SVP of Human Resources
Listed on 2026-03-02
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HR/Recruitment
Talent Manager, HR Manager, Employee Relations -
Management
Talent Manager, HR Manager, Employee Relations
About Us
Since 1868, the San Francisco SPCA has been helping animals. Today, we continue transforming how pet guardians and their furry friends access lifesaving care through our world-class veterinary hospital, adoption center, and community medicine programs.
Our strategic plan, Vision 2030, builds on our groundbreaking work to provide access to care for animals in San Francisco, the Central Valley, and throughout the state of California. Our goal is to positively impact the lives of eight million animals by 2030.
The San Francisco SPCA is the nation’s fourth oldest SPCA and remains young at heart, thriving on audacious goals for a more humane future for animals and the people who love them. Combining the powerful reach of advocacy throughout the state with local and regional direct services, for both sheltering and veterinary services, we’ve positively impacted the lives of more than 1 million animals in the first three years of Vision 2030.
JobType
Full-time
About the RoleWe’re looking for an innovative and strategic HR leader to build a performance culture where staff members are meaningfully engaged in growing their skills and knowledge, feel empowered in their work in support of our Vision 2030 goals, and do meaningful work to care for animals in San Francisco and throughout California.
The Senior Vice President of Human Resources will lead a talented team of HR professionals that is responsible for all HR functions, including a robust employee development program, an impactful slate of wellness and benefits, and a focus on diversity in hiring, career advancement and organizational policies. The position will offer the successful candidate the opportunity to lead the Human Resources function in one of San Francisco’s most well-known, successful non-profits and an historic, trailblazing organization in the animal welfare sector, in a beautiful, state-of-the-art veterinary and shelter facility in San Francisco.
The SVP, HR will report to the Chief Financial Officer and oversee the Human Resources team. They will serve as a strategic HR Business Partner to the Executive Team, aligning the HR Team’s resources to ensure the needs of the organization work in partnership with the organization’s mission and values.
Core Responsibilities- Strategic HR Leadership:
Proactively lead the development and implementation of HR strategies and processes to align with the SF SPCA’s mission and business goals, focusing on talent acquisition and management, organizational effectiveness and culture. - Performance Management:
Oversee the design and execution of performance management systems and processes that promote accountability, development, and continuous feedback. - Workforce Planning:
Collaborate with leadership to assess and plan for current and future staffing needs, including potential realignments across the organization. - Employee Engagement & Culture:
Foster a culture of transparency, engagement, accountability, and inclusion, while addressing areas of employee disengagement and improving overall morale. - Legal & Compliance Oversight:
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal employment laws, and provide guidance on HR legal matters, including employee relations, investigations, and dispute resolution. - Talent Acquisition & Retention:
Lead the Talent Acquisition function to attract, retain, and develop top talent in alignment with the organization's evolving needs, with a focus on clinical recruitment. - Change Management:
Drive and manage organizational change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions during periods of transformation and restructuring. - HR Operations:
Ensure the efficient delivery of core HR services, including compensation, benefits, HRIS, and employee relations. - Leadership Development:
Build leadership capacity across the organization through Learning and Development programs, coaching and mentorship.
Education and Experience
- BA/BS in HR and/or related field or equivalent experience
- SPHR, SPHR-CA, or SHRM-CP certification preferred
- Minimum 15 years of experience in Human Resources with at least 6 years in an HR leadership role leading either a full HR team or essential HR…
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