Chief People & Culture Officer

JDS Sports; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego Wave Fútbol Club is seeking a Vice President, People & Culture to lead the People & Culture function for a growing professional sports organization in San Diego. You will shape strategy, culture, and organizational effectiveness while partnering with executive leadership to drive performance and engagement.

This role oversees talent management, compensation philosophy, learning, inclusion, and compliance, including Player Safety alignment with league requirements and club values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.
• Master's degree or advanced HR certification preferred.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior-level HR certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including leading a comprehensive function.
• Deep knowledge of California employment law and federal regulations.
• Ability to influence and partner with executive leadership; strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor on people, design organization and culture initiatives.
• Develop and execute multi-year People & Culture strategy aligned with vision.
• Lead compensation, benefits, and total rewards; oversee budgeting with Finance.
• Oversee talent acquisition, learning, retention, and employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and safeguarding requirements.
• Partner with leadership on Player Safety alignment and league expectations.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Talent strategy

People analytics

Employee engagement

Executive communication

Change management

Coaching & development

Education

Bachelor's in HR/BA/OD

Master's degree preferred

SHRM-SCP/SPHR preferred

Job description

San Diego Wave Fútbol Club is seeking a Vice President, People & Culture to lead the People & Culture function for a growing professional sports organization in San Diego. You will shape strategy, culture, and organizational effectiveness while partnering with executive leadership to drive performance and engagement.

This role oversees talent management, compensation philosophy, learning, inclusion, and compliance, including Player Safety alignment with league requirements and club values.