Chief Community Officer

First Fed is a local community bank on an exciting growth trajectory with 17 locations including 12 full-service branches in Western Washington. By popular vote, First Fed received awards for Best Bank in The Best of the Northwest, Best Banker in Readers' Choice by Cascadia Daily News, and Peninsula Daily News named us Best Bank on the Olympic Peninsula. We also received a Best-In-State bank award from Forbes.
For over 100 years First Fed has served our customers and communities throughout the PNW. We've donated over $9 million to non-profit organizations in the past 8 years through our foundations, sponsorships, direct donations, and matched employee donations. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – our diversity makes us stronger. We believe in personal growth through grit and determination.
Reporting to the CEO and serving as a member of First Fed's Executive Team, the Chief People Officer is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive people strategy in support of First Fed's mission, business objectives, and culture. The CPO will oversee all Human Resources and Learning and Development functions and team members and ensure company-wide compliance with HR policies as well as federal and state laws and regulations.
Provide periodic reports to the CEO, Compensation Committee and Board of Directors.
Synthesize and integrate business performance and ongoing feedback from company leaders to adjust the strategy as needed.
Partner with leaders to model integrity, collaboration, and care in every interaction with the First Fed team and our customers.
Act as executive sponsor for the First Fed Next committee or other culture-focused committees. Lead annual employee engagement survey process, including communication of results and directing initiatives to respond to employee sentiment.
Support recruiting team in strengthening employee brand that positions First Fed as an employer of choice in relevant talent markets.
Lead talent management and acquisition initiatives that continuously improve First Fed's ability to efficiently and equitably attract and hire high quality, diverse talent and support the company's growth.
Oversee development of performance systems and processes that promote accountability and motivate employees to do their best work.
Design organizational structures that optimize team effectiveness.
Act as a strategic advisor, contributor, and thought partner to the CEO and the company's executive team.
Partner with leadership to establish robust succession plans that mitigate risk and support the company's long-term growth.
Build development programs that support the growth and effectiveness of people managers and that help employees feel respected, valued, and appreciated.
Draft, prepare, and review annual compensation and benefits-related regulatory reports.
Manage third-party administration and ensure company compliance with employee stock ownership plan, equity incentive plan, and 401(k) plan.
People Operations
Lead, motivate, and develop a strong, distributed People Operations team of HR professionals that can effectively deliver the people strategy.
Ensure First Fed's policies and practices are compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.
Evaluate, select, and implement HR tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of critical people operations.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Manage and oversee employment related legal issues in collaboration with counsel.
Actively engage with auditors and regulators, providing required information in a timely, well-structured and efficient manner.
Prepare and present regular reports to the CEO, Compensation Committee and Board of Directors reflecting progress towards strategic goals and objectives, ongoing initiatives, and departmental developments.
Expertise in compensation strategy, benefits administration, talent acquisition, performance management, organizational development, and employee engagement.
~ Exceptional communicator and influencer, experienced at working across a diverse group of stakeholders and adept at partnering with C-suite leaders.
~ Experience within the banking or financial services sector preferred.
~ Experience in digital transformation within a legacy industry strongly preferred.
The work requires the ability to operate office machines and equipment, such as personal computers, printers, copying machines and telephones. The work requires the ability to communicate clearly with customers, coworkers, and others in person and on telephones. The incentive plan for this position is the Officer Incentive plan. It is paid out annually with a 35% target payout.
Employees will be eligible for our benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plans (401k with company match and Employee Stock Ownership Plan), gym membership reimbursement, discounts on our banking products, and more As a community Bank, we know the power in bringing people together from all walks of life. Our communities are diverse and reflect the unique diversity of the places we live and work. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran
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