Director of HR & Talent Operations

Spectrum Youth and Family Services; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Youth and Family Services in Vermont is seeking a Director of Human Resources. This full-time exempt role leads recruitment, benefits, payroll, and policy administration, ensuring legal compliance and fostering an inclusive culture.

The position reports to the Executive Director and collaborates with leadership circle. The role requires a bachelor’s degree preferred and at least five years of HR experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in HRIS/ADP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; minimum five years HR experience.
• Proficient in HR principles and processes for recruitment/selection, compensation, employee/labor relations, and employee safety.
• Knowledge of Vermont and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with potential and current employees, external vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Skills and knowledge related to diverse communities, inclusive language, and commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion at Spectrum.
• Experience with HR information systems.
• Ability to leverage emerging technologies to enhance people management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to cultivate an organizational culture that promotes collaboration.
• PHR or SPHR certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and separation processes.
• Enroll employees in benefits programs, coordinate with providers, and maintain employee records.
• Maintain payroll records and process biweekly payroll via ADP; ensure accuracy.
• Manage benefits administration, open enrollment, and provider communications.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Vermont employment laws and regulations; COBRA administration.
• Support training and professional development; coordinate performance and feedback processes.
• Coordinate with senior management on salary reviews and compensation actions.
• Maintain agency personnel policies and job descriptions; support policy development.

Skills

HR management

Recruitment

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Diversity inclusion

HRIS

Technology in HR

Organizational culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ADP payroll software

HRIS systems

Job description

Spectrum Youth and Family Services in Vermont is seeking a Director of Human Resources. This full-time exempt role leads recruitment, benefits, payroll, and policy administration, ensuring legal compliance and fostering an inclusive culture.

The position reports to the Executive Director and collaborates with leadership circle. The role requires a bachelor’s degree preferred and at least five years of HR experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in HRIS/ADP systems.