Director of Human Resources
Director of Human Resources
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Job Description
The Human Resources Director will be a strategic partner to leadership aligning HR practices with organizational goals while overseeing the daily operations of the HR department. Youll ensure SAM remains a welcoming inclusive and compliant workplace by:
- Leading day-to-day HR operations and providing responsive support to staff and leaders.
- Developing and implementing policies processes and initiatives that support SAMs mission and talent strategy.
- Overseeing HR programs including compensation benefits leave performance management and workplace safety.
- Advising leaders on recruitment (including senior roles) employee relations and organizational change.
- Ensuring compliance with employment laws and keeping policies and the employee handbook current.
- Staying informed on HR trends and best practices to strengthen SAMs approach.
- Managing departmental resources and budget.
FSLA STATUS: Full Time Exempt
REPORTS TO: Chief People Officer
COMPENSATION: $128000 - $140000
WORK SCHEDULE
This role is typically scheduled to business hours Monday - Friday. However the needs of this role require a willingness to work a flexible schedule in support of the department or organization as self-directed or directed by your supervisor. Please connect with your Recruiter or Manager for more information about SAMs current hybrid work policy and expectations. SAMs hybrid work policy is subject to change.
BENEFITS
Benefits include a fully employer paid HMP medical plan or an employee contribution PPO plan dental vision and basic life insurance/LTD/AD&D Flexible Spending Account Short Term Disability Supplemental Dental Insurance and participation in SAMs 403b retirement plan.
Following 1 year of service and 1000 hours worked SAM makes a discretionary 3% employer contribution regardless of participation andprovides an employer match program. Historically this contribution has been made annually.
Additional benefits include paid time off for vacation PSST bereavement leave and jury duty 11 scheduled holidays 1 paid floating holiday a subsidized unlimited Orca card onsite fitness facility and an EAP. FT Staff also receive a Patron level membership to SAM a Tier III membership to the American Alliance of Museums and discounts to museum shop and programming.
ABOUT SAM
Seattle Art Museums vision is to be the museum for all of Seattlea bold dynamic hub of creativity belonging and cultural leadership shaping the future of art and community. To create a welcoming community where people find inspiration and discover our common humanity through exceptional art and dynamic engaging is always at the start and heart of what we conserving and displaying extraordinary works of art is the governing motivation of our museum. So too is fostering a vigorous exchange of ideas while cultivating connection with the broad array of communities we serve. As the leading visual arts institution in the Pacific Northwest SAM shares its global connections powerful exhibitions and dynamic programs to engage educate and inspire. SAM is a vibrant three-site organization that is supported by 365 employees 10 executive leaders and more than 200 volunteers.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Were seeking a leader with both strategic insight and hands-on expertisesomeone who thrives in complex people-centered work and models fairness discretion and empathy.
- Expertise in coaching leaders navigating sensitive conversations and building trust through transparency and integrity.
- Strong emotional intelligence to balance organizational needs with employee well-being.
- Proven ability to translate complex HR and compliance issues into clear actionable guidance.
- Excellent communication organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Supervisory experience with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
- Deep knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn HRIS ATS and LMS systems.
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field required.
- 10 years of progressive human resources with deep expertise in a business partner or generalist role working with all levels of the organization including senior leadership.
- 5 years management experience required ability to coach and influence leaders
- Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws leave administration benefits regulations and compliance frameworks.
- Masters degree or certification in Human Resources (e.g. SHRM SPHR CCP CERP)
- Experience in the non-profit sector preferably arts and culture
- Skilled spreadsheet creation management and data collection
Exposure: Work areas are primarily inside in a climate-controlled environment with moderate background noise.
Stationary Work: Approximately 80% of time is spent stationery while working at a desk. Balance of time (approximately 20%) is spent moving around the work area. Occasional extended periods of standing may be required when facilitating or participating in Museum activities.
Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication in English with trustees the public and co-workers is necessary.
Vision:Ability to effectively use a computer screen and interpret printed materials memos and other appropriate paperwork.
Office Work:Ability to effectively and regularly operate a computer keyboard telephone and other office productivity machinery such as copy machines and printers and ability to inspect prepare and use paperwork files equipment and supplies is necessary.
ACCOMODATION
If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at emailprotected.
The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations forallemployees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of this position. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact emailprotected. For candidates we ask that if possible you wait until youre invited to a screen online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.
Celebrating difference. At Seattle Art Museum our members visitors and local community come from all walks of life and so do our employees volunteers and interns. The plurality of our identities and experiences strengthens our mission: connecting art to life. Our mission and vision call us to be responsive to a multitude of cultural contexts and lived experiences and as such our Strategic Plan directly addresses the role art plays in empowering and elevating social justice movements and promoting structural change to further equity in our society. SAM is particularly dedicated to racial equity in the workplace because we know that people of color are the most impacted when it comes to both historical and present inequities. We know that equity is not a single fixed destination its ongoing reckoning. As SAM continually strives to be a more inclusive and equitable workplace we are particularly interested in engaging with those who have been historically underrepresented in the museum field. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we celebrate difference.
SAM is an equal opportunity employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin age sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) marital status ancestry sensory physical or mental disability genetic information military or veteran status gender identity or expression sexual orientation citizenship or immigration status or other applicable legally protected characteristic. If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability or additional need please let us know at The Seattle Art Museum will consider reasonable accommodations for all employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions/duties of the role. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact For candidates we ask that if possible you wait until youre invited to a screen online technical assessment or interview before requesting an accommodation.
We encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and a sense of belonging for each and every employee because we know our organization is at its best when we include celebrate and embrace difference. We encourage you to submit an application even if your experience doesnt feel like a 100% match with the position. We know applying for a job can be intimidating and research tells us that womxn and folks of color are less likely to apply if they dont see themselves meeting or exceeding every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every requirement in this job post. You could very well be a great fit for this role or others.
Requirements for employment. In order to be employed by the Seattle Art Museum you must reside in the state of Washington. Employment at SAM is contingent upon successful clearing and maintenance of clearance in both a federal and state criminal background check.
Want to learn more If you havent already check out our Careers page for more on working at SAM.
Though wed love to be able to reply to every question that crosses our desk due to the high volume of applications we receive our HR team is unfortunately unable to offer a response to inquiries requesting search status updates inquiries about hiring timeline or requests to be put in touch with directly with the Hiring Team. If your experiences and capabilities are well suited to an open role our Recruiter or the Hiring Manager will reach out directly to schedule an interview. Thanks for your understanding!
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
