Description

The Chief People Officer (CPO) is responsible for shaping and executing OPCS’s people strategy. The CPO is responsible for driving initiatives that support a positive workplace culture, enhance employee engagement, and optimize talent management. This role influences and implements strategies to align the OPCS’s people practices with its overall organizational objectives. This role encompasses a broad spectrum of oversight, as outlined below, and oversees two OPCS teams – Training & Development and Human Resources.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Talent Management:

• Develop and implement talent strategies to attract, hire, and retain top-tier talent – recruiting, career development, performance management, compensation management, training and development, and succession planning.
• Design and execute talent development programs to identify and nurture the skills and growth of employees.

2. Employee Relations:

• Oversee employee relations initiatives, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Address and resolve workplace conflicts, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Foster open communication channels between employees and leadership.

3. Employee Engagement:

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and well-being.
• Drive initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture and a sense of belonging.
• Monitor and analyze employee feedback to continuously improve engagement programs.

4. Corporate Culture:

• Champion OPCS’s values, ensuring alignment with the overall corporate culture.
• Lead efforts to strengthen and intentionally evolve the organizational culture. 
• Collaborate with leadership to cascade cultural initiatives throughout the organization.

5. Tactical HR:

• Oversee HR operations, including benefits administration, payroll, and compliance.
• Ensure HR processes and policies are efficient, scalable, and compliant with legal requirements.

6. Diversity/Equity/Inclusion/Access (IDEA):

• Act as executive sponsor for OPCS’s IDEA committee
• Work with committee to develop strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and access within the organization; ensure key metrics are tracked.

7. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):

• Work with Chief Development Officer to drive CSR initiatives that align with the company's values, engage staff, and contribute positively to the community.

8. Grants & Training Monetization

• Pursue avenues for monetizing the Direct Service Training Academy 
• Support the development and implementation of current and future grants, as they relates to OPCS staff and/or areas within the CPO’s scope

9. Change Management & Communication

• Support change management and communication efforts, where needed

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Business Administration, Human Resource, or related field

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an HR executive or in a similar senior leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of talent management, employee relations, and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated success in driving employee engagement and shaping positive corporate culture.
• Strong understanding and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business goals into effective people strategies.
• Experience working with culturally diverse, LGBTQ and criminal justice involved populations.
• Experience and knowledge of evidenced-based approaches, Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing.