Description
Associate Director, Human Resources
Department: Human Resources
Supervisor: Chief People Officer
Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Location: Remote
Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Travel: up to 1x/per year
Pay Range: $108,000-$134,000
EEO: First/Mid-Level Officials and Managers
Position Summary: The Associate Director, Human Resources will lead, oversee, and administer human resources functional excellence and process improvement, resolving escalated issues impacting human resources internally and cross-functionally. The Associate Director, Human Resources specializes in all areas of HR responsibility and is a trusted business partner that will be responsible for executing people initiatives while providing excellent internal and external service. This position is responsible for keeping IFM abreast of employment laws and industry trends that impact all areas of human resources.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Partners with the Chief People Officer to implement organizational strategy and development goals throughout the employee life cycle.
- Executes organization wide programs (workforce planning, year-end performance and salary review, organizational change). Works closely with leaders and employees to foster an organizational culture that aligns with the IFM Employee Core Values.
- Conducts and documents workplace investigations into unlawful workplace activity, perceived unfair treatment and violations of organizational policies and procedures; draft investigation reports, and produce actionable findings and recommendations in an efficient, thorough, timely and professional manner, in close consultation with the Chief People Officer, the Executive Leadership team and, as needed, with outside counsel.
- Monitors, tracks and stewards, annual human capital budget in alignment with executive leadership.
- Manages the performance evaluation process; collaborates in the development of performance management tools, delivery and ensures regular feedback is provided to employees.
- Manages functional activities of the HR team; setting priorities, creating timelines and providing guidance and support for team members in order to deliver exceptional HR service across the organization.
- Identifies annual mandatory and recommended training for staff.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (FMLA, COBRA, AA, ADA, ADEA, etc.) and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
What We’re Looking For:
- Professional Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification required.
- 5 years’ experience with increasing levels of responsibility to include a broad HR generalist background with experience in multiple disciplines.
- 3+ years’ experience leading and managing teams.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with quickly shifting priorities.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
- Knowledge and expertise in federal and state employment laws
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Adaptability: Demonstrates leadership during change and capable of keeping course during high-paced initiatives.
- Accountability & Execution: Ability to take responsibility and demonstrate initiative to plan, prioritize and deliver results on time.
- Analytical & Critical Thinking: Must be able to make decisions guided by resource availability and functional objectives.
- Ability to assess and apply best practices for change management.
- Collaborate: Ability to partner with teammates to create solutions and deliver on objectives. Promotes vision and purpose amongst teammates.
- Lead: Ability to lead individuals and teams by providing clear direction, coaching and feedback.
- Ability to maintain a high level of discretion with confidential information.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Strong formal and informal presentation skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat; and an HR Information System; willingness and ability to adapt to new technologies, equipment, and software.
What’s In It for You?
- National healthcare plan coverage offered!
- National dental and vision plans!
- Paid employee life and disability insurance!
- Paid employee assistance program!
- Two weeks’ vacation and two weeks’ sick leave accrued annually for new employees!
- Monthly work-from-home stipend!
- 401(k) with generous contribution!
- 14 paid holidays annually!
- Meeting-free Tuesday afternoons!
- Department budgeted job skills training!
- Complimentary registration to IFM’s educational programs!
Get to Know Us!
The team at IFM is changing the way medicine is practiced and transforming the health (and lives) of
millions of people around the world. Every single day, our teammates impact the quality of patient care through their unique roles that support the mission of our organization!
The Human Resources Department, comprised of 5 full-time professionals and 1 consultant, embodies our organizational value of collaboration in all work and is motivated to create a culture of belonging for all employees at IFM. We strive to develop thoughtful and timely solutions that support our employees and put people first.
Interview Process
1. You see this job posting, it piques your interest, and you complete the IFM Application for Employment.
2. Upon review of your resume, a member of the HR Department will reach out to schedule a phone screen with qualified applicants. If you are not selected, it is because we received more qualified applicants for the open role, and you will be notified of our decision.
Thank you for considering our open role!
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Institute for Functional Medicine, IFM, is a federal government contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. IFM invites all applicants to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status. As such, IFM invites you to voluntarily self-identify as a qualified individual, if applicable using the Voluntary EEO Form.
At IFM we consider all applicants with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds that are relevant and applicable to the role. Our highly collaborative culture is grounded in a commitment to ensure respectful and positive working relationships where every team member has a sense of belonging.
If you need accommodations during the interview process, please inform the Human Resources representative as soon as possible. IFM will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodation(s) during the interview and hiring process.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Completion of this information is voluntary and as such, adverse action will not be taken should you decide not to self-identify. The information you submit will be kept confidential.
Applicants Rights under Federal Employment Laws
FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf
EEO: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
EPPA: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/eppac.pdf
Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- Professional Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification required.
- 5 years’ experience with increasing levels of responsibility to include a broad HR generalist background with experience in multiple disciplines.
- 3+ years’ experience leading and managing teams.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with quickly shifting priorities.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
- Knowledge and expertise in federal and state employment laws
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Adaptability: Demonstrates leadership during change and capable of keeping course during high-paced initiatives.
- Accountability & Execution: Ability to take responsibility and demonstrate initiative to plan, prioritize and deliver results on time.
- Analytical & Critical Thinking: Must be able to make decisions guided by resource availability and functional objectives.
- Ability to assess and apply best practices for change management.
- Collaborate: Ability to partner with teammates to create solutions and deliver on objectives. Promotes vision and purpose amongst teammates.
- Lead: Ability to lead individuals and teams by providing clear direction, coaching and feedback.
- Ability to maintain a high level of discretion with confidential information.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Strong formal and informal presentation skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat; and an HR Information System; willingness and ability to adapt to new technologies, equipment, and software.
