Director of Human Resources

Are you a seasoned Human Resources professional with a passion for both strategic HR leadership and ensuring strong compliance standards? The Rhode Island Community Food Bank is seeking an experienced HR leader to guide a small, dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll balance the strategic implementation of employee-focused initiatives with the critical responsibility of upholding compliance and traditional HR practices. If you're ready to make an impact by delivering exceptional HR services with a focus on both innovation and compliance, we want to hear from you The Director of Human Resources is responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies, policies, and initiatives that align with business objectives, ensuring compliance with labor and ERISA laws, fostering a positive company culture, and enhancing the overall employee experience. The Director of Human Resources will oversee talent management, administration of the HRIS, including payroll, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, and leadership and staff professional development. The Director of HR is instrumental in shaping and driving a high-performance culture by enhancing the RICFB’s commitment to its employees and strengthening its position as an employer of choice. Responsibilities & Essential Functions Strategic Leadership Talent Management HRIS and Payroll Management Compensation Programs Benefit Programs Performance Management & Employee Relations Compliance and Risk Management Culture & Employee Engagement General HR Administration and Systems Qualifications BS degree in human resources or a related field and a minimum of 7-10 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role. Experience interpreting HR, payroll & benefit laws and regulations. Demonstrated initiative in determining new or modifying existing HR policies & procedures and effectively communicating them to the Board, senior management and staff. Established organizational leadership and decision-making skills at the director level. Demonstrated supervisory skills. Excellent verbal & written communication skills with attention to detail. Ability to achieve goals and align interest through cooperation & collaboration with other departments or teams, even where no direct reporting relationship exists. Experience with employee relationships and conflict management. Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and HRIS systems, preferably ADP Workforce Now. The individual must be self-motivated and committed to workplace participation and diversity with the ability to work as a team. Also, it is necessary that the individual understand and agree with the vision and mission of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and be committed to providing services to people facing situations of hunger and poverty.