Director of People and Culture

NCJW • Washington, DC

49d • $120,000 - $140,000

About The Position

NCJW seeks a Director of People and Culture to play a pivotal role in shaping and fostering the organizational culture at NCJW. This senior leadership position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to attract, develop, and retain a diverse and talented and growing national workforce. The Director will work closely with executive leadership to align human resources practices with NCJW's mission and values, ensuring a positive and inclusive workplace where every member of the organization can thrive. As a key representative of NCJW, the Director will be responsible for modeling the organization’s values and making decisions that prioritize the overall health, effectiveness, and reputation of the organization. They will be values-driven, agile, curious, and foster an environment of joy and collaboration while ensuring the organization is following best practices and applicable laws. The Director will report to the Executive Vice President.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience in human resources leadership, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
• Strong understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Architect and champion initiatives, processes, and structures that reinforce and enhance NCJW's organizational culture.
• Foster an inclusive and equitable workplace environment that values diversity and promotes collaboration.
• Oversee and update the policies of the organization, expectations of staff, and materials to support ongoing work.
• Lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent that aligns with NCJW's mission and values.
• Design and implement professional development programs to nurture the growth and skills of employees.
• Create, oversee, and execute an onboarding process for new employees and an offboarding process for employees leaving the organization.
• Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Implement feedback mechanisms to assess and respond to the needs of the workforce.
• Address employee relations issues promptly and effectively, promoting a positive work environment and preventing future issues.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Drive initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement policies that foster a fair and respectful workplace.
• Oversee performance management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide guidance to managers on employee performance, coaching, and development
• Manage and continuously improve the organization's benefits and compensation programs.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices to remain competitive.

Benefits

• NCJW offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including 30+ paid Federal and Jewish Holidays each year, plus paid vacation time, sick time, and extensive paid leave.
• In addition, NCJW offers a retirement savings account with employer match, health insurance, dental, vision, disability insurance, professional development, life insurance, flexible spending account, trans health coverage, transit benefits, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, and abortion procedure funding.

What This Job Offers

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