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Manager, People and Culture

Connections for Abused Women and their Children

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Reports To: Director of Finance

About Us: Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC) is committed to ending domestic violence. Using a self-help, empowerment approach, we provide a shelter for adults and children, counseling, advocacy, and a 24-hour hotline for people affected by domestic violence. We work for social change through education, service collaboration, and institutional advocacy.

CAWC has a team of 44 employees, anticipating growth to 50 employees. Our team is passionate about making a difference and we are looking for a Manager of People and Culture to join us in this mission.

Position Summary: The Manager of People and Culture will play a key role in managing the day-to-day HR operations and supporting the organization’s growth. This individual contributor role is slated to manage 1-4 employees as the organization expands. The ideal candidate will have a broad knowledge of HR functions and a passion for fostering a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Leadership:

· Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the organization’s mission, values, and goals.

· Develop and manage HR budgets, including compensation and benefits programs, ensuring that the organization is offering competitive packages to attract and retain top talent.

· Develop and implement performance management processes and programs to ensure employees are engaged, productive, and meet the organization's expectations.

Talent Acquisition:

· Identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions to attract top talent

· Develop and lead recruitment efforts, including identifying and cultivating diverse candidate pools

· Oversee onboarding and training processes to ensure new employees have a successful start

· Create and implement employee retention strategies to attract and retain high-performing employees

· Develop and implement metrics to measure and track the success of talent acquisition efforts.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

· Develop and implement strategies to ensure diversity, equity and inclusion are prioritized throughout the organization.

· Create and implement metrics to measure and track the success of DEI initiatives.

Employee Relations and Management:

· Handle employee grievances and conflicts and ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.

· Develop and implement effective performance management processes that support a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

· Develop and implement strategies and programs to support employee development, growth, and career advancement.

· Manage the compensation and benefits programs to ensure they are competitive, fair, and align with the organization’s values and goals.

Employment Regulation Leadership:

· Stay up to date on federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements and ensure that the organization is adhering to all employment laws.

· Ensure that all HR policies, procedures, and practices comply with relevant employment laws and regulations.

· Ensure that the organization’s employee handbook is up-to-date and that all employees are aware of the policies and procedures.

· Stay informed of changes in payroll rules and regulations and ensure that payroll is processed accurately and timely.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.

· 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in human resources, preferably in a nonprofit organization.

· Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations, compensation and benefits practices, and talent management strategies.

· Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing effective HR policies and programs that align with the organization’s goals and values.

· Excellent leadership and management skills, with experience leading and developing high-performing teams.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,000.00 - $89,700.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • human resources leadership: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Chicago, IL 60651 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Chicago, IL 60651: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60651

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