Director of Human Resources

Safe Place For Youth • Venice, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for managing and monitoring the following functional areas: employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, policy development and implementation, employment law compliance, payroll functions, benefits administration, leaves and terminations, performance reviews, and risk management. This position requires an extremely perceptive, flexible, and proactive person who is capable of relating to and working collaboratively with individuals at all levels within the organization.

Requirements

• SHRM or PHR Certification required.
• 4-5 years of experience coaching, training and developing talent is required.
• Expertise in human resources best practices and California laws is required.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• High level of confidentiality and integrity when dealing with sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated ability to manage major projects or initiatives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace.
• High comfort level working in a diverse environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Successfully pass a Live Scan background check after receiving an offer of employment and provide proof of TB test or PPD Risk assessment within the last 60 days.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Management or related field is preferred.
• Masters degree in any related field is preferred.
• California Law HR Specialty Credential preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in the California non-profit sector is preferred.
• An ideal candidate would demonstrate a history of developing policies and developing programs designed for employees with lived experience of homelessness
• Commitment to and passion for the mission, vision, values and culture of SPY.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Human Resources (HR) department and personnel, and work closely with SPY’s external HR team to assure seamless and comprehensive HR support.
• Lead performance management for all HR team members including coaching, disciplinary processes, and assurance that department goals and deadlines are met.
• Implement trauma-informed organizational practices within HR and provide trauma-informed, strengths-based supervision and professional development for supervisees.
• Communicate with management and employees on various human resource policies, procedures, laws, standards and other government relations.
• Ensure all HR policies, procedures, and training programs are consistently administered, aligned with organizational goals and in compliance with professional and regulatory standards; monitor adherence to rules, regulations and procedures.
• Develop and implement new policies as needed and ensure that SPY’s employee handbook, Workplace violence Prevention Program, and any other necessary documents, are accurate and updated annually.
• Assure compliance with SPY’s Illness and Injury Prevention and Workplace Violence Prevention Programs, including management training, incident report completion, tracking, and all other procedures necessary for compliance
• Administer SPY’s compensation program, career pathways, and execute the performance evaluation process
• Assure appropriate maintenance and auditing of employee files and job description.
• Receive, manage, and guide timely and comprehensive responses to complaints and employee relations issues.
• Negotiate and manage employee benefits plans, including claims resolution; support staff with benefits; communicate benefits information; and manage open enrollment.
• Conduct recruitment for all positions, and temporary employees; manage internships; conduct new employee orientations; and monitor employee development and lifecycle.
• Work closely with other supervisors and external HR team to assure timely and comprehensive performance management across the agency.
• Manage implementation of payroll bi-weekly, ensuring accuracy, proper funding allocations, and timely disbursements of final paychecks
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Facilitates professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
• Manage HR budget and assure appropriate stewardship of funds.
• Represent the organization for any unemployment or other legal claims.
• Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer on other organizational matters as needed, including strategic planning issues, budget matters, employee engagement and retention strategies, staff development and other organizational development issues.
• Completes regular reporting, including monthly outcomes reporting.
• Serves as the ADA and HIPAA compliance officer.
• Collaborates with Operations, to assure OSHA standards are met.
• Actively engage in organizational risk management, including co-leading SPY’s Safety Committee and leading the HR Safety Committee, including driving the organizational safety projects associated with those convening.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Benefits

• comprehensive health coverage
• 403b with agency contribution
• ample paid time off
• professional development opportunities that are tailored to your individual career growth

What This Job Offers

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