VP of People Services

Job Description

*Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted

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Are you an experienced HR executive who enjoys building strong teams, developing leaders, and creating a workplace where employees can thrive? We are partnering with our client, a prominent Omaha organization seeking a Vice President of People Services to lead its people strategy and make a meaningful impact across a diverse, fast-paced operation.

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This is an opportunity for a strategic, hands-on leader who can influence organizational direction while remaining actively involved in day-to-day HR operations. As a member of the executive leadership team, this individual will work closely with senior leadership to strengthen company culture, improve employee engagement, develop leadership talent, and implement processes that support long-term success.

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The ideal candidate brings a balance of executive-level thinking, strong business acumen, and a practical approach to getting things done.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with organizational goals and operational needs.
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• Lead initiatives focused on employee engagement, workplace culture, communication, and retention.
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• Establish and improve performance management processes, including employee evaluations, goal setting, and accountability.
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• Partner with leadership to strengthen management effectiveness, employee development, and succession planning.
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• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, workforce planning, and retention strategies.
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• Direct compensation, benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards initiatives, including oversight of a self-funded health insurance plan.
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• Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, employment policies, and regulatory compliance.
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• Evaluate and optimize UKG to improve HR processes, reporting, and overall efficiency.
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• Utilize workforce analytics and employee feedback to identify trends and recommend improvements.
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• Lead and develop the HR team while managing departmental budgets and external vendor relationships.
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• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on organizational structure, workforce challenges, and strategic initiatives.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
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• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including responsibility for overseeing an HR function or multiple HR disciplines.
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• Proven success improving organizational culture, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness.
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• Experience developing and implementing performance management programs.
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• Strong background in employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, talent acquisition, and employment law.
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• Demonstrated ability to advise executive leadership and successfully implement organizational change.
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• Strong communication, relationship-building, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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• Ability to balance strategic initiatives with hands-on leadership in a dynamic work environment.
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Preferred Qualifications:

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• Master's degree and/or SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification.
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• Experience administering or overseeing self-funded health insurance plans.
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• Experience with UKG, particularly system optimization and reporting.
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• Background supporting organizations with multiple departments, varied employee schedules, or complex operational needs.
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• Experience developing leadership programs, succession plans, and HR analytics.
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This opportunity is ideal for an HR executive who wants to do more than maintain existing processes. The right individual will have the opportunity to shape people initiatives, strengthen leadership practices, and make a lasting impact on employees and the organization.

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Job Number – 3698400LC