Chief HR Officer

Job Summary:
The Chief HR Officer is responsible for  providing leadership in developing and executing human resources strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization, specifically in the areas of succession planning, talent management, change management, organizational and performance management, training and development, and compensation. The Chief HR Officer provides strategic servant leadership by articulating Human Resource needs and plans to the executive management team

Summary of Essential Job Functions:
• Participate as a key member of the Executive Team
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules
• Establish and implement HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the company strategic vision
• Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business objectives
• Function as a strategic business advisor to the all levels of management regarding key organizational and management issues
• Working with the executive management, to establish a sound plan of management succession that corresponds to the strategy and objectives of the company
• Develop comprehensive strategic recruiting and retention plans to meet the human capital needs of strategic goals
• Develop and implement comprehensive compensation and benefit plans that are competitive and cost effective for the firm
• Provide overall leadership and guidance to HR function by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training and leadership development, compensation and benefits
• Implementation of HRIS and Human Capital related technology Maintain appropriate levels of insurance coverage
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
• Report risk issues to the President Maintain relations with vendors and negotiate best possible rates on behalf of company for all services

Knowledge/Experience Required:
• Requires a human resources executive with a minimum of 15 years of experience, who will be able to strategically and tactically evaluate and implement sophisticated HR related programs and initiatives
• MBA, MA, in Human Resources or related field and PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification 
• Able to work with a variety of organizational leadership to build consensus around HR strategy and tactics
• Have a demonstrated background in all facets of HR, including talent and leadership management, compensation, organizational development, benefits administration, legal compliance; as well as have a proven ability to attract and retain outstanding talent and assemble and motivate high performance teams.
• Must have the ability to bring immediate credibility to the human resources function through his/her professional qualifications and leadership skills as well as project the highest levels of integrity
• Excellent interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, problem solving, presentation and organizational skills are required
• Proficiency in MS Office Spreadsheets using a computer application to enter, manipulate, and format text and numerical data; insert, delete, and manipulate cells, rows, and columns; and create and save worksheets, charts, and graphs
• Presentation skills using a computer application to create, manipulate, edit, and show virtual slide presentations. Internet Navigating the Internet to find information, including the ability to open and configure standard browsers; use searches, hypertext references, and transfer protocols; and send and retrieve electronic mail (e-mail

Required Abilities

Physical Activity
This position requires some standing, walking, lifting, grasping, bending and kneeling for filing. Sitting for some periods of time. Substantial repetitive movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Involved in activities where one must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Requires the ability to receive detailed information through written and oral communication. Active Learning understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Physical Requirement
Sedentary work involving sitting some of the time. Walking and standing are required daily. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects. In addition, may involve physical movement which includes activities related to membership events and programs.

Visual Requirement
This position requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing computer monitors and extensive reading.

Working Conditions
It involves typical office or administrative work and member outdoor activity