Description

People-oriented, passionate, caring, independent, and creative? Raise your hand if that's you! 

The Director of People and Culture is responsible for building on Horizon House’s employee value proposition and promise by collaborating with Horizon House leadership to develop, implement and oversee HR programs and initiatives that elevate the employee experience. This position provides overall leadership and guidance by developing and overseeing effective HR functions including talent acquisition, talent management, total rewards programs, employee relations, training and development, performance management, risk management, communications, and employee engagement. This position leads the Human Resources department, including a Human Resources Manager and three other HR staff members.

While Horizon House is a home to the residents we serve, it is a second home to our amazing staff who work here, and it is our priority to continue to care for our valued employees.

What You'll Do

• Leads, develops, and monitors the ongoing strategic development and implementation of functional HR programs to elevate the employee experience and achieve overall business objectives. 
• Drives the ownership of the culture transformation and employee engagement through influencing, educating, and partnering with key stakeholders including, but not limited to staff, management, and leadership teams.
• A thought leader in Horizon House’s DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) initiatives and company culture; works with managers and senior leadership to ensure DEIBs are central to our people processes.
• Measures and understands the engagement of our employees and develop plans to maintain and improve engagement and satisfaction.
• Leverages analytics and digital solutions to drive strategies for retention, culture change, and other relevant factors impacting employee engagement.
• Develops and implements comprehensive compensation, benefits plans, and total reward programs that are competitive and cost-effective.
• Implements new and enhances existing staff recognition and reward programs.
• Proactively drives effective employee communications in partnership with the leadership team.
• Designs and develops leadership and management development training programs and succession programs.  
• Coaches, counsels, and advises staff across all levels on conflict management. 
• Prepares and analyzes HR metrics and provides reports that support decision making in specified areas.
• Acts as an advisor/coach providing HR expertise and guidance when appropriate on HR related matters.
• Develops HR financial strategies by forecasting requirements, aligning financial resources, developing action plans, measuring results, and initiating corrections
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.

Experience/Knowledge/Education/Specialized Training

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 8 years’ minimum years’ experience in Human Resources, 5 years’ minimum years’ experience in Human Resources Management, 3-5 years’ developing and leading training and development programs (preferred).
• Credentials: Active PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or related certification. 
• Knowledge:
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Proven success in driving employee engagement and retention
  • Thorough understanding of HR policies and procedures, and knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations
• Skills:
  • Strong ability to explain complicated processes and laws in an easy-to-understand manner.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills while maintaining strict levels of confidentiality; project management skills; ability to multi-task over a variety of projects.
  • Accuracy and critical thinking skills.
  • Comfortable dealing with people at all levels of the company.  
  • Excellent customer service skills.
• Charisma: Fosters a friendly and inviting environment that establishes trust and rapport with staff.
• Collaboration: Achieves goals through teamwork and alliances in the broader community.
  
  

Great Reasons to Join our Team!

• Amazing Benefits Package with Low Deductibles: Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, and More!)
• Fun and Exciting Staff Events
• Discounted Meals in our Bistro & Restaurant
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement & Company Match
• Paid Training
• Easy Access on Public Transportation
• ORCA Card Discount
• Discounted Parking
• Gym and Pool Access

https://horizonhouse.org/

Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Learn more about what it means to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Additional information can be found here.

All staff must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. Horizon House is an E-Verify employer. All applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check, and drug screening.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodations while seeking employment, please email hire@horizonhouse.org or call (206) 382-3106 with the nature of your request.