Chief Human Resources Officer

Chief Human Resources Officer

Seven Hills Foundation is one of the largest and most comprehensive health and human services organizations in New England, serving more than 60,000 children and adults annually across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. With more than 4,800 employees and over 230 program locations, Seven Hills delivers innovative supports in the areas of disability services, behavioral health, education, housing, and community integration.

The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) serves as a strategic partner and thought leader to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, responsible for developing, executing, and continuously evolving a comprehensive people and workforce strategy that supports the mission, values, and long‑term sustainability of Seven Hills Foundation.

This role requires high‑level strategic thinking and planning for all HR activities, ensuring alignment with the organization’s operational priorities, future growth strategies, and evolving workforce needs. The CHRO will play a central role in supporting Seven Hills’ growth through program expansion, mergers, acquisitions, and affiliate integration while maintaining a unified organizational culture and commitment to mission.

The CHRO oversees all aspects of human capital management across a diverse, multi‑state workforce—including talent acquisition, organizational development, employee relations, labor and regulatory compliance, compensation and benefits, and workforce systems and analytics—and ensures that Seven Hills attracts, develops, and retains a mission‑driven, highly skilled, and engaged workforce capable of advancing quality services to people with disabilities and other life challenges.

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Advanced degree preferred; SPHR/SHRM‑SCP strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources preferred.

• Demonstrated success leading HR strategy for large, multi‑site, multi‑state, mission‑driven, or healthcare/human‑services organizations.
• Notable contributions to inclusive excellence that increase retention and a sense of belonging.
• Proven track record in strategic workforce planning, M&A due diligence, and post‑merger integration.
• Strong understanding of labor laws and workforce regulations across MA, NH, and RI.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with a collaborative, servant‑leadership approach.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to affiliate and program sites across New England.

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Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $200,000 - $230,000 with a generous benefits package.

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Seven Hills is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ applicants.