Human Resource Director

Company: YMCA
Location: Scotch Plains
Posted on: July 10, 2025

Job Description:

If youre passionate about making a meaningful impact through HR leadership in a mission-driven organization, we want to hear from you! Job Description The Human Resource (HR) Director will lead and manage all aspects of the HR functions with a focus on fostering a culture aligned with the YMCA’s mission, values, and goals. Qualifications Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Strong problem-solving skills, supervisory and leadership skills. Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and its employees. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR preferred. At least 5 years human resource management experience required. Knowledge of HR laws, regulations and best practices. Experience in payroll systems and HRIS software. Commitment to the YMCA mission and ability to model its core values. Essential Functions HR Compliance & Employment Law Ensure YMCA policies and practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws. Maintain and update the employee handbook and HR policies. Oversee documentation and reporting related to labor law compliance, including EEO, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, and workers’ compensation. Manage HR audits. Payroll Administration Oversee payroll processing to ensure timely, accurate compensation. Coordinate with Finance to maintain payroll records and ensure proper deductions, reporting, and tax compliance. Stay current on wage and hour laws, including exempt/non-exempt classifications. Benefits Administration Oversee employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives. Serve as the primary contact for benefit vendors and brokers. Lead annual open enrollment and ensure compliance with ACA and COBRA requirements. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Lead full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and hiring processes. Partner with department heads to identify staffing needs and ensure hiring aligns with strategic goals. Onboarding & Offboarding Oversee onboarding to ensure a welcoming and efficient process for new hires, including orientation, paperwork, and training schedules. Manage offboarding procedures, including exit interviews and separation documentation. Training & Development Assess training needs and develop professional development plans for staff at all levels. Coordinate internal and external training sessions. Support performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and coaching. Manage all employee training records, ensuring timely completion of required courses. Risk Management and Employee Relations & Culture Serve as a resource for employees and managers regarding HR issues, conflict resolution, and organizational policies. Support risk mitigation by training staff on safety procedures and workplace policies. Lead or support investigations related to grievances or workplace misconduct. Provide guidance on disciplinary matters and ensure consistent application of policies. Foster a positive workplace culture aligned with YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Cause-Driven Leadership Competencies Mission Advancement: Models and teaches the Ys values. Ensures a high level of service with a commitment to changing lives. Provides volunteers with orientation, training, development, and recognition. Cultivates relationships to support fundraising. Collaboration: Champions inclusion activities, strategies, and initiatives. Builds relationships to create small communities. Empathetically listens and communicates for understanding when negotiating and dealing with conflict. Effectively tailors communications to the appropriate audience. Provides staff with feedback, coaching, guidance and support. Operational Effectiveness: Provides others with frameworks for making decisions. Conducts prototypes to support the launching of programs and activities. Develops plans and manages best practices through engagement of team. Effectively creates and manages budgets. Holds staff accountable for high-quality results using a formal process to measure progress. Personal Growth: Shares new insights. Facilitates change; models adaptability and an awareness of the impact of change. Utilizes non-threatening methods to address sensitive issues and inappropriate behavior or performance. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Keywords: YMCA, Hamden , Human Resource Director, Human Resources , Scotch Plains, Connecticut