Deputy Director of People Operations (HR)

WHO WE ARE

The Alliance for Decision Education (the Alliance) is a national nonprofit and field builder with the mission of improving lives by empowering students with essential skills and dispositions for making better decisions. Founded in 2014 and backed by experts in decision sciences, business, and education—including several Nobel laureates—the Alliance believes that better decisions lead to better lives and a better society.

As a field builder, the Alliance partners with teachers, academic and business leaders, families, and community members to raise awareness and lead the growing call to have Decision Education taught in schools across the country.

The Alliance is committed to an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative culture. Our diverse team is made up of educators, researchers, subject matter experts, and other professionals who are dedicated to our mission. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WHAT WE OFFER

The Alliance offers a comprehensive total rewards package inclusive of competitive compensation that is commensurate with experience, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and employer-paid medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. Employees may also contribute to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), as well as a 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.

The Alliance operates on a hybrid work schedule in which local employees are expected to work from the office every Tuesday and Thursday during standard work hours. Local employees generally have the flexibility to work remotely or from the office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. All employees, both local and remote, receive equipment, supplies, and additional resources to help them do their best work.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Deputy Director of People Operations manages all aspects of the organization’s People Operations (i.e. Human Resources) functions. This individual will lead initiatives to ensure the Alliance has the necessary capacity and experience to achieve its strategic goals, a strong organizational culture marked by employee engagement and productivity, and policies and procedures to maximize employee effectiveness and efficiency.

The Deputy Director of People Operations will report to the Director of Operations as a part of the Operations department, which is responsible for ensuring that the Alliance has the people, processes, and platforms to optimize organizational health and achieve our mission.

We expect this individual to adhere to the Alliance’s hybrid work schedule, working from the office in Bala Cynwyd, PA on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

*The position is based in the United States.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership
• Oversee the work, growth, and development of the People Operations team, which currently consists of two direct reports.
• Help lead and execute on Organizational Health strategy within the organization’s strategic plan.
• Act as the system administrator for our Human Resources Information System (HRIS), BambooHR.
• Recruiting and Staffing
• Oversee staffing plans, recruiting, preboarding, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Partner with the Director of Operations and the Executive Director to ensure a functional organizational structure, including appropriate job titles and salary ranges. 
• Total Rewards
• Partner with our benefits consultant on an annual benefits analysis, review benefit plans to ensure compliance and equity, and lead the benefits open enrollment process each year.
• Lead and implement annual compensation analysis.
• Run payroll and maintain payroll taxes within the HRIS.
• Culture, Engagement, and Learning/Development
• Oversee strategic plans and actions aimed at maintaining team engagement, morale, development, and productivity; these actions could include, but are not limited to, staff recognition efforts, opportunities for professional development and learning, staff surveys, and social events.
• Policies and Processes
• Update, maintain, and enforce compliance with various policies and processes, including the employee handbook and Semiannual Review Process (SRP).
• Employee Relations
• Address employee concerns or complaints. 
• Partner with managers on performance conversations and plans.
• Oversee employee separations and terminations.
• These responsibilities may change or expand over time consistent with the organization’s needs and initiatives.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience
• 10+ years of experience in Human Resources (HR), People Operations, or similar.
• Experience as an HR Generalist with knowledge in all areas of HR; this includes Recruiting and Staffing (Talent Acquisition), Learning and Development, Total Rewards (Benefits and Compensation), Culture and Engagement, and Employee Relations.
• Experience managing HR or People Operations team(s).
• Experience with all-in-one Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) is required; BambooHR experience is preferred.
• A degree in Human Resources or similar is preferred, but not required.
• Experience in a nonprofit organization is preferred, but not required.
• Skills, Characteristics, and Attributes
• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, strategic thinking, and attention to detail.
• Emotional maturity and integrity.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing conditions and focus.
• Technologically proficient; ability to learn and understand different systems.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Reflects the Alliance’s core values and standards:
• Humanism: valuing others as human beings.
• Rationality: thinking and skills to help answer “what is true?” and “what to do?”
• Education: growth mindset; dedication to developing knowledge and skills.
• Conscientiousness: diligent work ethic; professionalism; high-quality work.
• Initiative: owner’s and founder’s mentality; leadership skills.
• Mission Alignment: dedication to the organization’s mission and goals.