Senior Director, Human Resources

Searching for a senior level HR opportunity that will incorporate your HR knowledge and strategic experience Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) is searching for an HR professional who is experienced and well-versed in both strategic and operational functions to join our leadership team as Senior Director of Human your role you will lead in setting HR strategy identifying operational gaps creating clarity and executing strategic initiatives for ongoing processes. Additionally you will apply your HR knowledge in the many sectors of Human Resource to align best practices and compliance.

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1939 the Institute of Food Technologists has served as the voice of the global food science community. IFT advocates for science technology and research to address the worlds greatest food challenges guiding our community of more than 200000. IFT convenes professionals from around the world from producers and product developers to innovators and researchers across food nutrition and public health with a shared mission to help create a global food supply that is sustainable safe nutritious and accessible to all. IFT provides its growing community spanning academia industry and government with the resources connections and opportunities necessary to stay ahead of a rapidly evolving food system as IFT helps feed the minds that feed the world. For more information please visit .

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Director Human Resources serves as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team leading the development and execution of a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with IFTs mission and organizational goals. This role oversees all aspects of human resources including talent management organizational development culture compensation and benefits employee relations and compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement a forward-looking HR strategy aligned with IFTs strategic plan
Design and lead organizational design and workforce planning initiatives informed by a vision for long-term workforce readiness
Lead change initiatives related to organizational growth restructuring or transformation
Lead employee engagement initiatives and analyze feedback to drive improvements
Manage HRIS and leverage data analytics for decision-making
Identify opportunities for organizational improvement and implement HR initiatives aligned with business objectives

Operational Leadership -

Build out programming systems and processes to support the HR Strategy
Ensure compliance with all federal state and local employment laws and regulations
Design oversee and maintain HR policies procedures processes and systems
Design and oversee recruitment onboarding retention and succession planning
Design leadership development and training programs to build internal capabilities
Foster a high-performance culture through performance management systems
Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs
Conduct market benchmarking and ensure internal equity
Oversee vendor relationships and benefits administration

WHAT WE OFFER:

The hiring pay range for this role is $145000 to $160000 per year. (Commensurate with experience and qualifications.)
Bonus eligibility (based on annual performance and board approval)
401k and annual profit sharing (based on the organizations financial standing)
Hybrid work environment
Flexible schedule with a 40-hour work week
(3) weeks vacation plus a paid winter break at the end of December
Sick time/Personal and Floating days/Paid Holidays
Medical (BC/BS) dental and vision plans at affordable rates
Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Professional Development
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Wellness Center (Unlimited fitness classes state of the art amenities personal training nutrition counseling and more!)
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Most benefits begin the first of the month following employees start date. IFT offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to reward and energize our employees so they can live a balanced life and maintain their well-being. Please visit this link for additional benefit information: WE REQUIRE:

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field. Masters degree or MBA preferred.
SHRM-SCP or SPHR Certification preferred
10 years of progressive HR leadership experience including senior-level roles
Strong knowledge of HR best practices employment law and organizational development
Occasional travel for conferences and the ability to attend occasional evening weekend and overnight meetings
Proven ability to influence and partner with executive leadership
Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills
Experience in nonprofit association or mission-driven organizations preferred
Experience supporting hybrid or distributed workforces preferred

FOR CONSIDERATION:

If you are an HR professional that is highly skilled in executing initiatives and with a wide breath of HR experience to bring an organization to a best in class level then we would like to speak with you! For consideration please apply at: of Food Technologists is an equal opportunity employer.