Job Description: Director of Human Resources and Administration

Classification & FLSA Status: Full time | Exempt 

Pay Range: $95,000 - $125,000 a year

Department: Human Resources and Administration 

Location: CARECEN’s Los Angeles office 

About CARECEN:

CARECEN empowers Central Americans and all immigrants by defending human and civil rights, working for social and economic justice and promoting cultural diversity.

Job Summary:

The Director of Human Resources and Administration will play a crucial role in managing and enhancing the organization's HR and administrative functions. This position requires a strategic thinker who can oversee HR policies, ensure compliance, and foster a positive and productive work environment. The Director will also handle day-to-day Human Resources (HR) and administrative tasks to support the smooth operation of the nonprofit. This position will directly supervise 3 employees.

Job Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Human Resources

• Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.
• Manages CARECEN’s relationship with the Union.
• Keeps up-to-date on changes and updates in employment law.
• Develops and recommends personnel policies and procedures for inclusion in handbook.
• Oversees the employee benefits programs including medical dental, life, disability insurance, supplemental medical and 403b.
• Monitors timely and complete conduct of annual employee evaluations.
• Tracks employee personal time off.
• Manages orientation program for welcoming and integrating new employees.
• Oversees employee recordkeeping including new hires, performance appraisals, employee transfers, separations and exit interviews.
• Creates and maintains current job descriptions for all employees.
• Collaborates with Finance for accurate bimonthly payroll.
• Recruits, interviews, tests and selects employees to fill vacant positions.
• Responsible for management and employee training programs, in coordination with other management staff.
• Serves as a liaison for management team and supervises employees on HR issues that affect performance and business relationships.
• Fosters a workplace environment consistent with the values and vision of the CARECEN.
• Meets deadlines, prioritizes company assignments and maintains professional composure under pressure and dynamic conditions.
• Adjusts to new situations encountered on a daily basis and has the ability to learn new duties quickly.
• Leads conflict resolution and maintains a constructive working relationship with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Works well with others, both inside and outside of the company.

Administration:

• Oversee the organization’s administrative functions, including office management and facilities maintenance.
• Develop and manage the administrative budget.
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with external vendors and service providers.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations for the Board of Directors.
• Support the Executive Director in strategic planning and organizational development.

Our ideal candidate will have the following required skills/qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Communications or related field (Specialized degree in Human Resource Administration and/or professional certification is preferred.)
• 7-10 years’ experience in progressively responsible roles in Human Resources or Administration
• At least 3 years’ experience directly supervising a team of direct reports
• CARECEN will consider qualified candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to think strategically and view organizational challenges on a macro level, with the attention to detail needed to implement proposed solutions
• Experience providing HR support in a Unionized environment preferred
• Experience working in a nonprofit organization preferred
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word; Microsoft Outlook and internet software.

Benefits:

CARECEN offers a generous health insurance package that has medical, vision, dental, life insurance and Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Supplemental insurance and a 403(b) retirement savings plan are also available. Paid time off is also provided along with 13 paid holidays.

Classification and Work Schedule:

This is a full-time, exempt position. Office is located at CARECEN’s central Los Angeles headquarters. Office hours of operation are 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday – Friday, with flexibility required based on the needs of the organization. Exempt employees do not receive overtime compensation, compensatory time off, or additional compensation beyond the salary assigned to the position.

Application Deadline

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

To Apply

Please email a cover letter and resume to Kendal Hudspeth ([email protected]). Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Applicants must apply directly. CARECEN will not consider applications through legal/staffing agencies. No inquiries or phone calls from applicants or legal/staffing agencies.

CARECEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic group identification, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, political affiliation, condition of physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation, in accordance with requirements of Federal and State laws