Human Resource Director, Manhattan Youth

HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR, MANHATTAN YOUTH

Mission: To provide, regardless of income, the highest quality childcare and after-school academic programs as well as recreational and cultural activities to all individuals and families who live and work in Manhattan .

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you committed to being a part of a collective effort to strengthen the Lower Manhattan community – children, youth, seniors, and families?

Will you leverage your deep HR expertise and knowledge to develop and enforce best-practice policies, programs, and procedures?

Are you inspired to build upon the collaborative supportive results-oriented culture?

Are you a team player and open communicator committed to promoting the values of inclusion, equity, and mutual respect?

Will you ensure accountability on organizational operations, goals, and outcomes?

Do you want to come to work each day and enjoy the relationships around you?

If so, we invite you to keep reading and think about the untapped opportunities for you to contribute to an organization making a lasting difference in the lives of residents of the Manhattan community.

ABOUT MANHATTAN YOUTH

Founded in 1986 by Bob Townley with the support of Lower Manhattan parents, Manhattan Youth currently serves more than 5,000 children daily through its comprehensive After-School Programs, Community Center, and Camp. As a widely respected youth development organization, Manhattan Youth helps young people develop their athletic, artistic, and academic strengths. It imparts critical values, integrity, and personal resiliency to ensure the success of the participants in school, career, and life.

After-School Programs – Children participate daily in project-based activities, homework support, and physical exercise while school is in session. Manhattan Youth’s athletic, arts, and enrichment programs are offered in 24 Manhattan middle schools funded by New York City’s Department of Youth and Community Development and seven elementary schools that are parent/for fee supported. The organization works closely with the principals and faculty of each school to complement the school day curriculum and support a culture of learning.

Community Center – The Center serves as Manhattan Youth’s hub, offering a state-of-the-art aquatic facility for swimming programs for all ages starting with infants to children, youth, families, and seniors. Additionally, classes, workshops, and open spaces are offered in art and science and for supervised play. The Center is membership based and includes after-school classes.

The Downtown Day Camp – Manhattan Youth introduces campers from age five to 12 to a wide variety of athletics, arts, and enrichment activities in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Campers are given the tools to build positive social relationships with other campers and staff. The Camp has been in operation since 1991.

At its Community Center in Lower Manhattan there are administrative offices at 120 Warren Street. Fiscal, compliance, and payroll offices are around the corner at 66 West Broadway. Manhattan Youth also maintains a middle school office at 305 Broadway. Manhattan Youth has an annual budget of $20 million and a staff of approximately 700, including 100 full-time and 600 part-time workers.

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POSITION Summary

The Human Resource Director serves as a subject matter expert and oversees/leads the HR and employee relations functions in support of Manhattan Youth’s strategic mission, goals, and objectives.

The Human Resource Director will lead the organization’s efforts on matters including discrimination, harassment, termination, conflict, performance management, and disciplinary actions.

Essential Responsibilities

· Reports to Chief Operating Officer and acts as a trusted advisor to Executive Leadership.

· Brings highly refined skills in critical thinking, analysis, problem solving, risk assessment and prevention, and development of leadership at all levels, enabling and improving the success of workforce in achievement of strategic goals.

· Offers professional development opportunities to equip and strengthen leaders’ abilities to address performance concerns and ensure strong performance.

· Ensures compliance with workers’ compensation policies and reporting requirements.

· Manages employee complaints of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and terminations, including whistle blower policies by conducting thorough investigations, documenting findings, and ensuring timely, compliant resolutions in consultation with insurance carriers and legal counsel.

· Ensures that attendance practices reflect the organization’s commitment to consistency, compliance, and accountability.

· Demonstrates dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with Manhattan Youth’s values. Leads by example, coaching cultural competency.

· Implements and updates policies to ensure compliance with EEOC regulations regarding city, state, and federal laws and best practices.

· Leads/facilitates organization-wide staff, leadership, and professional learning and development programs to continue to enhance efficiency.

· Builds team with responsibility for hiring and termination decisions. Takes direct action or delegates, as appropriate, to resolve employee relations and employment issues.

· Drives policies, programs, and procedures to maintain organization’s ability to recruit and retain highly qualified employees.

· Maintains strict confidentiality of all HR-related matters, ensuring compliance with organization policies and legal requirements.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s or master’s degree (preferred) in human resources with SHRM-CP certification.

· Five to 10 years of experience as an HR officer specifically dealing with staff investigations and compliance issues related to harassment, discrimination, reporting, documentation, and termination.

· Extensive experience in human resources field. Current knowledge of principles and practices of employee relations necessary to achieve compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Deep knowledge: NYC, NYS, and federal employee rights laws, including Title VII, ADA, ADEA, and FMLA. Multi-sector experience, including from the private sector, is welcome.

· Strong analytical, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

· Demonstrated experience advising managers and resolving complex employee relations matters.

· A balance of confidence in decision making and diplomacy, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.

· In-depth employee benefits field experience.

· The demonstrated ability and versatility to lead a team of professionals with diverse work styles and functions.

· Strong communication skills; ability to speak effectively to diverse stakeholders.

· Ability to protect the confidentiality of sensitive information by learning and following all relevant policies and protocols and using sound judgment in the handling and sharing of that information.

COMPENSATION

The annual salary is estimated at $150,000. Manhattan Youth offers a competitive benefits package.

Manhattan Youth provides equal opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, religion, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.