Position Summary The Director of Human Resources serves as the organization's lead human resources professional, providing strategic and operational HR leadership across Health WorkForce New York. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws, developing and implementing HR policies, managing employee relations, overseeing talent acquisition and onboarding, administering benefits and compensation, leading performance management initiatives, and serving as a trusted advisor to leadership. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer and partners closely with executive leadership to foster a positive workplace culture while supporting organizational growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Human Resources Leadership Serve as the organization's primary Human Resources professional. Provide guidance to leadership regarding employee relations, policy interpretation, and employment law. Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment regulations. Maintain confidential personnel records. Employee Relations Investigate employee complaints and workplace concerns. Conduct workplace investigations. Manage disciplinary processes, corrective actions, and terminations. Provide coaching to supervisors regarding performance management. Facilitate conflict resolution. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Lead full-cycle recruitment. Develop job descriptions. Coordinate interviews and selection processes. Conduct reference and background checks. Manage onboarding and orientation. Develop employee retention initiatives. Performance Management Develop performance evaluation processes. Assist supervisors with employee coaching. Manage performance improvement plans. Track employee goals and professional development. Benefits & Compensation Administer employee benefit programs. Coordinate open enrollment.

Manage leave administration including:

FMLA ADA

accommodations Paid Family Leave Workers' Compensation Reasonable Accommodation process Compliance Ensure organizational compliance with:

FLSA FMLA ADA EEOC OSHA NYS

Labor Law Multi-state employment regulations Wage and Hour laws Record retention requirements Employment eligibility (I-9) EEO reporting HRIS Administration Serve as administrator for the organization's HRIS (Rippling experience strongly preferred). Maintain employee records. Generate HR reports. Ensure data accuracy. Manage electronic personnel files. Training & Development Develop supervisor training. Coordinate employee training. Conduct HR compliance training. Support leadership development. Organizational Development Improve HR processes. Develop employee engagement initiatives. Assist with succession planning. Recommend organizational improvements. Support strategic growth initiatives. Minimum Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field. SHRM-CP or

SHRM-SCP

certification (required). Minimum five (5) years progressive Human Resources experience. Experience managing employee relations and investigations. Experience administering benefits and leave programs. Thorough knowledge of employment law. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Preferred Master's degree. Experience in nonprofit organizations. Multi-state HR experience. Experience with federally funded organizations or grant-funded programs. Experience with Rippling HRIS. Experience supporting remote employees. Experience developing HR policies. Experience with strategic workforce planning. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Employment law expertise HR investigations Conflict resolution Performance management Organizational development Employee engagement Strategic planning Risk management Policy development Benefits administration Recruitment and retention HR analytics Excellent judgment Professional discretion Strong interpersonal skills Ability to work independently Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Occasional travel between organizational offices and events. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds. Work Environment Hybrid schedule may be available based upon organizational needs. Occasional evening meetings. Potential travel between multiple office locations (Canton, Syracuse, Brooklyn and occasionally Albany). Fast-paced, collaborative environment supporting several nonprofit organizations. Preferred Certifications SHRM-CP or

SHRM-SCP

(Required) PHR or SPHR (preferred in addition to SHRM certification)

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Application Question(s): Which HR certifications do you currently hold, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Human resources: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person