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Director of Human Resources

868 E. University Drive

Mesa, AZ 85203

https://turnanewleaf.org/

Company Description:

Since 1971, A New Leaf has provided assistance to those most in need in our community, helping families, children, and adults overcome the challenges they face. Communities are made stronger when families are safe, have a secure home, are able to provide for themselves and their children, and are ultimately given a chance to make a brighter future for themselves. By offering these compassionate services, we help households move from crisis to stability, making our community a better place to live.

Mission: Helping families, changing lives. A New Leaf is dedicated to providing food, shelter, and safety to our neighbors experiencing homelessness, domestic violence and other challenges.

Budget: $35M

Total Staff: 300

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Direct Reports:

• Employee Relations Manager (open)
• Benefits Manager
• HR Generalist
• Onboarding & Training Coordinator
• Recruiter

A New Leaf is looking for an experienced and dynamic Director of Human Resources to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization. This senior level position combines strategic leadership to oversee all aspects of HR operations, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, training, compensation, benefits and HRIS. As part of the senior management team, you will contribute to decision-making and strategic planning efforts, working with an organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of HR professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Drive HR functional planning, forecasting, and organizational development initiatives.
• Proactively identify employment-related issues and collaborate with the leadership team on program development and refinement.
• Evaluate agency risk in areas of employment relations and compliance, providing strategic guidance to mitigate potential risks.
• Advise on high-risk employee relations matters and review significant issues to ensure compliance with ADA, FMLA, and other regulations.
• Utilize HR data and metrics to direct strategies and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure accuracy and effectiveness of HRIS system and turnover metrics analysis.
• Evaluate and enhance agency training programs to meet current and future needs.
• Lead discussions with senior leadership to forecast future training requirements and oversee implementation.
• Develop compensation strategies and market assessment practices to support agency objectives.
• Review and refine performance management programs for optimal effectiveness.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration through active participation in supervision and achievement of personal and professional goals.
• Support the ongoing culture of the agency by aligning with its mission and values and fostering positive relationships within the departments and across the agency.

Why consider the opportunity?

• A New Leaf is entering its next chapter under the leadership of a new CEO that is building toward a future that is not only sustainable, but transformational.
• The CEO’s vision is rooted in three clear commitments: owning our future, reaching more neighbors, and transforming outcomes for the people we serve.
• Take ownership of HR strategy and operations while leading a talented team and partnering with senior leadership to strengthen the organization’s people, culture, and growth.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or other relevant field and/or equivalent experience required.
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certification preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in an HR leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in talent management, compensation, employee relations, policy development, state and federal regulatory compliance, job evaluation, training, etc.
• 5+ years of experience in direct supervision of staff
• Demonstrated competence in talent acquisition, affirmative action, and onboarding.
• Demonstrated competence in employee relations, conflict management, and mediation.
• Demonstrated competence in daily operation of a Human Resources Department.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, Email, Dayforce, and database management is preferred.

How to apply

For more information, please contact:

Haley Dagit Colleen Neese

Senior Executive Recruiter VP, Practice Development

(602) 654-1995 (602) 802-8329

[email protected] [email protected]

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• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or other relevant field and/or equivalent experience required.
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Certification preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in an HR leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in talent management, compensation, employee relations, policy development, state and federal regulatory compliance, job evaluation, training, etc.
• 5+ years of experience in direct supervision of staff
• Demonstrated competence in talent acquisition, affirmative action, and onboarding.
• Demonstrated competence in employee relations, conflict management, and mediation.
• Demonstrated competence in daily operation of a Human Resources Department.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, Email, Dayforce, and database management is preferred.