Chief People Officer

$220,000 - $240,000/Yr

Unclassified

Full-time - Executive

51-100 employees

About the position

The Chief People Officer (CPO) at the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) plays a pivotal role in shaping the human capital strategy that aligns with the organization's mission and strategic direction. This position is responsible for a wide range of functions including employee relations, talent management, change management, performance management, training and development, compensation, and succession planning. The CPO will work closely with UCS leadership to implement policies and practices that foster a unified work culture reflective of UCS values, ensuring that the organization is well-positioned to fulfill its mission of using science to address global challenges. In collaboration with key stakeholders, the CPO will provide strategic leadership on human resource and organizational change initiatives, ensuring effective communication across the organization while prioritizing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI). This role requires a proactive approach to driving a comprehensive people strategy that is in line with UCS's organizational strategy and culture, as well as best practices in the field. The CPO will also oversee the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture that values the contributions of all staff and promotes an anti-racist workplace environment. Additionally, the CPO will be responsible for developing and maintaining the annual budget for the People and Culture department, as well as creating strategic recruiting and retention plans that align with UCS's staffing needs and strategic goals. This position reports directly to the President/CEO and is a key member of the Executive team, providing trusted advice and leadership to the Board and other key constituent groups.

Responsibilities

• Drive and deliver a comprehensive people strategy aligned with UCS organizational strategy and culture and best practices.
• Participate as an active member of, and trusted advisor to, the Executive Team, the President, the Board, and key constituent groups.
• Lead through change: help shape organizational readiness for growth and implement change management strategies that provide support to staff.
• Provide oversight of the entire employee lifecycle and ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture across the organization.
• Develop comprehensive strategic recruiting and retention plans to meet the staffing needs of UCS's strategic goals.
• Create a fully inclusive and diverse workplace that values the contributions of all staff and supports the creation of an anti-racist workplace culture.
• Develop and maintain the annual People & Culture department budget.

Requirements

• MBA or MA/MS in human resources or related field or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years of executive HR experience with a company or organization of at least 100 full-time employees.
• Experience managing in a unionized environment.
• SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification is preferred.
• 7 - 10 years of exemplary supervisory and leadership skills.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations, particularly those required in a unionized environment, and experience working with outside counsel.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a non-profit organization.
• Familiarity with remote work policies and practices.