ABOUT THE YWCA OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK

The YWCA of the City of New York is a dynamic, mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering women, girls, and families to achieve social, economic, and racial justice. We are a social justice organization dedicated to addressing issues that emerge at the intersection of race, class and gender. Founded in 1858, the YWCA NYC is the first YW in the United States and part of an international movement of YWs worldwide. We currently serve 3,000 New York City youth by providing leadership and advocacy training for young women through our high school Girls Initiatives (GI) and Out-of-School Time (OST) programs for elementary and middle school students in diverse communities in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Human Resources Manager will play a critical role in the development and execution of human resources strategies that support the YWCA’s mission and organizational goals. This role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources management, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, training and development, and compliance with labor laws. The HR Manager will collaborate with leadership to foster a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture that aligns with the YWCA’s core values. This position will supervise an HR Assistant and will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer.

1. RECRUITMENT AND STAFFING

• Lead the recruitment process for open positions, including job postings, screening resumes, interviewing candidates, and extending offers.
• Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions that reflect the organization’s mission and strategic goals.
• Ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process that attracts a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
• Coordinate and manage the entire onboarding process: Ensure new hires complete all necessary documentation, set up accounts and equipment, and provide new hires with orientation and training sessions to integrate successfully into the organization.
• Support and monitor new hire progress: Provide ongoing guidance, assign mentors, and gather feedback to ensure a smooth transition and identify opportunities for improving the onboarding experience.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience) preferred
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and employee relations.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems; Paylocity experience is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and professional values, strong interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication
• Self-motivated, able to work well independently and take an initiative
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in all Microsoft tools and applications, including Excel and Powerpoint
• Ability and experience in producing reports using HR data and analyses
• Experience creating human resources training materials and conducting trainings to staff
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations or mission-driven workplaces is highly preferred
• Commitment to the YWCA NYC’s social justice mission
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws
  Working Conditions: This is a full-time, hybrid position based in New York, NY. The successful candidate will be required to work primarily in the office during the first 90 days of employment to facilitate training and integration.
  How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications. Please submit a cover letter, resume and complete application via this link: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Apply/2867287
  Compensation/ Salary Range: $75K - $90K