Manhattan Star Academy · 8 hours ago
Chief Human Resources Officer
Manhattan
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$230K/yr - $270K/yr
15+ years expManhattan Star Academy is part of the YAI Network, which is dedicated to advancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) will drive the creation and implementation of organizational strategies, overseeing all HR functions to build a sustainable workforce and enhance employee satisfaction.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Designs thoughtful, forward-thinking and multi-prong human capital strategies that are aligned with the agency’s mission, goals and objectives with a focus on building a sustainable workforce and supporting financial viability by attracting, engaging, retaining, developing and rewarding employees
Establishes a well-developed and comprehensive execution plan to clearly define and effectively achieve the strategy and objectives, with a focus on implementation of the most impactful strategies in alignment with YAI’s strategic plan and organizational priorities
Builds a framework for long-term goals designed to position YAI for success, including detailed plans addressing timelines, resources and deliverables and modifies accordingly based on changing initiatives, practicality, stakeholder feedback and analytics measuring effectiveness of efforts
Provides overall direction and oversight of all HR-related functions through direct supervision of directors across all areas of HR, ensuring that programs and initiatives are effectively integrated and administered in compliance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and requirements
Serves as internal consultant and strategic advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team regarding human capital management and broader HR-related matters, proactively identifying areas of concern and coordinating with SLT to address critical issues, prioritizing those that mitigate risk and support financial viability
Directly participates in organization-wide strategic planning and decision-making as a member of the SLT, providing broad leadership and coordination to the agency
Stays abreast of relevant laws, regulations and best practices in Human Resources and develops a thorough understanding of the agency’s organizational structure, needs and operations to inform HR initiatives, providing meaningful insights and designing innovative programs or solutions to address operational needs and to meet business goals
Regularly collaborates with YAI and affiliate program and administrative leadership, human resources directors and staff and other key stakeholders to inform the creation of appropriate policies, procedures and practices, ensuring the consistency in application across the agency
Participates in development of the organization’s staffing budget and collaborates with SLT, program and HR leadership to identify opportunities to support future workforce needs, including the implementation of development programs that professionalize the workforce and build YAI’s future leaders, creating career paths and effectively engaging employees
Provides guidance for complex HR matters and coordinates resolution of a wide array of HR-related questions, concerns and issues by appropriate HR staff, including policy inquiries relating to employment, engagement, compensation, benefits, retirement and performance management
Prioritizes development and maintenance of HR data by the HCM team in the Workday Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, coordinating and directing resources to implement enhancements that improve data quality, reporting and accessibility, ultimately enabling access to meaningful data, dashboards and reports that can be used to inform data-driven decisions by program management, leadership and the SLT
Ensures the design and implementation of employee engagement and performance management initiatives that foster a workplace where employees feel included, acknowledged and appreciated and provides for impactful discussions and feedback from managers to drive employee accountability and performance
Designs long-term strategy for total rewards, ensuring YAI’s ability to offer comprehensive and effective benefits such as robust, cost-effective and competitive health benefit plans and additional benefits or programs that support employee wellness, coupled with thoughtful compensation strategies and plans that attract, reward and support retention of a quality workforce
Develops and refines meaningful key performance metrics for HR-related initiatives and day-to-day operations in collaboration with Board, CEO, etc., establishing methods and systems to collect data and monitor quality and compliance, including directing internal reviews to assess quality, accuracy and completeness of HR data
Serves as chair of the Administrative and Advisory Committee (AAC), which oversees retirement and medical benefits for the agency, directing agenda, identifying action items and coordinating presentations by stakeholders and vendors to inform benefit-related decisions
Ensures the communication of new and changing policies, procedures, initiatives, benefits and/or programs to all applicable staff, coordinating with Marketing and Communications team as needed to design emails, postings, flyers and other announcements to disseminate information; directs presentations or information sessions for more complex or significant changes
Complies with and ensures that staff complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and upholds confidentiality of sensitive employee information
Performs all other duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
Fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible human resource management experience involving oversight, administration and strategic planning relating to the full array of Human Resources functions, including at least ten (10) years in a leadership role managing multiple large HR teams
Thorough knowledge of Federal and multi-state employment law including ACA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, ERISA, HIPAA and applicable state and local regulations in New York State, New York City, New Jersey and/or California
Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training
Passion for the mission of YAI
Exceptional communication skills; credible and polished communicator both written and verbal, with the ability to confidently and effectively explain and advise on complex HR issues, including to CEO, SLT and the Board
Strong planning, organizational and decision-making skills, including the ability to anticipate roadblocks, identify risks and think strategically and analytically in a fast-paced and dynamic role
Ability to build strong collaborative partnerships and interpersonal relationships, effectively influencing and negotiating at all levels across and outside of the organization
Strong financial and business acumen including budgets, staffing and operating expenses
Proficiency with computers and using electronic systems including email, Microsoft Office Suite and HCM/ERP systems, ideally Workday
Ability to regularly report on-site to our Manhattan office and to travel occasionally across states of operation, as requested
Ability to meet essential physical demands of position, including the ability to sit for extended periods, lift and carry files or documents weighing up to 10 pounds and move around the office
Preferred
Master's degree and/or professional certification in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP)
Experience administering HR in a multi-state, multi-site non-profit, social services and/or healthcare organization with operations in NY, NJ and CA
Benefits
Attractive, comprehensive benefits package
Company
Manhattan Star Academy
*We are currently hiring for OTs, PTs, SLPs, Special Education Teachers, Creative Arts Supervisor, Speech Supervisor, Physical Therapy Supervisor, and Senior Social Worker.* At Manhattan Star Academy, we are committed to offering a nurturing environment that promotes independence, social and emotional development and academic achievement.
51-200 employees
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