- Actively work with business leaders and employees to support the daytoday needs of the employees and teams related to Human Resources and Culture
- Provide support and guidance when complex specialized and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation investigating allegations of wrongdoing and terminations.
- Perform routine tasks and provide oversight required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation benefits and leave; employee relations including disputes and investigations; performance management and compensation; productivity recognition and morale; and occupational health and safety
- Manage and oversee the work of the Payroll and HR Associate
- Review track and document compliance with mandatory and nonmandatory training continuing education and work assessments which may include safety training antiharassment training professional licensure and aptitude exams and certifications.
- Maintain compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations and recommend best practices
- Review policies and practices to ensure consistency across the organization and make adjustments to maintain compliance at the local state and federal levels
- Advise managers on the resolution of employee relations and performance management issues provide coaching counseling and conflict resolution.
- Partner with leadership to identify and execute training and development opportunities.
- Lead the creation of learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees including high potential employees.
- Ensure participation and HR representation in cross divisional projects and committees as well as participation in Committees
- Maintain knowledge of trends best practices regulatory changes and modern technologies in human resources talent management and employment law.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education And/or Experience
Minimum working experience
- Minimum Bachelor s degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field required
- Certification through HRCI or SHRM
- At least seven years of experience in human resources
- At least two years managing others
- Experience in a field related to the client s mission programs or priorities Preferred Qualifications
- Master s in Human Resources Management Organizational Leadership/Management or related field.
- Experience in multiple areas of HR including employee relations negotiations training payroll etc.
- Bilingual a plus
- Experience working for a nonprofit organization
Competencies
- A demonstrated understanding of and track record of success in human resources including a thorough knowledge of employmentrelated laws and regulations
- Superior writing skills and demonstrated experience in communicating complex human resources and legal information to stakeholders
- Ability to communicate and build relationships with staff at all levels of the organization
- A selfstarter capable of working independently and under tight and sometimes competing deadlines
- Ability to manage multiple conflicting deadlines and maintain disciplined adherence to individual and team goals in dynamic situations
- Ability to work effectively and maintain positive relationships with internal staff members and external constituents
- Ability to act with integrity professionalism and confidentiality
- Proficiency with or the ability to learn the organization s HRIS Talent Management and other organizational systems DocuSign Envelope
Personal Characteristics
- Orientation to and background of servant leadership
- Passion for the clients mission and purpose and ability to communicate this passion to others
- Ability to serve as an advocate and exemplar for the vision values and mission of our client
- Demonstrated strong relational skills
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
- Ability to hold people accountable to expectations
- Ability to have fun at work
Education And/or Experience Minimum working experience Minimum Bachelor s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required Certification through HRCI or SHRM At least seven years of experience in human resources At least two years managing others Experience in a field related to CDF s mission, programs, or priorities Preferred Qualifications Master s in Human Resources Management, Organizational Leadership/Management or related field. Experience in multiple areas of HR including employee relations, negotiations, training, payroll, etc. Bilingual a plus Experience working for a non-profit organization Competencies A demonstrated understanding of and track record of success in human resources including a thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations Superior writing skills and demonstrated experience in communicating complex human resources and legal information to stakeholders Ability to communicate and build relationships with staff at all levels of the organization A self-starter, capable of working independently and under tight and sometimes competing deadlines Ability to manage multiple conflicting deadlines and maintain disciplined adherence to individual and team goals in dynamic situations Ability to work effectively and maintain positive relationships with internal staff members and external constituents Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality Proficiency with or the ability to learn the organization s HRIS, Talent Management and other organizational systems DocuSign Envelope Personal Characteristics Orientation to and background of servant leadership Passion for CDF's mission and purpose and ability to communicate this passion to others Ability to serve as an advocate and exemplar for the vision, values, and mission of the Children s Defense Fund Demonstrated strong relational skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to hold people accountable to expectations Ability to have fun at work