Job Description
United Community Supports of Maryland is a dynamic and compassionate organization committed to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes independence, dignity, and personal growth. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve!
Position Description We are seeking a highly experienced
Chief People and Culture Officer . This role oversees the overall strategic direction, planning, coordination, administration and evaluation of the human resources function at United Community Supports of Maryland. The
Chief People and Culture Officer is responsible for developing and ensuring effective implementation of plans, systems, policies and processes for workforce planning, talent acquisition, talent management and development, employee engagement, legal compliance and recordkeeping, employee relations, total rewards (compensation and benefits), and payroll. This hybrid role allows the successful candidate to work from home as well as attend necessary in-person meetings, events and stakeholder onboarding support meetings.
Primary Responsibilities - Oversee day-to-day human resources activities
- Develop and drive talent management strategies to ensure effective staffing alignment with the needs of the business. Create systems to attract talent, identify critical talent needs, develop core competencies and corresponding development opportunities, and engage leadership in succession planning.
- Mitigate legal risk to the organization through proactive training and education, clear systems and processes for managing conflicts with and between employees, handling and investigating complaints of harassment/discrimination and other unjust practice allegations.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the organization's goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
- Conduct research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organization's human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system.
- Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
- Participate in strategic planning for the organization. Provides leadership and consulting support to management on matters of cultivating culture, setting goals, developing policies, and implementing strategic objectives. Consults with all areas of management responsible for policy or actions.
- Conduct or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications
- Maintain employee personnel records.
- Create and distribute internal communications regarding status changes or company policies
Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required;
- Masters degree preferred.
- At least five years of human resource management experience required.
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Exceptional ability to maintain trust and confidentiality
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must pass a background check.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Compassion, patience, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact.
We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and compassionate Associate Director of Operations to our team!
Annual Salary Range Benefits
- Hybrid position
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
United Community Supports of Maryland is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Job Tags
Full time, Work from home,