Chief Human Resources Officer

Chief Human Resources Officer

Up to $150,000

Full Time, Mercer County NJ

Who We Need:

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is responsible for leading all aspects of Human Resources policies, programs, and practices. As a strategic business partner, the CHRO oversees all aspects of the employee lifecycle and guides major workforce decisions and planning. The ideal candidate will be an innovative and strategic HR expert with a strong business and financial acumen along with excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills to influence corporate strategy and operations.

What We Need:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and execute a human resource strategy that supports the organization's mission and the diverse needs of emerging businesses. Lead initiatives for organizational development and culture-building.
• Diverse Workforce Development and Management: Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, creating a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity at all levels. Provide expertise in the management of a diverse workforce, including full-time employees, part-time staff, and volunteers with a mix of cultural backgrounds, abilities, and communication styles. The Arc Mercer
• Employee Compensation and Benefits Management: Ensure pay rates are competitive and comply with state laws and federal regulations. Oversee the administration of benefits programs, ensuring they are competitive, equitable, and in compliance with legal standards.
• Talent Acquisition and Development: Lead the talent acquisition process, attracting and retaining top talent essential for the growth of the organization and the people we support. Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management processes. Work with managers to develop employee promotion and retention strategies.
• Employee Relations and Engagement: Foster a positive work environment through proactive employee relations, engagement strategies, and effective communication channels. Manage the organizations’ recognition programs.
• Legal Compliance and HR Policies: Ensure all HR practices follow legal requirements taking into account unique requirements of core and emerging businesses. Establish HR policies that support the organization's objectives and ethical standards.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead the Human Resources team including HR Manager, Talent Acquisition Manager and DEI Lead. HR Operations includes HR business partner support and Benefits Administration.

What You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, business administration, or related field
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Expert knowledge of HR disciplines including recruitment, talent management, employee relations, compensation, legal compliance, training, and leadership development, etc.
• Strong leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Analytical skills to interpret HR data and metrics.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensible Health, Dental and Life Insurance.
• Generous 401k Employer Match
• Holiday, Personal, Sick and Vacation pay.

Who We Are:

The Arc Mercer is a leading nonprofit agency serving people with developmental disabilities throughout Mercer County. We provide comprehensive community-based services that help people with special needs thrive while realizing and choosing their goals. Through education and advocacy, we provide opportunities, support, and integration within our community. Among the programs and services we provide, we are the only agency to offer premier transportation and health care services in Mercer County.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person