Director of Human Resources (Full Time)

ON YOUR MARK INC • New York, NY

2d • $100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources is a strategic, hands-on leadership role overseeing the organization’s HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, compensation and benefits, and organizational development. The Director advises leadership and helps foster a positive, inclusive, high-performing workplace culture while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality. The role also leads HR staff and functions, manages HR systems and reporting, and ensures accurate, compliant employee records.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Knowledge of OPWDD rules and regulations.
• Proven experience developing and implementing HR strategies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and team development skills.
• Emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability and willingness to learn new computer programs and systems as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or PHR certification.
• Familiarity with HRIS/payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Advise senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and culture initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, staff training, onboarding and offboarding, and retention strategies.
• Develop performance management systems and employee engagement initiatives.
• Support leadership in succession planning and talent development.
• Provide guidance and resolution for employee relations issues.
• Foster a workplace culture emphasizing equity, inclusion, and respect.
• Ensure consistent application of policies and procedures across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as OPWDD employment regulations.
• Keep current with HR best practices and new technologies to continuously improve the HR function.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee investigations, disciplinary actions, and risk management; anticipate problems and recommend and initiate appropriate resolutions.
• Oversee benefits administration and vendor relationships, and manage benefits programs.
• Oversee DBL, WC, PFL, and FMLA administration, communication, and compliance.
• Lead and supervise HR staff and functions.
• Implement and manage HR systems and data reporting.
• Monitor HR metrics and use data to drive decision-making.
• Manage accurate, compliant employee data systems and maintain official employment files.
• Learn new computer programs and systems as needed and instruct others in their use.
• Maintain communication with agency and program leadership, employees, and outside organizations.

Benefits

• Optional medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Medical FSA and Dependent Care Account.
• Partial medical deductible reimbursement.
• 401(k) with Safe Harbor match.
• Generous PTO.

What This Job Offers

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