VP/Senior Human Resources Manager

East Cambridge Savings Bank•Cambridge, MA

14h

About The Position

Under the guidance of the Executive Vice President/ Chief Human Resources Officer, plans, manages and organizes the daily operations of the Bank’s personnel functions in accordance with established Bank policies, procedures and strategic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
At least seven years of progressive experience in Human Resources with management experience.
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, planning, problem solving and communications skills.

Responsibilities

Assists with the development and implementation of HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of overall strategic and business operations objectives.
Oversees the development, and implementation of operational policies and procedures to ensure the efficient operation of all personnel functions. Oversees the completion and accuracy of procedures manuals, annual budget, and personnel files and records.
Oversees the activities of subordinate personnel providing guidance with complex problems or situations. Communicates information on new and revised policies and procedures on an ongoing basis. Conducts performance evaluations of subordinates and communicates exceptions.
Provides guidance to management with respect to HR-related policy interpretation, employment law, and employee relations issues as needed. Resolves employee relations matters. Ensures human resources practices comply with applicable laws and regulations. Designs and prepares all government and internal reports as needed and as required.
Oversees and ensures the accuracy and completion of required reports, tracking and documentation for Affirmative Action and Diversity Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) compliance. May serve as Clerk of the DEI Committee.
Assists in developing, conducting and evaluating learning & development educational programs. Maintains, facilitates, and ensures the ongoing effectiveness of management and leadership development programs.
Assists with the development and implementation of comprehensive compensation and benefit plans that are competitive and cost-effective for the Bank. Oversees the implementation and management of the Bank’s salary administration program. Maintains position evaluation system and ensures adequacy of salary structures. Manages approved incentive plans bank-wide and ensures compensation programs are up to date and competitive.
Oversees the Bank’s benefit programs. Ensures compliance with benefit regulations recommending improvements as needed. Communicates existing programs and changes to employees. Evaluates benefits package and retirement plans to assess competitiveness of the overall program and cost effectiveness to the Bank. Ensures compliance with vacation policy and guidelines. Serves as Clerk of the Retirement Plans Committee.
Oversees the payroll function including all processing, filing federal and state tax returns, submitting required reports, processing entries for benefit withholding, etc. Monitors payroll and compensation compliance. Recommends improvements as needed. Resolves payroll and compensation compliance problems. Resolves payroll discrepancies.
Assists with the development of comprehensive strategic recruitment to meet human capital needs based on strategic goals. Oversees recruitment process in accordance with established policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Manages employee satisfaction addressing issues such as, organizational change, agility, ethics and values, social networking, employee engagement and commitment.
Performs operational audits to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, and for compliance with laws and regulations in preparation for audits and regulatory exams.
Assists in maintaining the Bank’s talent management and succession planning programs providing guidance to management in employee career development matters. Recommends management tools and talent development strategies as needed.
Performs related managerial, administrative and special projects as required or assigned to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of the human resources function.
Participates in civic activities to promote growth and development in the community and a positive image for the Bank.
Maintains knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Customer Identification Program (CIP), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulatory requirements. Ensures that management and staff members complete BSA - related annual training in a timely manner and that all BSA procedures are followed when applicable. Identifies and reports compliance related issues and suspicious activity.
Represents the Bank as a member of various internal and external committees, local community groups, Human Resources affiliations and boards.