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The Director of HR Business Partnership will be responsible for delivering human resources strategies and services that support the organization’s mission and strategic objectives. This role will be critical in helping our growing organization with best practices that enable us to retain and grow our teams. You will partner closely with leaders, front line managers and employees to assess and address HR needs, implementation of key initiatives, prioritize coaching and training to support managers and employees The Director takes the lead in employee relations matters and investigations, partnering with the SVP on escalations. The role requires a strong focus on equity and diversity, as well as a deep understanding of HR operations, coaching, training, performance management, and employee relations.
The position requires flexibility, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment on several projects and tasks simultaneously, and strong organizational, interpersonal skills and leadership skills. This role is a hybrid role based in our New York headquarters location with some remote work and occasional travel as needed
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with various departments and teams to assess and address HR needs, staffing plans, and to implement key HR initiatives.
- Work with managers and employees to provide coaching and training on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Partner with SVP on people and equity strategies that align with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
- Ensures HR policies and practices are carried out in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the organization such as employee resource groups.
- Partner with leaders to establish talent maps, role leveling and guidance on organizational design.
- Partner with the HR team to implement performance management programs that support employee growth and development, as well as organizational effectiveness.
- Develop and implement programs and initiatives that promote employee engagement and well-being.
- Serve as lead on employee relations issues including investigations and terminations.
- Define and manage the leave of absence process.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Competencies:
- Scope and Execution:
- Are responsible for a functional area or core program/product; you are capable of managing rare or complex challenges or projects.
- Anticipate and plan for operational challenges or roadblocks within your function and proactively develop solutions.
- Play an active role in informing your department-level strategic planning and annual budgeting needs.
- Regularly provide impactful mentorship & coaching to others.
- Communication:
- Are skilled at crafting and delivering company messages that build enthusiasm and motivate the team. You clearly tell the story of JED’s mission, vision, and future goals.
- Drive discussions at a function level to help identify and manage gaps, challenges, and opportunities for work.
- Are approachable and foster candid two-way communication, and mentor others so they can do the same.
- Aim to share as much information as possible, but understand when to keep certain company information confidential.
- Collaboration and Cross Team Impact:
- Lead cross-functional collaboration that results in positive business outcomes. You have a strong track record of collaborating productively with all levels and have influence/impact across the company.
- Proactively identify and disrupt working silos on team.
- Produce work that has a clear impact on the overall business; you are fluent in JED’s vision and priorities.
- JED Citizenship
- Understand the big picture and are willing to make tradeoffs to prioritize company success.
- Have the maturity and experience to artfully navigate tricky team dynamics, difficult conversations, and/or sharing company messages while maintaining necessary professional confidences.
- Role model prioritizing self-care; you understand what a healthy work-life balance is and you support others in achieving the right balance for them.
- Learning and Feedback:
- Solicit, integrate, and provide feedback to stakeholders across the company as it relates to your domain.
- Are comfortable with uncertainty; you make smart decisions by anticipating potential issues and researching best practices in any scenario.
- Are receptive to different ideas, suggestions, and opinions.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Masters degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior HR business partner role.
- Experience in fast paced and growing organizations is preferred.
- Experience managing leave of absence process.
- Demonstrated expertise in HR operations, coaching, training, performance management, employee relations and diversity and inclusion.
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain trust with colleagues, stakeholders, and clients.
- Proven ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
- Strong understanding of ethical principles and codes of conduct related to confidentiality and discretion.
- Passion for young adult mental health and alignment with JED’s Guiding Principles and Shared Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Antiracism.
Pay Ranges / Location / Travel Information
Pay Ranges:
The range listed on this job posting is based on JED’s compensation posting ranges. Salaries may be higher or lower depending on experience and geographic location.
The range listed on this job posting is based on JED’s compensation posting ranges. Salaries may be higher or lower depending on experience and geographic location.
Location/Travel Information:
Please note that this position is HYBRID (minimum 1-3 times onsite), and the remainder will be work-from-home. This role will require retreat/business meetings at JED’s central office in NYC or other locations as designated by JED leadership. Additional travel may be required.
About The Jed Foundation
JED is a nonprofit that protects emotional health and prevents suicide for our nation’s teens and young adults. We’re partnering with high schools and colleges to strengthen their mental health, substance misuse and suicide prevention programs and systems. We’re equipping teens and young adults with the skills and knowledge to help themselves and each other. We’re encouraging community awareness, understanding and action for young adult mental health.
Application Deadline
April 27, 2023
Department
HR/People & Equity
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Remote
Workplace type
Hybrid
Compensation
$97,000 – $131,000 / year
Reporting To
SVP, People and Equity
