Human Resources Director

Job Description

The Partnership for Children of Essex (PCE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a pathway for hope and improving the quality of life for youth and their families.

Partnership for Children of Essex (PCE) is currently seeking a Human Resources Director:

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated individual who is passionate about delivering outstanding service every day in support of the team that serves children and families in Essex County.

Key responsibilities include:

Collaborates with senior leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.

Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, processes, training, and initiatives to support the organization’s human resource compliance and strategy needs.

Oversees the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.

Identifies staffing and recruiting needs; develops and executes best practices for hiring and talent management.

Monitors and ensures the organization’s compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.

Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.

Plans and executes employee engagement initiatives and staff events.

Works closely with the Compliance Manager to develop and update Human Resource policies.

Oversees employee disciplinary meetings (if needed), terminations, and investigations.

Attend monthly Board meetings and take minutes.

Perform other miscellaneous duties, as assigned by the leadership team.

Qualifications:

Advance the mission, values, and philosophy of the Partnership for Children of Essex on behalf of staff, children, and families.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

At least five years of human resource management experience required.

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR preferred.

Must present a positive and professional image that reflects well on the Partnership for Children of Essex.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.

Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems (ADP Workforce Now preferred).

Must pass a criminal background check.

Bilingual a plus.

Excellent benefits including medical, dental & vision, 403(b), generous PTO, life insurance, flexible schedule.

PCE is An Equal Opportunity Employer- M/F/D/V

Full-time