Director of Human Resources

Director of Human Resources

At Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches, we believe every family deserves stability, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive. For more than four decades, we've worked to strengthen our community by providing housing, support, and hope to families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven organization that shows up every day to help families build brighter, more secure futures.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director of Human Resources leads and oversees all human resources functions, including employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, training and development, workforce planning, compliance, and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).

This position serves as both a strategic business partner and a hands-on HR leader, responsible for developing and implementing people-focused initiatives while managing the daily operations of the Human Resources department. The Director fosters a positive, engaged, and high-performing workplace culture and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations while supporting the organization's mission, values, and strategic objectives.

Essential Functions

Human Resources Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as the organization's senior Human Resources leader, providing strategic guidance and support to the Chief Executive Officer and leadership team on workforce planning, employee engagement, organizational development, and talent management.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate HR programs, policies, and initiatives that support the agency's mission, culture, and strategic objectives.

• Assist the CEO and leadership team with short- and long-term strategic planning, succession planning, organizational design, and workforce development initiatives.

• Monitor industry trends, employment law changes, and HR best practices, recommending and implementing changes as needed.

Department Management & Supervision

• Direct the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department.

• Supervise, coach, and develop the Human Resources Assistant, providing guidance, training, and feedback.

• Establish departmental priorities, monitor workflow, and ensure timely completion of HR-related activities.

• Serve as a resource to employees and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, and employment-related matters.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Foster a positive, productive, and compliant work environment by providing guidance and support to employees and supervisors on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, conflict resolution, performance management, and policy interpretation.

• Lead and document workplace investigations and partner with supervisors and leadership to address employee performance and conduct issues, including coaching, corrective action, performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions, and separations.

• Coordinate with legal counsel and organizational leadership on complex employee relations matters and termination reviews when necessary.

• Manage and administer the organization's performance management processes, including 90-day, annual, and ongoing performance evaluations.

Talent Acquisition, Onboarding & Retention

• Lead the organization's recruitment and talent acquisition efforts to attract, hire, and retain qualified employees.

• Partner with hiring managers throughout the recruitment process, including job posting strategy, candidate screening, interviewing, selection, and offer recommendations.

• Develop and recommend employment offers, collaborating with the CFOO as appropriate and obtain final approval from the CEO.

• Oversee pre-employment screening processes, including background checks, employment verification, and onboarding compliance requirements.

• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding programs to support employee engagement and retention.

• Collaborate with leadership to identify current and future staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies accordingly.

Benefits, Compensation & HR Administration

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