Chief People Officer, Arc Industries

Position Summary:

The Chief People Officer (CPO) reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and serves as a key executive leadership team member. This role is accountable for developing and executing a people strategy that aligns with ARC’s strategic priorities and drives organizational performance.

The CPO leads all aspects of talent and culture, including succession planning, leadership development, workforce planning, performance management, change leadership, compensation, and total rewards. They are also responsible for building and aligning a high-performing HR team with the capabilities needed to meet evolving business needs.

This executive partners closely with the CEO, senior leadership, and the board to position HR as a proactive driver of business results, operational readiness, and cultural alignment.

Who We Are:

With Adult Resource Centers and community hubs throughout the City of Columbus and central Ohio, ARC provides meaningful social, recreation, and skill-building programs for adults with disabilities. In addition, ARC offers community-based job training programs with paid work experiences and job placement services in partnership with Central Ohio’s leading employers.

What We Do:

ARC’s purpose is to support individuals with disabilities and/or other life barriers through charitable and educational activities, including, but not limited to: employment placement and training, adult services, vocational opportunities, education and therapy, and related supports. Learn more at arcind.com

Must Haves:

Demonstrate the ability to develop and execute a comprehensive people strategy aligned with organizational goals

Experience leading high-performing HR teams with deep functional expertise and strong cross-functional collaboration

Ability to design and implement a talent strategy that attracts, develops, and retains HR professionals across multiple specialties

Demonstrated agility in managing change, navigating complexity, and driving strategic transformation

Executive presence with the ability to influence senior leaders, board members, and cross-functional stakeholders

Expertise in leadership development, workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and performance management

Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement skills.High emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of the organization

Deep knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and regulatory standards

Strong organizational and execution skills with attention to detail and accountability

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Lead the development and execution of ARC’s people strategy in alignment with organizational objectives

Partner with the CEO and executive team to ensure talent strategies support operational and strategic priorities

Oversee key HR functions including succession planning, talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, performance management, total rewards, and training

Build, lead, and align a high-performing HR team across specialized functions

Establish and manage systems to track, evaluate, and report on HR metrics and impact

Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and a strategic partner to the leadership team and board of directors

Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and leadership development across the organization

Ensure compliance with employment law and regulatory standards through effective policy and risk management

Continuously assess and improve the people function to meet evolving organizational needs and industry best practices

Performs other related duties as assigned