Equal Justice USA Hiring for People and Culture Manager at Brooklyn, NY Full Time

Company Description

About us: Equal Justice USA (EJUSA) is a national organization working to transform the justice system by promoting responses to violence that break cycles of trauma. We work at the intersection of criminal justice, public health, and racial justice to elevate healing and safety over retribution, advance racial equity, and meet the needs of survivors.

How we do it: Our programs work to end the death penalty, expand community-based healing and violence prevention programs in impacted communities, reduce the scope of policing, and change the national narrative on violence and accountability. EJUSA has a bold vision for healing and equity that directly aligns with this urgent national moment – making this an exciting time to join our team and design the next phase of EJUSA’s strategy!

Our team members: EJUSA is a team of fierce organizers and advocates, many of whom have been touched by violence and the justice system. We bring a broad span of perspectives to our work, united by one common belief that everyone deserves safety, healing, equity, and well-being.

What it’s like to work here: EJUSA is a special place to work. Our team is made up of passionate and collaborative leaders who treat each other as whole people. Our organizational culture is rooted in the values that drive our mission, so we work to ensure that equity, partnership, transcending divides, and healing are embedded into every aspect of our daily operations, from staff policies to salaries. We are an entirely remote organization and have been honing ways of building and maintaining trust across our team virtually since long before the rest of the world had to.

Job Description

About this role: We seek an energetic, creative, highly organized relationship builder with strong communication and workplace culture development skills with a race equity lens to support our People Department. This position will work closely with the Director of Talent and Equity to manage our employee life cycle, which includes recruitment, hiring, on-boarding, employee engagement & retention, and offboarding. This is an excellent opportunity to hone alternative Human Resource practices as part of a dynamic people-centered team that is working to bring a community and healing-centered lens to traditional Human Resource practices. The ideal candidate will be passionate about connecting in meaningful ways with people who want to make a difference in Social Justice. As one of three dedicated People Department staff members, you will gain insight into every aspect of the department and organization.

EJUSA has 34 staff members throughout the country and a small national office in Brooklyn, NY. This is a remote position that will report to the Director of Talent and Equity.

Qualifications

• Excellent written, and verbal communication, organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail and deadlines.
• Robust customer service approach; gets joy out of helping others.
• Knowledge of human resources regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to anticipate challenges and problem-solve in advance.
• Shows great personal discretion and handling the most sensitive employee information.
• Flexibility; able to plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
• A logistical mindset; enjoys building plans behind the scenes and seeing projects through.
• Ability to work with and adapt to a diverse set of audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365, Google Suite applications, DropBox, HR Information Systems, etc.
• Resourceful, diligent, creative, friendly personality, sense of humor, and the ability to work with different personalities.
• Commitment to the mission and core values of Equal Justice USA.
• PHR or SHRM certification preferred.

Responsibilities:

People and Collaboration

• Support talent acquisition activities for open positions, such as market intelligence research, recruitment, interviewing, on-boarding, and 90-day check-ins.
• Lead and manage systems and processes for staff on-boarding and off-boarding.
• Lead and manage EJUSA’s Internship and fellowship program.
• Actively engage and participate in team and department activities that contribute to the achievement of team/department goals and visions.
• Grow as an individual who is committed to being an antiracist.
• Actively contribute to creating a culture of respect, inclusion, and collaboration.

Culture and Resources

• Conduct employee satisfaction surveys, stay interviews, and other activities to measure employee views and implement programs to enhance employee engagement.
• Lead quarterly staff appreciation events.
• Foster a culture of open, honest, and transparent communication, as well as belonging.
• Incorporate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, & Accessibility into all aspects of our people activities.
• Collaborate with the Director of Talent & Equity to make mental health resources accessible to staff.
• Standing Member in the retreat team and wellness team.
• Ensuring that all organizational and staff-related training guides, policy manuals, and HR resources are maintained and up to date.
• Serve as a resource to staff with workplace-related questions, comments, feedback, and/or challenges.
• Keep updated with the latest HR trends, best practices, and employment laws and regulations nationwide.
• Other special projects and duties as needed.

Additional Information

Location: Remote

Compensation: $70k- $74k commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits including employer-paid medical and dental care, retirement plan, paid vacation, sick days, holidays, disability insurance, and professional development allowance.

Other Perks:

• While we have 40-hour work weeks, employees of EJUSA also enjoy human-first wellness-focused schedules because we understand that life happens and the impact of the work is more important than strict adherence to structures.
• We come together as a group in person twice a year for week-long staff retreats to bond, plan, learn, and hang together at different locations throughout the country. Past destinations include Newark, Tampa, Philadelphia, and Puerto Rico.
• We have structures to support and back up our organizational values, ranging from benefits that help cover home office set-up, cell phone bills, and caregiving emergencies.
• Staff members also have the opportunity to join affinity-based caucuses, a wellness team dedicated to centering the physical and mental health of all staff, the retreat team to help plan our semi annual convening, and our race equity leadership team that contributes to our organizational commitment to becoming an anti-racist community.

Target start date: July 2023

To apply:

• Visit www.ejusa.org/jobs to apply online
• Upload a resume AND complete the screening questionnaire
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Applications will be reviewed immediately on a rolling basis
• No calls, please

EJUSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply, including those impacted by the issues we work on. We consider all applicants on the basis of their ability to perform the job, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, physical appearance, age, mental or physical disability, credit history, veteran status, uniform service member status, justice system involvement, survivor of domestic violence, stalking, or other crimes, political affiliation, or any other legally protected class. EJUSA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment against any of the above-listed classes.