The Jewish Federation of Detroit, a leading philanthropic organization serving the metro-Detroit community is seeking an experienced and dynamic senior HR professional to lead the HR team, shape a thriving and engaged workforce while driving our organizational success. The Senior Director, Human Resources will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of HR operations and fostering a positive and productive work environment. This role requires exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on expertise in HR practices.  Responsibilities include employee relations, talent acquisition/retention, professional development, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, 403(b) administration, and other HR policies and practices. This position will supervise a team of 3 HR professionals and support a staff of 100 Federation employees.

•    Foster a positive, collaborative and dynamic work environment. 

•    Develop a culture of integrity, teamwork, resourcefulness, and accountability.

•    Recruit and retain top talent, and direct hiring, onboarding, and succession planning. 

•    Recommend and execute staffing decisions, including layoffs, transfers, and promotions.

•    Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent. 

•    Administer an ERISA 403(b) Plan covering 7 agencies with over $30M in assets.

•    Works closely with management to drive staff excellence, improve employee morale, and build highly effective teams.

•    Oversee performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and development plans. 

•    Identify professional development needs, design training programs, and facilitate learning opportunities to enhance employee skills and career growth.

•    Provide ongoing and proactive coaching for employees and managers.

•    Address employee relations issues and resolve problems to ensure a fair and respectful work environment. 

•    Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and labor laws.  Work with legal counsel and senior leadership to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risk.  

•    Develop, implement, and update HR policies, procedures and employee handbook.

•    Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting a diverse workforce and an inclusive work culture.

•    Act as HR consultant to Federation’s partner agencies.

Requirements and Skills:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus. HR Certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHR) is a plus.

•    Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.

•    Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a team to achieve goals.

•    Proven ability to think strategically, align HR practices with business objectives, and drive organizational transformation.

•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees, managers, and leadership.

•    Adept at analyzing complex situations, identifying issues, and developing effective, creative solutions.

•    Experience in managing change and guiding employees through transitions.

•    In-depth knowledge of employment laws and regulations to ensure HR practices are compliant.

•    Ability to collaborate across departments and work effectively in a team environment.

•    Proficient in using HR software, tools, and systems for data analysis, reporting, and talent management.

•    Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to handle sensitive employee matters.

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