Chief People Officer

Chief of People & Culture (CPC) The Chief of People & Culture (CPC) is the senior executive responsible for enterprise-wide human capital governance, workforce compliance, and organizational culture. As a strategic partner to the CEO and a member of the Executive Leadership Team, CPC provides the designated executive authority for personnel systems required under New Jersey behavioral health, healthcare, and social service regulations. The CPC ensures a modern, mission-aligned, and high‑performing workforce capable of meeting complex regulatory and contractual obligations. Core Responsibilities 1. Executive Leadership & Strategy Serves as a co‑strategist with the CEO to translate organizational mission and values into effective people systems. Exercises independent executive judgment on HR operations, workforce strategy, and risk management. Represents the organization in workforce‑related matters during audits, inspections, and external reviews. 2. Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness Holds executive accountability for compliance with NJ Administrative Code (Titles 8, 10, 13, 45), federal employment law, and Medicaid standards. Oversee personnel records, credentialing, background checks, and professional licensing to ensure continuous audit readiness. Directs corrective action and remediation for any personnel‑related compliance findings. 3. Organizational Culture & Effectiveness Acts as the executive steward of culture, equity, and professional conduct standards. Designs and implements leadership development frameworks and performance management systems that promote accountability and mission alignment. Models high‑level emotional intelligence and ethical leadership for the enterprise. 4. Talent Strategy & Workforce Sustainability Leads enterprise talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning. Partners with program leadership to anticipate staffing needs relative to service expansion and funding shifts. Utilizes workforce analytics to identify trends and mitigate staffing risks. 5. HR Operations & Data Governance Oversee HRIS platforms and personnel document management systems to ensure data integrity and confidentiality. Leads the modernization of HR operations through data‑driven practices and technology. Provides executive‑level workforce reporting to the CEO and Board of Directors. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field preferred. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership, including executive‑level responsibility. Sector Expertise: Demonstrated experience in licensed, regulated, or healthcare‑adjacent environments. Skills: Proficient in NJ workforce compliance, employment law, and audit processes; exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Success of state agency licensing inspections and Medicaid audits. Workforce retention and engagement metrics. Efficiency and modernization of HRIS and credentialing systems. Timely execution of corrective action plans and regulatory filings. Salary range for this position is $160,000 to $180,000. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cara Staffing Inc