Director of Human Resources

POSITION: Director of Human Resources

LOCATION: Ron Olson Justice Center

SALARY : $135,000k - $175,000k / annually DOE, with excellent benefits

AVAILABILITY : Immediately

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Continuous until position is filled.

Are you interested in joining an organization dedicated to increasing access to justice while addressing systemic inequities among the most vulnerable members of the Greater Los Angeles area? If yes, LAFLA is the place for you!

The Organization: LAFLA is a nonprofit law firm that protects and advances the rights of the most underserved—leveling the playing field and ensuring that everyone can have access to the justice system. Celebrating 95 years of service to Los Angeles communities, LAFLA is the first and most experienced legal aid organization in Greater Los Angeles. LAFLA has more than 200 employees, including more than 100 attorneys, who provide free services and resources on a broad range of civil legal issues that impact healthy, safety, and self-sufficiency. Every year, LAFLA helps more than 100,000 people find their voice, regain control of their lives, and build a brighter future. Our unique combination of neighborhood offices, self-help centers at courthouses, and domestic violence clinics puts LAFLA on the frontlines in communities at the forefront of change. LAFLA also engages in impact litigation to help enact long-term systemic change—actively collaborating with a network of public and private partners to expand access to justice, identify needs in the communities we serve, and change laws and policies that adversely affect the underserved. For more information, please visit

The Position: Director of Human Resources will provide comprehensive oversight, planning and management of the human resources functions of LAFLA while pursuing the organization's core values and strategic commitment to attract, retain, advance and support a broadly diverse workforce of the highest level of excellence that thrives in a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace culture. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the successful applicant will be a highly motivated individual who will maintain and enhance the organization's human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating employee relations and human resources policies, programs, and practices.

This position will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer.

LAFLA is currently accepting applications for the position of Director of Human Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree in human resources, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or a Juris Doctor degree;
• At least 8 years of increasing responsibility in human resources and administrative areas, with preference for experience in a unionized and/or non-profit environment;
• Strong leadership and management skills, including good judgement, ability to effectively supervise team members and processes to maximize efficiency, and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a senior management team;
• Humanistic approach to management, including ability to work effectively with diverse employees of all positions and experience levels within the organization;
• Demonstrated tact and conflict management skills;
• Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local legal requirements, with ability to monitor for changes and ensure ongoing compliance;
• Experience working with HRIS software, preferably in an administrative role;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent time management skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail; and
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including comfort with public speaking.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Direct the activities of the Human Resources department, including supervising the Human Resources Specialist and Personnel Coordinator.
• Cultivate a diverse, respectful, welcoming, and inclusive work environment for all employees in partnership with the Director of Racial Justice and Equity and leadership team.
• Oversee and coordinate staff recruiting and selection process, with special emphasis on expanding the recruiting network to attract a diverse pool of candidates of the highest caliber.
• Design and implement strategies and protocols to build the capacity of all departments to interview, hire and retain a broadly diverse work force.
• Monitor compensation and benefits to ensure equitable treatment and industry alignment; along with the CFO, recommend and obtain cost-effective employee benefits; monitor national benefits environment for options and cost savings.
• Work closely with legal and administrative leadership to provide effective staff orientation and on-boarding programs, benefit orientations, and appropriate coaching, counseling and training/professional development opportunities.
• Oversee a system of regular staff evaluation; provide guidance and training to supervisors to enhance effectiveness of evaluation process.
• Advise managers and supervisors on progressive discipline and performance improvement processes as appropriate.; conduct investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth; keep senior leadership and executive team informed of significant issues that emerge and advise on addressing them.
• Lead LAFLA compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements (EEO, ADA, FMLA, ERISA, OSHA, etc.).
• Ensure that the staff is trained on legally required issues, e.g. sexual harassment, drug-free workplace.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and communication of company policies and procedures; organize and implement systems to ensure compliance with these policies and procedures, including performance evaluations, salary increases/administration, and other personnel functions.
• Ensure that leadership and employees are informed of HR policies and practices, LAFLA programs and policies, and proposed changes that will affect their employees and/or their operation’s effectiveness.
• Provide support and guidance to managers and administrators in the areas of compensation, HR compliance, record-keeping, and general HR related inquiries.
• Coordinate all resignations and terminations; ensure appropriate offboarding steps are taken; handle communication with relevant staff/departments; conduct exit interviews.
• Administer Foundation benefits including multiple health plans, disability, worker’s compensation, FMLA, COBRA, 403 (b) Tax Sheltered Annuity plan and 125 Tax Reimbursement Account; ensure compliance with current tax laws.
• Handle labor-management relations, including responses to Union requests, preparation for collective bargaining, compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreement, and response to employee grievances.
• Complete other tasks as needed or assigned.

HOW TO APPLY - Please submit a cover letter and resume online to View email address on click.appcast.io. Include “Director of Human Resources” in the subject line.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD – A one-year probationary period will be required.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, religion, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, marital or registered domestic partners status, or any other legally protected status.

The organization is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process or expect

to require an accommodation if hired, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION – LAFLA offers a diverse environment with competitive compensation based on comparable public interest salaries. We also offer a generous benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents, life insurance, long-term disability and long-term care insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan. Employees may also qualify for bilingual supplements, law student loan reimbursements, and a cell phone stipend.

COMMITMENT TO EMPLOYEE WELLNESS - Due to the mission driven nature of the organization, LAFLA is committed to a healthy work-life balance for all staff. In addition to a hybrid work schedule and robust benefits package, LAFLA staff enjoy wellness related benefits and employee assistance programs through our offered medical plans, as well as Wellness Friday video sessions, a wellness content library, 15 LAFLA observed holidays, and generous time off benefits.

SUSTAINABLE HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE – LAFLA has recently adopted a sustainable schedule whereby employees get several Fridays off during the year. Depending on job classifications, some LAFLA staff are working on a manager approved hybrid work schedule, with the ability to work remotely up to half the week, if preferred, after the probationary period. The successful candidate must be local and willing to work from the assigned LAFLA location.