Chief People Officer

Location: New York

Chief People Officer
Educational Alliance
197 E Broadway
New York, NY 10002

Educational Alliance brings together and partners with our neighbors throughout Lower Manhattan, offering individuals and families high-quality, multi-generational programs and services that enhance their well-being and socioeconomic opportunities. We are a place where everyone is welcome and where progress is powered one relationship at a time. We are proud of our legacy as a Jewish organization and we provide high-quality, transformational services and programs to all New Yorkers through our network of community centers on Manhattan's Lower East Side and East Village.

As we have for over 130 years, we offer best-in-class programming-across multiple sites-focusing on a mix of educational, health and wellness, arts, culture, and civic engagement.

We are looking for our next Chief People Officer. The Chief People Officer (CPO) is a critical member of Educational Alliance's executive team. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on management of People and Cultures strategy, talent development and organizational growth. The CPO will drive our efforts to recruit, develop, and retain a skilled, inclusive workforce of almost 700 staff (growing to nearly 1,00 to staff our summer camps);

lead collective bargaining and labor relations; oversee compliance and risk management, partner with Finance and other EA departments on benefits and compensation systems; foster a culture where staff feel supported, valued and able to thrive.

To apply , please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Organizational Culture

• Develop and implement a comprehensive People and Culture strategy aligned with EA's mission and strategic goals, including workforce planning, while fostering a culture, based on our values, that informs decisions about who we hire, develop, promote, and retain.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board of Trustees, EA executive leadership and senior leadership, advancing initiatives that strengthen culture, belonging, accountability, and organizational effectiveness.

• Lead change initiatives that enhance agility, collaboration, and performance across the agency.

• Act as lead communicator for People and Culture policies and organizational values through trainings and workshops, written guidance, and digital resources

Talent Management and Development

• Oversee full-cycle talent acquisition, including employer branding, outreach onboarding, and retention strategies.

• Build and sustain strategies that reduce turnover, strengthen loyalty, and ensure employees feel valued and invested in their growth and future at EA.

• Reimagine and strengthen the employee experience to ensure satisfaction, growth, and connection, fostering engagement and belonging throughout the organization.

• Create pathways to grow and empower leaders, ensuring a pipeline of strong, future-ready talent. Support both vertical and horizontal growth opportunities so staff can expand skills and impact even when promotional roles are limited.

• Elevate compensation, recognition, and development strategies to ensure staff feel invested in, valued, and part of a shared mission.

• Implement and manage agency-wide performance management systems that are competency-based and focused on staff growth.

Operations, Compliance, and People Practices

• Oversee the Compliance function, ensuring strong alignment of compliance and risk management functions.

• Provide leadership and accountability for organizational compliance with all federal, state, and city employment regulations, union rules, licensing requirements, and reporting obligations.

• Oversee benefits and compensation strategy, ensuring competitiveness, fairness, and compliance.

• Anticipate future workforce needs and develop scalable, innovative people solutions, including strategies to manage cyclical hiring patterns and seasonal onboarding effectively.

• Manage People and Culture budget and contribute to agency-wide budgeting process, especially around fringe and benefit costs.

• Maintain accurate workforce analytics and data reporting to inform…