Chief Talent Officer at LIFE Senior Services Inc

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HR Strategy, Talent Management, Organizational Development, Employment Law, Compliance, Risk Management, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Data Governance, Communication, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Reports To: Chief Executive Officer Direct Reports: HR Manager and HRIS Coordinator Status: Executive Leadership | Exempt Why This Role Matters The Chief Talent Officer supports mission delivery, organizational resilience, and long-term success, all while promoting and preserving LIFEs Core Values. The Opportunity As Chief Talent Officer, you will define and execute a comprehensive people strategy that supports LIFE’s mission, operational goals, and long-term strategy. You will serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team, bringing clarity, discipline, and foresight to workforce planning, leadership development, performance management, and compliance. You will inherit real complexity: regulated environments, diverse roles, mission-critical staff, and high expectations. You will also have real authority to improve systems and more. What You’ll Own Enterprise HR Strategy & Leadership Design and execute a human capital strategy aligned with LIFE’s mission, values, and long-term business objectives. Translate organizational strategy into actionable plans across succession planning, talent management, organizational design, and performance management. Serve as a strategic business advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on organizational health, leadership capacity, and workforce risk. Talent, Succession & Culture Build and implement a disciplined approach to leadership development, succession planning, and internal mobility. Develop recruiting and retention strategies that attract high-caliber talent while honoring nonprofit realities and values. Shape a performance culture that balances accountability, compassion, and results. Compensation, Benefits & Total Rewards Lead the design and execution of competitive, compliant, and financially responsible compensation and benefits programs. Ensure compensation strategy supports retention, equity, and long-term sustainability. Compliance, Risk & Governance Ensure organizational compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Anticipate legislative changes and advise executive leadership on implications and required actions. Oversee personnel policies, procedures, and practices to ensure they are current, defensible, and aligned with operational realities. HR Operations & Infrastructure Provide executive oversight of HR operations, including employee relations, HRIS, personnel records, and data governance. Ensure HR systems and processes support scale, accuracy, and decision-making. Lead, mentor, and develop the Human Resources team. Organizational Presence & Community Engagement Represent LIFE in community, awareness, and fundraising activities, reinforcing the organization’s credibility and mission. Stay current on best practices through professional engagement, research, and peer networks. Who This Role Is For This role is a strong fit if you are: A senior HR leader from a for-profit environment who understands strategy, scale, and operational discipline — and wants your work to matter. A nonprofit HR or operations leader ready to step into an enterprise-level executive role with broader influence and accountability. Someone who can hold complexity without hiding behind process. Comfortable making hard calls, building trust, and standing behind your decisions. What You Bring Significant senior-level experience leading HR strategy, talent management, and organizational development. Demonstrated ability to advise executives and influence at the leadership-table level. Strong grounding in employment law, compliance, and risk management. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams. A leadership style that blends rigor, clarity, and humanity. What LIFE Offers Executive-level influence in a mission-driven organization with real community impact. The opportunity to build systems and leaders that directly affect vulnerable populations. A role where values and outcomes are not in conflict — they are the work. Requirements EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field required; minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in HR or related field. PHR or SPHR certification preferred. SKILLS: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, bend; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; requires good visual and hearing acuity. The employee must be able to drive. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Approximately 15% of the work is performed while standing or walking. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

The Chief Talent Officer will define and execute a comprehensive people strategy that supports the organization's mission and operational goals. This role involves serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive leadership team on workforce planning, leadership development, and compliance.