Preble Street
Vice President of Human Resources
Preble Street, Portland, Maine, us, 04122
With numerous and diverse programs providing services to people experiencing homelessness, hunger, and poverty in Maine, Preble Street is a dynamic, innovative, and progressive nonprofit organization with nearly 300 staff who work every day to fulfill the agency’s mission.
Preble Street is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources (VPHR) to plan and oversee the Agency’s HR strategy, including workforce planning and development, employee relations, labor relations, compensation and benefits, staff training, and risk management. The VPHR ensures that HR practices and policies comply with legal requirements, accord with best practices, and are in alignment with Preble Street’s mission, values, and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. In addition to oversight of the HR team and function, as a member of Agency leadership, the VPHR is a key participant in strategic planning for the organization.
Qualifications
This HR leadership role requires significant depth and breadth of HR experience, knowledge, and skills: strategic leadership, tactical management, and significant, direct experience with progressive responsibilities in all or nearly all aspects of the full HR scope of responsibilities are essential for this position. This position also requires an understanding of the work of the agency, Preble Street’s social justice mission, commitment to providing administrative services in support of the mission, and commitment to efforts and initiatives to further diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and services.
Candidates with a combination of hands-on human resources work experience and relevant education and training likely to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the position are encouraged to apply; among the preferred qualifications are relevant education (a graduate degree in business or law preferred); experience in human resources leadership and management; significant knowledge of employee benefits administration and U.S. and Maine employment and labor laws and regulations; staff supervision and management experience; SHRM certification; and social services/nonprofit experience. Experience with labor relations/management and engagement with a unionized workforce preferred.
The VPHR works onsite during regular business hours, with some schedule flexibility and hybrid schedule options available. Please note that this is not a fully remote position.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, salaried position, with generous paid time off, insurance, and retirement plan benefits include:
4 weeks/160 hours (accrued) vacation time, 12 days/96 hours (accrued) sick time, 2 days/16 hours personal time, 12 paid holidays
health insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; dental insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; vision insurance; employer-paid life and disability insurance
403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match
To Apply:
We encourage applicants to apply via Preble Street’s website employment page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to
employment@preblestreet.org
or mailed via USPS mail to Preble Street Human Resources, 55 Portland Street, Portland, ME 04101. If you need assistance or accommodation in the application process, please contact us at hr@preblestreet.org.
Preble Street is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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Preble Street is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources (VPHR) to plan and oversee the Agency’s HR strategy, including workforce planning and development, employee relations, labor relations, compensation and benefits, staff training, and risk management. The VPHR ensures that HR practices and policies comply with legal requirements, accord with best practices, and are in alignment with Preble Street’s mission, values, and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. In addition to oversight of the HR team and function, as a member of Agency leadership, the VPHR is a key participant in strategic planning for the organization.
Qualifications
This HR leadership role requires significant depth and breadth of HR experience, knowledge, and skills: strategic leadership, tactical management, and significant, direct experience with progressive responsibilities in all or nearly all aspects of the full HR scope of responsibilities are essential for this position. This position also requires an understanding of the work of the agency, Preble Street’s social justice mission, commitment to providing administrative services in support of the mission, and commitment to efforts and initiatives to further diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and services.
Candidates with a combination of hands-on human resources work experience and relevant education and training likely to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful in the position are encouraged to apply; among the preferred qualifications are relevant education (a graduate degree in business or law preferred); experience in human resources leadership and management; significant knowledge of employee benefits administration and U.S. and Maine employment and labor laws and regulations; staff supervision and management experience; SHRM certification; and social services/nonprofit experience. Experience with labor relations/management and engagement with a unionized workforce preferred.
The VPHR works onsite during regular business hours, with some schedule flexibility and hybrid schedule options available. Please note that this is not a fully remote position.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, salaried position, with generous paid time off, insurance, and retirement plan benefits include:
4 weeks/160 hours (accrued) vacation time, 12 days/96 hours (accrued) sick time, 2 days/16 hours personal time, 12 paid holidays
health insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; dental insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; vision insurance; employer-paid life and disability insurance
403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match
To Apply:
We encourage applicants to apply via Preble Street’s website employment page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to
employment@preblestreet.org
or mailed via USPS mail to Preble Street Human Resources, 55 Portland Street, Portland, ME 04101. If you need assistance or accommodation in the application process, please contact us at hr@preblestreet.org.
Preble Street is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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