VP of People & Culture

Position Summary

As part of MCC’s Executive Team, reporting to the CEO, the VP, People and Culture (P&C) oversees all human resource areas, including talent management, equitable hiring practices, compensation benchmarking and analysis, benefits and payroll administration, employee engagement and relations, compliance, HR policy development and monitoring, and workforce and professional development planning. This role is also responsible for leading and collaborating on the execution of MCC’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) people and organization culture strategies. The VP, P&C ensures MCC is an ‘Employer of Choice’.

All candidates must be located in the Greater Philadelphia area to be considered for this role.

Benefits include:

• Four (4) weeks paid vacation, plus One (1) week paid Winter Break
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary & Supplemental Life Insurance through CIGNA
• Cafeteria Plan through Benefit Wallet: FSA and Commuter plans

Responsibilities

Employee Engagement and Culture

• Advance an organizational culture that embraces differences and values equity. Implement strategies that maintain an inclusive and cohesive workplace, culturally competent services, and respectful interactions with stakeholders.

• Remain informed on latest research, trends and information impacting DEIJ work.

• Ensure that DEIJ is prioritized in organizational decision-making, practices, and culture.

• Design and implement employee engagement strategies and initiatives that strengthen culture, promote DEIJ, and build internal capacity.

• Continually assess agency policies and procedures to ensure they are equitable and fair.

Human Resources Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and lead human resources planning and talent development strategy that is aligned with MCC’s Theory of Change (ToC).

• Oversee the organization’s total compensation and benefits policies and practices.

• Lead internal employee communications, in partnership with MCC’s marketing and communications team.

• Oversee full employee lifecycle, including hiring and onboarding, performance assessment, succession planning and offboarding with a focus on hybrid office model.

• Design and oversee an approach to professional learning, including leadership and management practices that align with MCC’s goals and priorities.

• Lead Human Resources Board Committee, managing meetings and reporting results back to Executive Team and full Board.

Human Resources Systems, Administration, and Compliance

• Ensure MCC maintains strong and compliant HR systems, processes, administrative records, and reporting.

• Ensure legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and regulatory compliance is maintained.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant local and state employment laws and regulations.

• Oversee employee relations, ensuring the workplace is free from harassment and discriminatory practices.

• Ensure the HR team, external HR related vendors and partners are all properly resourced and focused on achieving organizational goals.

• Oversee the organizations’ performance management process to ensure staff receive frequent, clear, and actionable feedback that supports ongoing career development and strong organizational and manager engagement.

• Develop and manage planning and budgets for HR services and employee benefits.

• In collaboration with the HR Director, manage the 403(b) savings plan and coordinate the activities of the investment advisor, mutual fund provider and the third-party administrator. Organize the annual review of investment fund performance and fees associated with the plan.

Management Duties

• Ensure staff have the tools and resources needed to thrive in both our physical offices and a remote work environment.

• Supervise HR Director and support development of all other HR staff members.

• Serve as HR partner to Executive Team members, providing guidance on people, team, and organizational issues.

Other Tasks

• Facilitate and at times lead relevant staff meetings to promote communication and execution of goals.

• Complete special projects specific to the function of the department or as needed for the department.

• Other duties as assigned within the scope of position expectations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership ability, experience, and entrepreneurial thinking to develop and execute strategic and effective human resource strategies.

• Knowledge of employment law, regulations, and Human Resources best practices.

• Ability to inspire and deliver results within a resource-constrained environment.

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds as a member of and leader of a team.

• Champion for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice, leading organizations’ Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice plans.

• A continuous learner, comfortable managing and communicating organizational change and staff development initiatives. Demonstrated success in a fast-paced, collaborative, and matrixed organizational structure.

• Ability to use a variety of common software programs including Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and HRIS applications.

• Ability to effectively communicate using excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong presentation abilities.

• Skilled at building relationships and collaborating with diverse groups. Committed to modeling MCC’s core values and mission, with respect for all people.

Experience, Education, Licensure

• A minimum of eight to ten years’ progressive experience in a human resource management leadership role; non-profit experience preferred, including leadership and staff supervision.

• Minimum Education: MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources or other related field of study.

• License/Certification: SPHR/PHR Certification preferred

• Demonstrated experience scaling human resources and talent management functions.