Unclassified - Troy, NY
posted about 2 months ago
KIPP Capital Region is seeking a Chief People Officer (CPO) to join their growing team in Albany/Troy, NY! As a member of the Executive Leadership Team and reporting directly to the CEO, the CPO will play a key role in developing and leading KIPP Capital Region's Talent and People Team. In addition to serving as a vital thought partner to the CEO and other senior leaders, the CPO will lead talent strategy, mitigate risk to the organization, and implement talent policies/programs that foster an inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive and grow across KIPP Capital Region's network. The CPO plays a key role in fulfilling this commitment and driving the overall strategic direction of KIPP Capital Region. To do this, the CPO will manage a team of talent and HR professionals, ensuring KIPP Capital is a leader in critical areas such as recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, employee development and engagement, career pathways and performance management, and more. They will ensure the integration of anti-racist practices into all talent systems, and uphold a high standard of excellence in the partnership, service, and support they and their teams provide to schools. The position requires a commitment to KIPP Capital Region's mission and an unwavering belief that all students, regardless of their zip codes or demographics, will learn and achieve if given the right opportunities and support. The CPO will also demonstrate a commitment to advancing racial equity and belief in the vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Successful navigation of complex talent/HR issues and experience building talent/HR systems and teams from the ground up is preferred. The role requires flexibility in scheduling, as travel to different KIPP Capital Region schools is necessary.