HR Director

Gainor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,656 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts organization in Lower Manhattan is seeking an HR Director to cover parental leave for approximately 8 months. The ideal candidate will have significant HR experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for mission-driven work, with a full-time schedule requiring 4 days onsite per week.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in non-profit sectors; union experience is a plus.
• Ability to operate both strategically and in detail.

Responsibilities

• Conducting one-on-one coaching and advising managers.
• Rolling out and maintaining DEI initiatives.
• Monitoring compliance with employment laws.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Job description

Our client, a fantastic arts organization in Lower Manhattan, is seeking a talented HR Director to cover a parental leave from mid-January for approximately 8 months. The ideal candidate will be flexible, have strong interpersonal skills, and be passionate about working within a mission-driven environment. The schedule is full-time and requires 4 days onsite per week.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Employee relations and performance coaching: Conducting one-on-one coaching and advising managers.
2. DEI initiatives: Rolling out and maintaining various diversity, equity, and inclusion programs.
3. Compliance: Monitoring and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, collaborating with legal teams to implement necessary policies.
4. Talent acquisition: Structuring and filling open positions strategically in collaboration with teams.
5. Leadership collaboration: Working closely with the Executive Director and leadership team on all people-related matters.

Skills and Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
2. Ability to operate both strategically and in detail.
3. Experience in non-profit sectors; union experience is a plus.
4. Experience within a mission-driven culture.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
6. Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills in ambiguous, complex, or high-pressure situations.

Please note: this is an employee position with Gainor (not a consultancy).

Compensation:

Pay Rate: $60-70/hour based on experience.

Gainor provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, national origin, immigration status, marital/familial status, citizenship, disability, genetic info, reproductive health decisions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.