Vice President of HR

W S DARLEY & CO • Itasca, IL

224d

About The Position

The VP of HR will be a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the company. This includes talent management, organizational and performance management, training and development, and compensation. The CHRO will provide strategic leadership by articulating HR needs and plans to the executive management team, shareholders, and the board of directors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management; master’s degree in business or human resource management preferred.
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Minimum of 10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in HR software and data analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to strictly adhere to the ISO9001 quality standards.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Generative Artificial Intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the company’s business objectives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define the organization’s long-term mission.
• Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to increase the efficiency of departments and services performed (LEAN thinking).
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, and succession planning processes to ensure the company attracts and retains top talent.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts.
• Develop organizational initiatives to boost employee satisfaction and engagement.
• Implement performance appraisal systems and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Develop and oversee training programs to enhance employee skills and career development.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with union representatives.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and union contracts.
• Address and resolve labor disputes and grievances.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across a multi-state organization.
• Create and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential HR risks.
• Utilize HR metrics to provide insights and drive decision-making.
• Create and implement HR financial metrics and analytics to identify trends, propose improvements, and drive data-informed decision-making for Human Resource Department.
• Promote diversity and inclusion initiatives to create a more equitable workplace.

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability
• HSA with Darley contribution
• FSA
• 401K/Roth with match and profit sharing
• Darley paid life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees