Chief People and Culture Officer

2 weeks ago


Burlington, Vermont, United States Lund Full time
Position Overview

About Lund:
Lund has been a beacon of hope for over 132 years, dedicated to empowering families and ensuring a nurturing environment for children in Vermont. As a multifaceted nonprofit organization, Lund positively impacts the lives of over 5,000 individuals annually. Our mission focuses on helping children flourish by enabling families to overcome challenges such as poverty, addiction, and abuse through education, support, and adoption services.

Role Summary:
Lund recognizes that its workforce is its greatest asset in fulfilling its mission. We are committed to creating an environment that attracts, nurtures, and empowers a diverse and inclusive team. This pivotal role will spearhead Lund's initiatives to foster a vibrant, healthy, and inclusive workplace. The Director of People & Culture will serve as a strategic collaborator, visionary leader, and advocate for our organizational culture. This position is accountable for formulating and implementing HR strategies that enhance organizational performance, employee engagement, talent development, and diversity and inclusion efforts. The Director will partner closely with the Leadership Team to ensure HR practices align with business goals. Lund is steadfast in its commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI), integrating these principles into our operational practices and culture.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Strategic Leadership: Formulate and implement the HR strategy in alignment with organizational objectives, driving initiatives that reinforce the company's culture and mission.
  2. Talent Acquisition & Management: Oversee the entire talent lifecycle, from attracting and recruiting top talent to onboarding, development, and retention, ensuring the right fit for every role.
  3. Performance Management: Establish and manage performance evaluation systems that promote a culture of continuous feedback, learning, and recognition.
  4. Diversity & Inclusion: Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives to cultivate an equitable workplace that fosters belonging for all employees.
  5. Employee Engagement: Design and implement programs aimed at enhancing employee engagement, well-being, and work-life balance, while actively measuring and addressing employee satisfaction.
  6. Organizational Development: Lead initiatives to build a high-performance culture through leadership development, career progression, and succession planning.
  7. Compliance & Policy Development: Ensure adherence to labor laws and regulations while crafting HR policies that reflect industry best practices.
  8. Benefits & Compensation: Oversee the design and management of competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent.
  9. Employee Relations: Address complex employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and facilitate conflict resolution to maintain a respectful work environment.
  10. HR Analytics: Leverage data and analytics to inform decision-making, assess HR performance, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

  1. Strong intrinsic motivation to contribute to a mission-driven nonprofit making a significant impact in local communities.
  2. Demonstrated success in developing and executing HR strategies that align with organizational objectives.
  3. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to cultivate relationships at all organizational levels.
  4. Robust problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
  5. Expertise in managing sensitive situations and resolving conflicts with empathy.
  6. A growth mindset with a commitment to fostering a learning culture.
  7. An entrepreneurial spirit, thriving in the development of new initiatives within a complex environment.
  8. Ability to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly matrixed organizational structure.
  9. Experience collaborating in a distributed organization and working effectively in a hybrid setting.

Interested in learning more?
If you possess 70% or more of the skills, knowledge, and experience outlined above, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your interest and relevant experiences.

Lund is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.



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