Chief People Officer
$208,790–$271,419 year
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lead the development and execution of organization-wide people and culture strategies that bridge organizational goals with organizational capability. Partner with the CEO, executive leadership team, and Board of Directors to provide strategic guidance on organizational design and people strategies. Foster a culture of inclusion, engagement, accountability, and mission-aligned productivity outcomes for both represented and non-represented employees. Direct labor relations strategy, including collective bargaining negotiations, grievance management, and contract interpretation. Oversee compensation, benefits, wellness programs, HR operations, compliance, HR technology, talent acquisition, learning and development, and leadership development initiatives. This role requires twelve or more years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, including at least five years in a senior executive role. Applicants must live and work in Washington State.
Required Qualifications
- An experienced employee and labor relations professional with a successful track record working in union and nonunion environments
- A trusted executive advisor who builds credibility with employees, union leaders, senior leadership, and the Board of Directors
- A collaborative and inclusive leader who champions employee engagement, belonging, equity, and organizational development
- A strategic thinker who leverages data, analytics, and business insight to improve workforce performance and organizational effectiveness
- Passionate about developing talent, strengthening leadership capability, and creating exceptional employee experiences
- Experience leading people and culture functions within a mission-driven, nonprofit, conservation, education, or public-serving organization
- Advanced degree such as an MBA, Juris Doctor, or related graduate-level credential
- Ability to speak a language in addition to English
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior-level Human Resources certification
- Twelve (12) or more years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, including at least five (5) years in a senior executive role such as CPO, CHRO, VP of HR, or equivalent
- Demonstrated experience leading labor relations to maintain collaborative, productive partnerships with the unionized workforce and union representatives
- Proven success scaling organizations while maintaining a strong focus on employee experience, engagement, and performance
- Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Successful applicants must live and work in Washington State to perform this role
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree such as an MBA, Juris Doctor, or related graduate-level credential
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred
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