Director, Human Resources - Non-Profit

Director, Human Resources - Nonprofit

Arlington, VA - hybrid

Lead and manage all HR functions within the organization. Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and programs to support the organization's goals and objectives. Collaborate with executives, senior management, and others to ensure alignment between HR initiatives and the overall business strategy. Manage a team of two HR professionals including corporate culture, talent acquisition, continuous workforce improvement and planning, employee engagement/relations, change management, performance management, training and development, total rewards, inclusion and diversity, and policy development and compliance.

What you'll do

• Strategic HR Planning: Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organization's objectives. Identify current and future HR needs and proposes solutions to enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Employee Relations

  Handle employee relations issues including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures. Promote a positive work environment and foster employee engagement and morale.

  
  

• Unions and Collective Bargaining

  Provide consulting and insights into contract negotiations/agreements. Serve as the HR point of contact for addressing labor relations, compensation, benefits, and talent management issues/inquiries related to union involvement (in partnership with WETA’s legal team). Partner closely with union representatives as needed.

  
  

• Policy Development and Compliance

  Establish HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Provide guidance and support to management and employees on HR-related matters.

  
  

• Talent Acquisition and Management

  Oversee the recruitment and selection process to attract and retain top talent. Develop workforce planning strategies to address current and future staffing needs. Oversee employee onboarding, orientation, and training programs.

  
  

• Performance Management

  Develop and implement performance management systems to evaluate employee performance and productivity. Provide coaching and feedback to managers and employees to support professional development and goal attainment.

  
  

• Compensation and Benefits

  Oversee the design and administration of compensation and benefits programs. Conduct salary surveys and analyze compensation trends to ensure competitive pay practices.

  
  

• HR Metrics and Reporting

  Establish key HR metrics and analytics to measure the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives. Prepare regular reports for senior management on HR metrics, trends, and outcomes.

  
  

• Employee Development

  Design and implement employee development programs to enhance skills and competencies. Identify training needs and collaborate with managers to develop training plans.

  
  

• HR Technology and Systems

  Evaluate and implements HR technology solutions to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency. Manage HRIS and ensure data accuracy and integrity.

  
  

What you'll need to succeed (requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree and demonstrated ability to lead and manage an HR team, provide direction, coaching, and mentoring to ensure effective performance.
• Strong employee relations skills including experience handling issues, investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Thorough understanding of employment laws and regulations to ensure the organization's HR practices comply with legal requirements.
• Proficiency using data and analytics to measure HR metrics such as turnover rates, employee engagement, and workforce productivity.
• Ability to manage organizational change effectively including restructuring, mergers/acquisitions, and culture transformation.
• Adherence to ethical standards and maintaining confidentiality with sensitive HR information.
• Excellent negotiation for HR-related agreements and resolving conflicts between employees or departments.
• Familiarity with HRIS for managing payroll, performance evaluations, applicant tracking, and other HR functions.
• Capacity to develop long-term HR plans aligned with organizational goals and adapt strategies to evolving business needs.
• Awareness and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Knowledge of union rules and laws.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office.
• SPHR preferred.

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