Senior Director, Human Resources

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Senior Director, Human Resources Work Location: Remote - USA Schedule: Full time To advance the purpose of InterVarsity, this position will provide strategic, systems-level leadership for the Human Resources function, partnering closely with leadership in HR and across the organization to support the design, evolution and execution of the organization's people strategy. The emphasis is on growing and stewarding HR as a proactive, trusted, and forward-looking partner to the Fellowship - cultivating a healthy and thriving organizational culture that advances ministry on campus. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Personal: Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the world Be a lifelong learner who prizes the discipleship of the mind, particularly staying current on issues of business practices within ministry, human resources, and talent management Leadership: Ensure the goals of all reporting functions align with InterVarsity's Purpose Statement, Vision Statement, Core Values, Doctrinal Basis, and Strategic Initiatives Serve as a strategic thought partner and builder, translating HR functions and processes into a coherent, executable people strategy in alignment with our mission and purpose Participate in the development and implementation of strategic plan objectives and HR department strategies, goals, technologies, policies, and procedures Develop long-range plans with measurable objectives for assigned HR functions Provide systems-level leadership: diagnose root causes, surface interdependencies across functions, and design coherent, scalable people systems Anticipate shifting workforce needs and position HR upstream, evolving the function toward proactive, strategic partnership that engages early and shapes strong outcomes Strengthen the HR team's strategic partnership and employee relations capabilities-establishing consistent, collaborative, and well-documented practices that are data-driven and best-in-class Lead the design, administration, and continuous improvement of InterVarsity's compensation strategy, ensuring pay practices are internally equitable, externally competitive with nonprofits and ministries, and aligned with InterVarsity's mission, values, and stewardship commitments Supervision: Recruit, hire, train, develop, supervise and retain qualified HR staff Build an effective team by facilitating strong collaboration, and championing the understanding of organizational interdependencies Design and continually refine the HR operating model-establishing clear, focused roles and lanes of ownership, sound accountability structures, and dedicated capacity so the team can prioritize optimally in partnership with key stakeholders, with a high emphasis on supporting the mobilization of our campus ministries Ensure policies, procedures, and HR programs are consistently administered and aligned with our mission, organizational goals, and in compliance with industry standards and legal requirements Ensure that assigned HR team equips the movement as a center of excellence, stewards resources, provides strategic information, and delivers value-adding services to staff directors and staff Foster an environment of spiritual growth among the HR team Collaboration: Build trusted, high-credibility partnerships with senior leaders across all organizational lines-bringing high emotional intelligence and strong relationship-building skills to advance strategic projects and change initiatives across the Fellowship Provide HR Policy guidance and interpretation to Staff Directors and staff across InterVarsity. Advise leadership of new developments in HR policies, procedures and programs, and employment laws Partner with Staff Directors and Staff on HR and employment related projects and issues Identify training needs for Staff Directors and Staff; facilitate point-in-time coaching and training sessions on HR related topics Build strong working relationships with People Operations leaders to ensure an integrated approach to deliver value added service and strategic counsel to the Fellowship Maintain an effective level of literacy of the various InterVarsity ministries, initiatives, and contexts Lead change in a way that honors people-translating organizational and structural change into clear, concrete implications that engage and support staff along the journey Administration: Assist in developing and managing annual HR budgets Assess and anticipate HR-related needs; recommend new or revised systems, programs, and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the HR department Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment related legal requirements and InterVarsity policies and procedures; assist in mitigating legal risks, and partner with the Legal department as necessary Participate in professional development sessions, conferences and seminars Use people data-including staff surv