Inner-City Computer Stars (i.c.stars) is a 25-year-old nonprofit workforce development organization dedicated to preparing individuals from underserved communities for rewarding careers in technology. With a passionate team of 35+ professionals, we’re committed to bridging the gap between diverse talent and the tech industry. We find talent, train talent and place talent in rewarding careers that end cycles of generational poverty and yield long-term success. At our core, we believe that innovation thrives when people are empowered, supported, and allowed to grow.
If you’re someone who is energized by people-first leadership and is passionate about making a lasting impact, we want you to be a part of our journey as we continue to shape the future of tech professionals.
As the Director of People and Culture, you will be the heart of our organization’s HR practices, and staff culture, driving our efforts to foster a dynamic, inclusive, and thriving workplace. You’ll have the unique opportunity to shape the employee experience, foster a culture of belonging, and lead organizational development initiatives that empower our team to reach new heights.
This role is new for our organization and is ideal for an HR professional who brings experience in organizational development and a genuine desire to enhance the human side of our growing team. This role is both strategic and tactical in that you’ll assist in policy-setting and implementation, traditional HR oversight, and organizational development. You’ll work closely with our leadership and staff guiding our HR practices, leading on performance management and professional development while assisting us in cultivating a culture that is both steeped in best practices and innovations.
HR Core Functions
Organizational Development
Culture Stewardship/Employee Well-being
Change Management
What You Bring
Why Join Us?
Chicago office. Hybrid/Remote environment
Chief Operating Officer, serves on the National Team
Inner-City Computer Stars (i.c.stars) is a 25-year-old nonprofit workforce development organization dedicated to preparing individuals from underserved communities for rewarding careers in technology. With a passionate team of 35+ professionals, we’re committed to bridging the gap between diverse talent and the tech industry. We find talent, train talent and place talent in rewarding careers that end cycles of generational poverty and yield long-term success. At our core, we believe that innovation thrives when people are empowered, supported, and allowed to grow.
If you’re someone who is energized by people-first leadership and is passionate about making a lasting impact, we want you to be a part of our journey as we continue to shape the future of tech professionals.
As the Director of People and Culture, you will be the heart of our organization’s HR practices, and staff culture, driving our efforts to foster a dynamic, inclusive…