San Francisco SPCA · 6 days ago
SVP of Human Resources
San Francisco,CA,US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $225K/yr
15+ years expThe San Francisco SPCA has been a leader in animal welfare since 1868, striving to improve access to care for animals through various community programs. They are seeking a Senior Vice President of Human Resources to lead their HR team, focusing on employee engagement, talent acquisition, and compliance with employment laws. This role involves strategic HR leadership, performance management, and fostering a positive organizational culture in alignment with the organization's mission.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Proactively lead the development and implementation of HR strategies and processes to align with the SF SPCA’s mission and business goals, focusing on talent acquisition and management, organizational effectiveness and culture
Oversee the design and execution of performance management systems and processes that promote accountability, development, and continuous feedback
Collaborate with leadership to assess and plan for current and future staffing needs, including potential realignments across the organization
Foster a culture of transparency, engagement, accountability, and inclusion, while addressing areas of employee disengagement and improving overall morale
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal employment laws, and provide guidance on HR legal matters, including employee relations, investigations, and dispute resolution
Lead the Talent Acquisition function to attract, retain, and develop top talent in alignment with the organization's evolving needs, with a focus on clinical recruitment
Drive and manage organizational change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during periods of transformation and restructuring
Ensure the efficient delivery of core HR services, including compensation, benefits, HRIS, and employee relations
Build leadership capacity across the organization through Learning and Development programs, coaching and mentorship
Qualification
Required
BA/BS in HR and/or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum 15 years of experience in Human Resources with at least 6 years in an HR leadership role leading either a full HR team or essential HR function
Strong understanding of Federal, California and City of San Francisco employment laws and regulations and expertise in navigating and coaching managers in the effects of these laws in the workplace
Proven ability to drive results balancing data-based and people-centered approaches
Ability to quickly develop and sustain strong, trust-based relationships
Excellent analytical, project management, and organizational skills
Strong writing skills and experience crafting internal employee communications
Decisive, with sound judgment and complete discretion with sensitive workplace matters
Flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
Excellent verbal and written communication skills - able to craft internal employee communications for a diverse population in a consistently informative, respectful, and professional manner
A passion for the Mission and Vision of the SF SPCA
Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving challenges – comfortable with, and tolerant of, ambiguity
A hands-on leader who is able to balance strategic vision with operational execution
Collaborative, with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels of the organization
Empathetic, with a passion for people and the mission of the SF SPCA
Preferred
SPHR, SPHR-CA, or SHRM-CP certification preferred
Experience preferred in working in an organization within which employees face circumstances involving sickness and trauma
Benefits
Paid Time Off and Holiday pay
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
401k Retirement Plan and contribution matching
Student debt relief program
Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
Discounts on retail and pet supplies
Discounts on veterinary care at our SF SPCA Mission Campus Veterinary Hospital and Spay/Neuter Clinic
Company
San Francisco SPCA
San Francisco SPCA is an animal welfare organization that aims to save and protect animals, provide care and treatment, and more.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.4MKey Investors
PetSmart CharitiesThe San Francisco FoundationMaddie's Fund
2024-02-08Grant· $0.2M
2023-03-28Grant· $0.1M
2022-09-20Grant· $0.1M
Leadership Team
Bharat Vasan
Board Member
Recent News
2025-07-09
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