Chief Human Resources Officer New York, New York, United States - Tbwa Chiat/Day : Job Details

The ACLU seeks applicants for the full-time position of Chief Human Resources Officer in the HR Department of the ACLU's National office in New York, NY. This is a hybrid role that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.

People are at the center of the ACLU's mission and work. The ACLU is dedicated to cultivating the careers and well-being of an employee base of 650+ people (of which 425 sit within two separate unions) who are the heart of the institution.

The ACLU seeks a strategic, people-centric, collaborative, and visionary Chief Human Resources Officer. The Human Resources team invests in the welfare and development of the ACLU's employees by creating a place where people love to work, grow their careers, and contribute to the success of the organization. The Human Resources department oversees the entire employee lifecycle and strives to create a best-in-class employee experience through its recruiting and outreach efforts, total rewards, onboarding, learning and development initiatives, and ongoing employee engagement.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is a critical member of the senior leadership team. The CHRO is the key advisor, expert, and strategic business partner to the Executive Director, and the Senior Leadership team on all Human Resources and People matters. The CHRO develops and leads the people strategy that aligns with the ACLU's organizational goals and values to operationalize the ACLU's strategic vision and mission. The CHRO leads the development of policies and the shaping of the culture that impacts the ACLU's most valuable resource, its staff. Alongside its team of 13 HR professionals, the CHRO helps create an environment that both meets the collective needs of our workforce and cultivates an inclusive, accessible, and high-performing organizational culture.

The successful CHRO candidate will be an experienced Human Resources leader with deep generalist expertise in the core HR functions, a strategic and trusted advisor to senior leadership who balances strategic influence with effective employee advocacy, and a dynamic and influential people manager. They will also have experience leading complex, highly unionized organizations with hybrid and remote staff and have a demonstrated passion for the work of the ACLU.

The CHRO's essential duties and responsibilities include:

Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive vision and strategy for the ACLU's human resources function that centers staff experience, aligns with organizational goals and values, and ensures compliance with internal policies and relevant government regulations.
• Serve on the Senior Leadership Team, providing expert guidance to organizational leadership on matters of workforce planning, employee relations, compensation, benefits, performance management, people management culture, and other HR topics to help shape organizational practices, guide strategic planning and resolve active and anticipated issues.
• Partner with the Strategy and Culture Team and organizational leadership to advance the culture of the ACLU, including embedding principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging in all HR work.
• Staff the board Retirement Committee, overseeing the preparation of meeting content and providing counsel to management and committee members on matters related to the ACLU's defined benefit and defined contribution retirement plans.

HR Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources team, including talent acquisition and development, employee engagement, performance management, employee and labor relations, compensation, benefits, pipeline programs, on- and off-boarding, compliance, HRIS systems, records, and data.
• Effectively lead and manage the Human Resources team, driving results using data, direct feedback, and strong accountability in a supportive and learning environment that fosters high staff engagement, high performance, and professional growth.
• Lead and direct the HR team in designing and implementing effective HR programs, policies, training, and initiatives that drive employee engagement and manage performance, support ongoing and strategic professional development and retention.
• Lead the evaluation of HR programs, policies, and systems, assessing their efficacy in maintaining the desired workplace environment, staff culture, management practices, and administrative procedures.
• Oversee the HR department's annual budget and quarterly forecasts, ensuring efficient and effective use of the organization's resources.
• Oversee the design and monitoring of metrics that provide useful insights into organizational staffing trends and HR team service performance.
• Stay abreast of the evolving legal landscape in areas such as labor law and ERISA regulations in partnership with in-house counsel team.

• Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU.
• Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion, and belonging in their work.
• Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts.

The ACLU is highly interested in a visionary and transformative CHRO with the drive and expertise to transform the HR function into a strategic business partner service delivery model that aligns with the ACLU's mission, values, and strategic objectives. The CHRO will champion a progressive, people-centered HR approach that balances empathy with the organizational savvy required to support a decentralized, policy-oriented, and advocacy-driven environment.

The successful candidate will possess the following background, experiences, and attributes:

Background and Experience

• Comprehensive HR Leadership with a Unionized Workforce: Proven expertise across HR disciplines and a command for the fundamental HR best practices, including talent management, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Progressive, Strategic Vision: Brings a track record of developing and executing forward-thinking HR strategies that align with an organization's mission and evolving goals.
• Adaptability in Cultural Transformation: Skilled at navigating organizational culture shifts, with DEIA as a guiding principle.
• Advocacy and Policy Familiarity: Background in advocacy, nonprofit, or policy-focused workplace environments.

Key Attributes

• People-Centered and Empathetic: Embodies a deep commitment to supporting staff and prioritizing the human experience.
• Influential and Confident Communicator: A high-EQ leader skilled in navigating complex conversations and building trust through clear communication.
• Strategic and Creative Problem Solver: Brings a consultative, solution-focused approach to complex issues.
• Collaborative, Humble, and Resilient: Leads with humility and resilience, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Visionary Builder of Internal Culture: Drives internal culture transformation by defining and embedding values that resonate with staff.
• Integrity-Driven with Operational Expertise: Maintains a high degree of operational insight and uses excellent judgment.

The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. The annual salary for this position is $364,861 (Level A), reflecting the salary of a position based in New York, NY.

The position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by January 6, 2025. To apply for this outstanding opportunity, please electronically submit your resume and a cover letter of interest to The Byers Group: [email protected].

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For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States.

Accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all.

With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.