Chief Human Resources Officer

Penn-Mar Human Services • Freeland, MD

2d • $160,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Penn-Mar Human Services is seeking a strategic, collaborative Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead the organization’s people strategy and Human Resources function. Reporting to the President and Chief Executive Officer, the CHRO serves as a trusted advisor to the Leadership Team and ensures that the workforce, culture, systems, and practices support Penn-Mar’s mission and long-term success.

The CHRO leads the Human Resources team and oversees talent acquisition, team member relations and engagement, learning and development, compensation, benefits, HR technology, recognition, organizational development, and workforce analytics. The role develops and executes HR strategy, policies, procedures, and recruitment and retention initiatives; supports organizational planning and effectiveness; and ensures employment-law compliance. It also includes managing the HR budget, overseeing HR systems and analytics, administering compensation and benefits programs, participating in retirement-plan fiduciary responsibilities, and partnering with Finance on insurance and risk management.

This is a full-time executive position, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening work and minimal travel in Maryland and Pennsylvania. The work environment is a professional office setting using standard office equipment. The position requires discretion and careful handling of confidential information. Salary is $160,000–$200,000 per year, with bonus potential. Penn-Mar offers a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, organizational development, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of Human Resources experience, including five years in a senior HR supervisory role.
• Current HR certification.
• Demonstrated success leading diverse teams and developing HR strategy, policies, programs, and systems, including organizational design and change leadership.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR compliance practices.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to driving a culture of belonging, inclusion, and person-centeredness.
• Ability to serve as a trusted advisor across the full range of Human Resources matters.
• Discretion and careful handling of confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• SPHR or an equivalent senior-level credential.
• Experience with strategic planning, multi-state operations, and board interaction.
• Human service or healthcare industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Human Resources strategic objectives.
• Advise the President and CEO and Leadership Team on workforce planning, succession planning, organizational effectiveness, and team member matters.
• Lead the Human Resources team and oversee talent acquisition, team member relations and engagement, learning and development, compensation, benefits, HR technology, recognition, organizational development, and workforce analytics.
• Develop and implement agency policies, procedures, recruitment and retention strategies, and effective team member relations processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment requirements, and oversee related EEOC and Department of Labor matters, claims, and complaints.
• Lead the design and administration of competitive compensation and benefits programs and manage broker and third-party relationships.
• Oversee HR technology, HR process and systems improvement, HR business intelligence and KPIs, and analytics to support informed decision-making.
• Develop and manage the Human Resources budget and support compliance with payroll and Department of Labor requirements.
• Serve on the Retirement Committee with fiduciary responsibility for the 403(b) plan.
• Partner with Finance in the annual review of insurance and risk management programs, including workers’ compensation.
• Contribute to organization-wide policy and strategy as a member of the senior leadership team.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, HRA, FSA, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan and 457 plan.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays.
• Executive perks.
• Bonus potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive