Head of Recruiting & HR

A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS

SIGN ON BONUS = $3,000.00

Deadline for Applications: Human Resources (HR) Manager
We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist Manager to oversee all aspects of human resources, from talent acquisition to compliance. You will be the crucial link between management and staff, implementing policies that support recruitment and retention of invested, qualified staff and foster a positive work environment.
The Agency employs approximately 220 employees who provide educational and wrap-around services to at-risk families with children ages birth to five years old in the Holyoke, Chicopee, and Springfield areas.
Position Summary: The HR Manager is responsible for providing leadership, management, and support within the Human Resource area to align HR priorities, policies, and practices with the Agency's mission and human capital needs. The HR Manager ensures that HR systems and practices are in compliance with all relevant municipal, state, and federal law as well as Office of Head Start (OHS) performance standards, Department of Early Education and Care (DEEC) regulations, and Agency policy. The HR Manager supervises a high-performing team of four (4) who are welcoming, dedicated, hard-working, flexible, and consistently exhibit positive, can-do attitudes. The HR manager promotes a culture of partnership with Agency leaders, decision-makers, supervisors, and employees. Traveling locally between different locations in the Agency's catchment area of Holyoke, Chicopee, and Springfield is essential for this position.
Federal and state employment law and human resources best practices a must.
HR and Education laws and regulations around confidentiality a must.
Office of Head Start Performance Standards a plus.
Best practices in staff recruitment and retention, administering benefits, processing leaves and workers' comp, separations, position changes, and internal investigations. Pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 119, Section 51A the HR Manager is a mandated reporter and held to the statutory reporting requirements.
Associate's degree in Human Resources, Human Services, Business Administration, or related field required.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
HRCI SPHR or SHRM certification or comparable work experience in HR is required.

At least 5 years of full-time human resource generalist experience or the equivalent particularly in the areas of staff recruiting, employee benefits, employee leave and regulatory documentation and recordkeeping is required.
The Agency adheres to a reflective supervision approach as an aspect of trauma informed practice.
Experience with administering MA Paid Family and Medical Leave is strongly preferred.
Qualities
Digital Literacy: Technology adept and experience with Microsoft Office Suite required. HRIS and Payroll software experience a plus.)
Ability to apply skills to multiple applications/projects effectively to meet internal and external deadlines.
Understands data quality, collection, analysis, and reporting to decision-makers.
Exhibits understanding of the importance of planning and methodical approach to tasks but, is able to quickly adjust priorities and respond with a sense of urgency when needed.
Bilingual: English-Spanish a plus
Exempt Full-Time Position: 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
occasional work required outside of these hours
with local travel between Agency sites in Holyoke, Chicopee and Springfield.
Chief Operating Officer/Director of HR
Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30+ hours per week)

• 13 paid holidays
• Paid sick, personal, vacation days
• 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Health & dental insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.