Senior Director of Human Resources - Sourcebooks

Join us in this exciting role of Senior Human Resources Director at Sourcebooks, the 7th largest book publisher in the U.S.!  

In this role, you’ll work on employee engagement strategies that ignite passion. You're not just sitting behind a desk: Sourcebooks is a workplace that fosters growth and creativity for all employees, and as our new Senior Human Resources Director, you’ll get to be a part of our story.

But wait, there's more: this is a chance to be part of something bigger. At Sourcebooks, we’re redefining what a book publisher looks like in the 21^st century. This is an opportunity to join a team of passionate book lovers who are rewriting the rules. So if you're ready to ignite your passion and make a real impact, then we want to hear from you.   

Please be sure to include a strong cover letter about your interest in Sourcebooks.  

This is a hybrid position (2/3 days a week) at our office in Naperville, Illinois.

Director of Human Resources Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic counsel to senior-level leaders in the areas of organizational effectiveness, org design, talent management, colleague development, performance management, and coaching.
• Partner with senior management to identify and proactively develop talent through formal training, mentoring, coaching, and "stretch" assignments.
• Provide support to multiple areas of business, working cross-functionally and assisting leaders at many levels in optimizing the performance of their teams, aligning on shared goals and imperatives, and resolving issues.
• Develop and implement HR strategy that drives employee engagement.
• Oversee the talent planning processes with Talent Acquisitions Associate Director and Training and Development Associate Director to ensure plans are in place and executed to grow talent in the organization and ensure viable successors for key roles.
• Implement creative solutions to increase employee engagement and ensure retention of talent.
• Provide input and counsel in the development of human resources policies and programs.
• Lead company compliance with all existing governmental and labor legal and government reporting requirements including any related to the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), the Department of Labor, worker compensation, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and so forth.
• Direct the preparation of information requested or required for compliance with laws. Approves all information submitted. Serves as the primary contact with the company employment law attorney and outside government agencies.
• Protect the interests of employees and the company in accordance with company HR policies and governmental laws and regulations. Minimizes risk.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources  in Industrial Relations, Organizational Development, or other related discipline required. 
• 12 years of broad and progressive HR leadership for a company 250 in size.
• Must be able to roll up your sleeves and execute while also demonstrating strategic prowess.
• Deep knowledge across Human Resources, organizational design, leadership development, compensation, talent management and DEI.
• Experience managing in a matrixed environment that continuously prioritizes operational excellence.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to manage relationships effectively and diplomatically.
• Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Mission mission driven leadership; experience engaging employees with the culture in meaningful ways.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to Human Resources.
• Strong business acumen and an in-depth understanding of the HR and financial implications of business decisions.
• Decisive and logical at thoroughly evaluating issues and executes at a high level.
• Proven ability to multi-task and meet established deadlines.

About the Company
Sourcebooks is a fast-growing entrepreneurial company seeking impact players and difference makers. We create books that transcend categories and defy odds; with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards to show for it. We are a company of enthusiastic, book-loving employees who are dedicated to connecting books to readers in new and innovative ways. Every day, we are transforming the publishing industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. Story by story, book by book, we have touched over 100 million lives. Join us as we strive to change 100 million more.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, & generous paid time off.

We value the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Sourcebooks is a thriving entrepreneurial company that brings extraordinary authors to readers in the most dynamic, data-driven ways. We create books that transcend categories and defy odds, and we have been honored with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards. We are a company of enthusiastic book lovers passionate about connecting books to readers in new and innovative ways. Story by story, book by book, we have changed more than 100 million lives. Join us as we change 100 million more.