Asst. Director of Talent & People Management

Job Description

Job Description

Fora is a nonprofit organization advancing inclusion for individuals with disabilities by building pathways to meaningful work in integrated settings, transforming lives while supporting independence and growth. Learn more: teamfora.org

About Fora

Work changes everything. We make it happen.

Since 1996, we’ve connected individuals with disabilities to meaningful employment by partnering with organizations that expect both performance and purpose. We are a multi-region workforce model supporting operations across New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Our teams are integrated into daily operations, maintaining facilities, supporting office functions, managing mailrooms, and more. 

We operate across a wide range of services, including facilities support, administrative operations, warehouses, call center services, and other essential functions.

At Fora, employment is more than a job. It’s a foundation for independence, confidence, and dignity, expanding what’s possible in the workplace and beyond, and shaping how we work every day. Position Summary

The Assistant Director of Talent & People Management provides operational leadership and oversight for HR functions in a growing, mission-driven organization. This role supports scalable people operations by strengthening compliance, improving operational consistency, supervising HR staff, enhancing workforce support systems, and guiding execution across talent acquisition, onboarding, employee engagement, HR systems, workforce learning, and employee support functions.

Working closely with the VP of Talent & People Management, the Assistant Director helps ensure HR programs and services are delivered consistently, effectively, and in alignment with organizational goals, workforce needs, and compliance requirements.

The Assistant Director serves as a collaborative operational leader and trusted partner to employees, managers, HR staff, and leadership. The successful candidate will bring strong initiative, sound judgment, operational follow-through, and the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise HR staff, including the Manager of Human Resources and Benefits & Leave Specialist
• Provide coaching, guidance, performance feedback and department oversight
• Assist in establishing priorities, monitoring workflows, and supporting accountability across HR functions

Key Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership and oversight for HR programs, systems, workflows, and service delivery across the organization.
• Support scalable HR operations by improving processes, strengthening operational consistency, and identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and accountability
• Partner with the VP of Talent & People Management to support implementation of organizational priorities and workforce initiatives
• Oversee HR compliance activities and support adherence to applicable employment regulations
• Support preparation and review of required HR filings and workforce compliance documentation
• Oversee and support recruitment and onboarding operations
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, workforce communications, and employee feedback processes
• Support HCM system utilization and reporting processes
• Support administration and ongoing development of the organization’s learning management system (LMS)
• Serve as a trusted operational resource to employees, managers, HR staff, and organizational leadership
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support organizational goals and workforce initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting inclusive employment opportunities and disability-inclusive workforce environments
• 7+ years of progressively responsible HR experience, including operational leadership, supervision, or team leadership responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of HR operations, employment laws, compliance requirements, and workforce support practices
• Strong leadership, organizational, project management, and follow-through skills
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to communicate concerns, risks, and recommendations professionally and constructively
• Experience supporting HR systems, reporting processes, workforce training initiatives, or learning systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and HCM systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now
• Experience supporting HR operations in nonprofit, government contracting, workforce development, social services, or similarly regulated environments preferred
• Experience supporting diverse, multilingual, and disability-inclusive workforces preferred
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
• Spanish language skills are a plus

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered
• Master’s degree is a plus

Work Environment & Travel

• This is a hybrid role with flexibility required based on organizational and workforce needs
• Following onboarding, the position is generally expected to work onsite 2–3 days per week
• Travel to work locations throughout New York and New Jersey is required as needed
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role

Reasonable Accommodations

Fora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process and throughout employment. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access employment benefits, please contact Human Resources.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fora is committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.
Fora provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.