Senior Director of Human Resources
$170k - $190kInsight Housing
Senior Director of Human Resources
Company Overview
For more than 55 years, Insight Housing (formerly, Berkeley Food & Housing Project) has provided a comprehensive range of housing, food, and support services to help those in need move from homelessness into a safe and affordable home of their own. We provide services in seven Northern California Counties: Alameda, San Francisco, Contra Costa, Solano, Sacramento, San Joaquin and Amador. We are proud of our team members who are dedicated to our mission of ensuring everyone in our community has a home through supportive and sustainable housing solutions.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Senior Director of Human Resources will manage the HR team of three. They will develop and implement HR strategies that result in a high performing organization and a culture characterized by passionate and engaged team members. In consultation with the COO, the Senior Director of HR will develop highly effective and creative HR solutions to support organizational objectives. This person in this position will be required to work onsite at our office in Berkeley a minimum of three days/week (sometimes more) and also to travel to our other Northern California offices as needed. Please note that all offers will be contingent upon the successful completion of background and credit checks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee all HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, training, compliance, and HR systems.
Lead and develop the HR and Recruitment team, ensuring departmental goals are met and exceptional service is provided across the organization.
Develop and implement effective recruitment, retention, and onboarding strategies aligned with Insight Housing's mission and staffing needs.
Manage employee relations, workplace investigations, performance improvement plans, and involuntary separations, partnering with the COO and legal counsel as needed.
Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and programs that promote employee engagement, accountability, inclusion, and a high-performance culture.
Oversee competitive, equitable, and financially sustainable compensation and benefits programs, including annual market reviews and renewals.
Coach and train managers on employee relations, performance management, recruitment, retention, and effective leadership practices.
Oversee employee evaluations, professional development, and performance management processes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Oversee workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, employee leaves, accommodations, personnel records, and HRIS.
Partner with the COO to manage the HR budget and ensure departmental financial accountability.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the COO.
Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
Bachelor's degree required. Senior level HR certification is a plus.
10+ years of experience in increasingly responsible positions in the Human Resources field. 5+ years of leadership and supervisory experience, in nonprofit organizations.
Commitment to serving homeless individuals and ending the crisis of homelessness in Counties served. Experience with CARF accredited programs is a plus.
Strong community networking skills and ability to build resources and relationships.
Must have experience with various systems including HRIS, ATS, performance management and benefits management systems.
High level of independent thinking and judgment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and persuasive skills with a can do and flexible attitude. Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, multitask, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines.
Ability to maintain professional conduct, attitude, and appearance at all times.
A clean driving record, CA driver's license, and reliable personal car.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation for this position is $170K-$190K, based on experience. Benefits for full-time employees include:
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees; 50% employer-paid premiums for dependents.
Flexible spending account
Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
Basic Life & AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) Insurance
Voluntary life, accident, long-term disability, critical illness care, and hospital indemnity benefits
Commuter benefits
19 paid holidays, 20 vacation days and 10 sick days.
Paid Parental Leave
Milestone anniversary program including 10-year anniversary sabbatical
Professional development reimbursement plan
Legal assistance through Rocket Lawyer
Insight Housing is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We value the unique experiences, strengths, and perspectives that applicants will bring to this position and encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We look at each applicant's full experience, consider each applicant and encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
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