Director Human Resources

Ascend Learning; Burlington (MA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) employer matching

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Charitable matching program

On-site workout facilities

Job summary

Ascend Learning is seeking a Director HR to align business objectives with employees, while crafting and executing HR strategies that drive organizational development and innovation. You will lead talent development, succession planning, and employee relations, guiding our culture and performance across a national footprint.

The role is hybrid with a Burlington, MA base; remote work within the United States may be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, or related field; high school diploma or GED may be required
• 10+ years of HR experience
• Proven strategic HR leadership with a track record of productivity and success
• Experience in talent development, succession planning, organizational development, and employee relations
• Excellent consulting and interpersonal skills with ability to build trust at all levels
• Entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability to change
• Ability to manage complex projects in a large, fast-paced, matrixed organization
• Ability to leverage data to drive insights and actions
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the commercial organization's goals
• Provide guidance and leadership to sales and marketing teams
• Coach leadership to enable workforce success and talent development
• Lead organizational change initiatives and HR communications
• Oversee employee relations and compliance with policies and regulations
• Utilize data analytics to measure effectiveness and drive decisions
• Collaborate across departments to integrate HR initiatives across the business

Skills

HR Leadership

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Talent development

Organizational change

Employment law

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ascend Learning is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers.

We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

Ascend Learning leads the way in innovation and solution creation to improve outcomes and deliver results for students, educators, and healthcare workers in the ever-changing field of healthcare. We offer advanced resources that drive nursing success, empower front-line certified allied health workers, help physicians pass boards and stay current, and provide education management tools for medical education programs.

We are hiring now for a seasoned Human Resources Business Partner at the director level who is eager to contribute to our mission of transforming lives. If you are driven by purpose and thrive in a culture that puts people first, we invite you to explore this opportunity further.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Director HR with a business partner focus, you will play a strategic role in aligning business objectives with employees and management across Ascend Learning. You will be instrumental in crafting and implementing HR strategies that foster organizational and people development, ensuring we continue to drive innovation and excellence. Your leadership will be pivotal in nurturing our culture and guiding our talent to new heights of success.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

This position will work a hybrid schedule from our Burlington, MA office location preferred. Remote will be considered within the United States.

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME

• Developing and executing HR strategies in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the commercial organization
• Providing guidance and leadership to commercial teams, fostering an environment of growth and development for sales and marketing team members
• Partnering with and coaching leadership to enable workforce success and talent development
• Leading organizational change initiatives and managing HR-related communications
• Overseeing employee relations, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards
• Utilizing data analytics to drive decision-making and measure effectiveness
• Championing and collaborating across departments to integrate HR strategic initiatives throughout the business

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or other areas combined with relevant work experience is preferred. High school diploma or GED required
• 10+ years of HR experience
• Prior commercial business partnership highly preferred
• Proven experience as a strategic HR leader with a track record of driving organizational productivity and success
• Demonstrated experience of HR functions, including talent development, succession management, organization development and employee relations
• Exceptional consulting and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and build trust at all levels of the organization
• Entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability to change
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities in a large, fast paced, matrixed organization
• Ability to leverage data to gain insights and inform actions
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices

BENEFITS

• Flexible and generous paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) employer matching program
• Parental leave
• Wellness resources
• Charitable matching program
• On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
• Community outreach groups

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

At Ascend Learning, we actively seek and celebrate diverse perspectives, fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and be their authentic selves. We believe that embracing our differences makes us a stronger, more innovative, and successful organization where employees experience a true sense of belonging.

About Ascend Learning

Ascend Learning is a trailblazer in providing tech-enabled educational content, software, and services. We are committed to accelerating learning pathways that empower individuals to make a meaningful impact and change lives in the communities they serve. With a national presence and a reputation for diversity and innovation, Ascend Learning is the ideal place to grow your career.

Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). We do not accept agency or search firm submissions. Applicants for U.S.-based positions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire.

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