Senior Manager, Human Resources

SALARY RANGE: $110,000-$115,000 (position level & salary commensurate with education & experience)

LOCATION: Human Resources

CLOSING DATE: When position is filled

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: All sources

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is the Philadelphia region’s Metropolitan Planning Organization. We believe DVRPC is a place to work, learn, and create a career in a professional and stimulating environment that values diversity, innovation, and bringing your best self to work. If your background and experience match the following vacancy, we would like to hear from you.

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Senior Manager of Human Resources to lead the HR Department. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Senior Manager will play a pivotal role in developing and executing HR strategies that align with DVRPC’s organizational goals and support its 130-person workforce. The Senior Manager will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and management of HR programs, including talent management, organizational development, performance management, training, compensation, benefits, and policy administration. In this role, the individual will also provide strategic HR planning and counsel to the executive management team to drive the organization's success. This position ensures DVRPC’s compliance with applicable Civil Rights legislation, regulations, and guidelines. The Senior Manager will supervise a team of two professionals, working with a high degree of independence to deliver results and foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

DVRPC offers a flexible hybrid work environment with the opportunity to work up to two to three days remotely.

Responsibilities

HR Program Development & Compliance

• Directs the development, implementation, and maintenance of all the HR programs in alignment with DVRPC’s Shared Values, organizational priorities, and state and federal requirements.
• Recommends and implements policies and procedures in areas such as talent management, organizational development, performance management, training and development, compensation, benefits and DEI.
• Strategically develops rules, regulations, personnel procedures, and programs to meet the needs and morale of the DVRPC workforce, including programs for employee relations, equal employment opportunity, harassment, complaints, and career development.
• Maintains knowledge of internal policies; federal, state, and local laws; and current HR best practices.
• Is responsible for filing all national and state equal employment opportunity (EEO) reports.
• Reviews and approves all personnel transactions, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Ensures the continued development and implementation of programs related to diversity, equity, and inclusion and supports the employee resource groups (ERGs).

Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Participates in the Executive Management team, attending meetings, providing recommendations and feedback, and following up on special initiatives and assignments.
• Provides information, advice, and assistance to the Executive Director regarding employee management and special projects.
• Advises and counsels staff on company policies and procedures.
• Leads and mentors HR Staff, providing advice and guidance.
• Manages the HR department objectives and performance reviews.

Employee Relations & Benefits Management

• Provides advice and counseling on matters related to equal opportunity, ADA, harassment, and employee grievances in accordance with DVRPC’s policies and procedures.
• Manages the employee benefits package, ensuring it aligns with employee needs and organizational goals.
• Reviews and analyzes wage and salary surveys to develop competitive compensation plans.
• Reviews employee separation notices and exit interviews to understand the reasons.

Qualifications

• Superb interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of human resources.
• Extensive knowledge of civil rights legislation and the methods to address discriminatory practices in all areas.
• Extensive knowledge of recent judicial and administrative decisions affecting civil rights programs and HR practices, ensuring HR policies remain current.
• Extensive knowledge of recruitment best practices.
• Extensive understanding of position classification principles and methodologies.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate work performed by subordinate HR staff, with a capacity for delegating tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in coaching and mentoring HR staff on building rapport and fostering inclusivity across diverse racial, cultural, and gender backgrounds.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing complex employee relations issues with a focus on effective resolution and organizational harmony. Certification as a mediator or conflict resolution professional is highly preferred.
• Ability to advise on interactions with diverse groups, ensuring respectful and empathetic communication, particularly with those vulnerable to discriminatory practices.
• Skilled in managing conflicting points of view and performing effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning with achievements in implementing.
• Knowledge of succession planning and leadership development programs.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office tools, and HRIS with experience in Kronos/UKG preferred.

Experience & Training

Seven years of progressive HR experience and two years in a supervisory capacity, including training in EEO compliance and resolution complaint procedures; and such training as may have been gained from a four-year college/university or an equivalent combination of experience and training. A Master’s degree can be substituted for one year of experience. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR certification required.

To learn more about our work culture and benefits, visit our website: www.dvrpc.org/HumanResources/.

DVRPC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. FULL CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO ALL ELIGIBLE, QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, ANCESTRY, COLOR, DISABILITY, DOMESTIC OR SEXUAL VIOLENCE VICTIM STATUS, ETHNICITY, FAMILIAL STATUS, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, GENETIC INFORMATION, MARITAL STATUS, MEDICAL CONDITION (INCLUDING PREGNANCY), NATIONAL ORIGIN, RACE, RELIGION, SEX, OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MINORITY, DISABLED, & VETERANS CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. NOTE: YOU MUST BE LEGALLY ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE US.