Vice President Human Resources

If you are looking for employment with a purpose where you can help improve the daily lives of the members of your community, then consider a career with Pioneer Human Services!

We are currently looking for a Vice President of Human Resources with a passion for human services. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved with an organization focused on a transformative path towards social change, creating pathways for rehabilitation, reintegration, and redemption.

Who we are - Our Mission

We empower justice-involved individuals to overcome adversity and reach their full potential.

For over 60 years, we have proudly serviced our clients with professionalism and empathy. We are a nationally recognized non-profit with 35+ locations across Washington state that provided a chance for change to over 9,500 individuals in 2024.

What We Offer

At Pioneer, our employees are our most valuable asset. That's why we're proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, security, and work-life balance.

Compensation:

The compensation range for this role is $232 000 to $297 000 based on relevant experience, demonstrated leadership impact, and alignment with internal equity. Final compensation decisions also consider external market competitiveness for executive talent.

Benefits:

Eligible after 30 days of full-time employment (minimum of 30 hours/week):

* Medical

* Flexible spending

* Dental

* Vision

Additional coverage after 60 days:

* Life

* AD&D

* Disability

Other benefits:

* Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending

* Tuition assistance (100% for bachelor's, 50% for graduate programs)

* Retirement plan (3.5% annual compensation contribution, plus 3.5% match for 6% individual contribution)

* Employee recognition programs

* Public transportation discount

* Employee assistance program (EAP)

Join Pioneer and be part of a team that values and invests in you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the Vice President of Human Resources (VP of HR) provides strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of Pioneer Human Services' people strategy, workforce engagement, and Corporate Safety. The VP of HR ensures alignment with Pioneer's strategic plan, mission, and values, while delivering innovative, mission-driven solutions that enhance talent outcomes, organizational performance, and workplace well-being.

This position also oversees enterprise-wide workplace safety, partnering across business units to drive a culture of proactive risk mitigation and compliance.

The VP of HR serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO and peers on workforce and culture matters; leads a cross-functional HR team responsible for the full spectrum of human capital functions; ensures operational excellence; and drives forward critical initiatives related to talent management, leadership development, total rewards, DEIB, employee engagement, safety, retention, employee relations, and workforce compliance. This role champions inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & HR Governance

* Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team on workforce strategy, culture, and organizational effectiveness.

* Develop and execute an integrated multi-year HR strategic plan aligned with mission priorities, operational needs, and workforce trends.

* Champion a high-performance, equity-driven culture of accountability, innovation, and engagement.

* Provide strategic HR guidance to the organization and contributes to governance reporting as needed.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

* Lead recruitment strategy for clinical, operational, leadership, and hard-to-fill roles.

* Implement modern sourcing practices, employer branding, internal mobility, and onboarding strategies to attract and retain top talent.

* Collaborate on workforce planning and forecasting with finance and program leaders.

Organizational Development & Talent Management

* Design and deliver leadership development, manager training, and learning experiences that build bench strength and career pathways.

* Drive performance management, succession planning, and talent reviews.

* Foster employee engagement, implement engagement strategies and programs, feedback mechanisms, and culture-building programs that reflect the organization's mission and values.

Total Rewards & Compensation Strategy

* Oversee design, administration, and communication of compensation structures and employee benefit programs.

* Lead annual market benchmarking, salary structure updates, and pay equity audits.

* Evaluate and implement incentive and recognition mechanisms tied to business and individual performance.

HR Operations, Compliance & Risk Management

* Ensure HR systems, data integrity, and process efficiency across the employee lifecycle.

* Maintain compliance with federal, state (WA), and industry-specific labor laws and employment regulations.

* Oversee employee relations, workplace…