Part-Time HR Director

Massachusetts Life Sciences Center•Waltham, MA

About The Position

The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center is a mission-driven state/quasi-government entity focused on high-quality public service, operational excellence, and a values-aligned workplace. With approximately 30 employees, it operates with the agility of a small organization and the accountability of a public institution. The part-time HR Director leads all aspects of Human Resources and serves as the Center’s primary HR point of contact and a trusted advisor to the CEO, executive leadership team, managers, and employees. This highly visible, hands-on leadership role advances the people infrastructure while partnering with people leaders to strengthen culture, performance, organizational health, and leadership capability. The role oversees HR operations, employee relations, and people processes, and is eligible for benefits. The salary range is $70,000–$80,000 per year.

Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including direct partnership with executive teams.
Demonstrated expertise in leadership development, organizational development, and talent strategy.
Proven ability to influence senior leaders, navigate complexity, and drive enterprise-level change.
Strong facilitation skills.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution.
Exceptional communication, judgment, and relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a state or government environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary HR advisor to the CEO on organizational health, leadership effectiveness, and enterprise-wide talent priorities.
Partner with the executive leadership team to align people strategy with business strategy and promote clarity, accountability, and effective team dynamics.
Facilitate executive team development, including leadership assessments, coaching plans, and team-effectiveness interventions.
Partner with the CEO and executive team to model behaviors and build a culture of trust and transparency.
Oversee and execute performance management strategy, supporting clear expectations, accountability, and meaningful feedback.
Partner with leaders to redesign roles, teams, and structures as the Center evolves.
Lead change management for enterprise initiatives and equip leaders to communicate, influence, and execute effectively.
Oversee core HR functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, compliance, performance management, benefits, and HR systems.
Ensure HR policies, practices, procedures, and processes are current, equitable, and aligned with organizational values.
Lead all aspects of Human Resources and serve as the Center’s primary HR point of contact for leaders and employees.