Director, People Experience

Director, People Experience

About StriveTogether

StriveTogether is a national movement with a clear purpose: helping every child succeed in school and in life from cradle to career, regardless of race, ethnicity, zip code or circumstance. Our Cradle to Career Network is made up of 70 communities across the country, together reaching 14 million youth. StriveTogether provides coaching, resources and rigorous approaches to transform the systems of opportunity in these communities. Our current strategic plan has a bold vision: to put 4 million more young people on a path to economic mobility by 2030.

The StriveTogether team is passionate, talented and dedicated to achieving our mission. We seek and value all kinds of diversity and work hard to eliminate inequities in ourselves, our organization and our communities. We support each other to try new things, have tough conversations and push for change. As we work, we share learning and progress, use data to make decisions and celebrate our wins.

About you

You are a champion of equity in opportunity and are committed to ensuring all children succeed, regardless of race, ethnicity, zip code or circumstance. You are hands-on, well-rounded Human Resources professional looking to make an impact on a small, but mighty, People Experience (PX) team. You thrive in an environment where you build strong relationships by understanding organizational needs and owning tactical processes to enable your colleagues to do their best work. You move forward in a thoughtful, detail-oriented manner. You are a tech-savvy, critical thinker who consistently achieves results.

About the position

Reporting to the Vice President, People Experience, the Director, People Experience owns the full team member life cycle from a day-to-day perspective – employee relations, talent management, compensation & benefits, learning & development, HR systems and analytics, and Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI).

This person will build relationships with every team member across the organization to ensure each person feels engaged and invested. The Director will use data to identify gaps in our processes for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and passionate about nurturing our people and building processes for maximum productivity and retention.

Responsibilities and duties

1. Functional Leadership:

• In partnership with the Vice President, People Experience, implement the People Experience Strategy in alignment with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Partner with organizational leadership to implement organizational development, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in people operations practices.

2. Employee Relations:

• Oversee employee relations programs and initiatives to promote a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and guide managers and employees.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and company policies.

3. Talent Management:

• Lead the talent acquisition process to attract, select, and retain top talent.
• Develop and implement effective onboarding programs to ensure seamless integration of new hires.
• Oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development plans.

4. Compensation and Benefits:

• Manage competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain talent.
• Conduct market analyses every two years to ensure compensation practices are competitive and equitable.
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits and wellness programs.

5. Learning and Development:

• Develop and implement learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth.
• Identify training needs and create development plans for employees at all levels.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

6. HR Systems and Analytics:

• Oversee the implementation and management of HR systems and technologies to improve efficiency and data accuracy.
• Utilize HR analytics to provide insights and support decision-making.
• Ensure the integrity and confidentiality of HR data and records.

7. Compliance and Policies

• Oversee PX compliance for the organization, ensuring the proper processes are in place and followed for all required forms and documentation (I-9, tax forms, and benefits enrollment)
• Stay current on employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance
• Support audits and compliance reviews as necessary
• Stay current on labor laws and regulations to ensure the organization's policies and practices remain compliant
• Collaborate with PX leadership to develop, update, and communicate company policies and procedures

8. Racial Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI):

• Champion DEI initiatives and integrate them into all people operations strategies and practices.
• Develop programs and policies to promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Monitor and report on DEI metrics and progress.

Special projects as assigned

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, psychology, or a related field preferred
• 10+ years of experience in HR/People Operations, with leadership experience a plus
• Experienced working with/supporting hybrid organizations a plus
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations
• Proven ability to implement people operations strategies and initiatives
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in HRIS and HR analytics
•  Relevant certifications (e.g., CPLP, SHRM-CP, or equivalent) a plus
• Proficiency in HRIS, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Suite required. ADP Workforce Now required and Asana preferred
• Embodiment of our values: Community, Courage, Curiosity, Equity, Progress and Results
• Approximately 25% travel required

Position details

This is an exempt position with a salary range of $88,000 - $150,000 (min-max). StriveTogether offers competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience and skills. This position will be a hybrid role based in our Cincinnati office.

Benefits, perks and flexibility

Time Away

• Sick, vacation, personal, floating holiday/wellness day, bereavement, jury duty
• 11 paid company holidays and a paid winter break the last week of December
• Paid parental leave
• Paid sabbatical after seven years of employment
• Paid time off to vote 
• Caregiver time off

Benefits

• Medical and dental plans
• 100% paid vision, short-term and long-term disability and basic life insurance.
• $2,500 annual HSA contribution for users of high-deductible health care plans
• Cellphone and internet stipend
• Competitive retirement plan with automatic employer contribution and match
• Professional development
• Employee Assistance Program 

Perks

• Remote work opportunities available
• Birthday gift card
• DeskPass access (community desk and meeting room options for remote team members)
• Company credit card for internal expenses
• Home office stipend (up to $250 per year).

Perks at our Cincinnati headquarters

• Employer paid parking
• Hybrid work model with two work-from-home days each week
• Rooftop deck
• Snacks and beverages
• Dog-friendly office

StriveTogether provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Benefits, perks and flexibility

Time Away

• Sick, vacation, personal, floating holiday/wellness day, bereavement, jury duty
• 11 paid company holidays and a paid winter break the last week of December
• Paid parental leave
• Paid sabbatical after seven years of employment
• Paid time off to vote 
• Caregiver time off

Benefits

• Medical and dental plans
• 100% paid vision, short-term and long-term disability and basic life insurance.
• $2,500 annual HSA contribution for users of high-deductible health care plans
• Cellphone and internet stipend
• Competitive retirement plan with automatic employer contribution and match
• Professional development
• Employee Assistance Program 

Perks

• Remote work opportunities available
• Birthday gift card
• DeskPass access (community desk and meeting room options for remote team members)
• Company credit card for internal expenses
• Home office stipend (up to $250 per year).

Perks at our Cincinnati headquarters

• Employer paid parking
• Hybrid work model with two work-from-home days each week
• Rooftop deck
• Snacks and beverages
• Dog-friendly office