Chief Human Resources Officer

Penn Mar 2021•Freeland, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Penn-Mar Human Services is seeking a strategic, collaborative Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead its 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 the organization’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 also contributes to organization-wide policy and strategy as a member of the senior leadership team. This is a full-time executive position with a Monday-through-Friday schedule, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; evening work is required on occasion. Travel is minimal and takes place in Maryland and Pennsylvania. The work is performed in a professional office setting using standard office equipment. The role requires discretion and careful handling of confidential information.

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 in human resources, organizational development, or a related field.
SPHR or an equivalent senior-level credential.
Experience with strategic planning, multi-state operations, and board interaction.
Human services 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.