).
• Frequent use of computers, phones, and standard office technology.
• Ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods.
• Occasional travel for events and staffing needs, especially July–August.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs for event setup/teardown.
• Some evening and weekend work required.