Chief Human Resources Officer: Compass Working Capital

Build and lead an equity-focused human capital strategy at a leading, nonprofit financial services organization that promotes economic mobility and financial security for families with low incomes.

About Compass Working Capital

Anti-poverty programs in the United States provide critical, but insufficient, support to families with low incomes. If we are to end poverty and close racial and gender wealth gaps in our communities, we must support families to build the financial assets and capabilities needed to achieve their goals and dreams.

Since 2005, Compass Working Capital (“Compass”) has been working to do just that, by providing savings and financial coaching programs that support families with low incomes to build assets, achieve their financial goals, and become financially secure. Our vision is to build a leading, nonprofit financial services organization that promotes economic mobility and financial security for families with low incomes by influencing field-related practice and policy.

About the Position

Reporting to the CEO and serving as a member of the Executive Team, the Chief Human Resources Officer (“CHRO”) is responsible for leading the development and execution of our equity-focused human capital strategy. The CHRO will oversee all human resources areas, including talent management, compensation benchmarking and analysis, benefits and payroll administration, employee engagement and relations, compliance, and workforce and professional development planning.

Responsibilities

Human Resources Strategy and Leadership

• Develop and lead human resources planning and talent development strategy that is aligned with Compass’ vision, strategic plan, and values.
• Partner with the Executive Team to ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion are primary in organizational decision making, practices, and culture.
• Ensure valued-added partnerships with our human resources partners and products, including our PEO, outsourced recruitment and human resource business partners, and employee experience technology.
• Oversee the organization’s total compensation and benefits policies and practices.
• Lead internal employee communications, in partnership with Compass’ marketing and communications team.
• Design and implement employee engagement strategies and initiatives to strengthen culture, promote diversity and inclusion, and build internal capacity.
• Identify and respond to talent gaps, in partnership with managers, to build bench strength for future organizational growth and development.
• Oversee full life cycle of employee engagement, including hiring and onboarding, performance assessment, succession planning and offboarding.
• Design and oversee an approach to professional learning, including leadership and management practices that align with the organization’s goals and priorities.

Qualifications

We seek a CHRO with a strong “roll-up-your-sleeves” attitude, entrepreneurial spirit, and excellent project management skills. Competitive candidates will demonstrate a strong technical background in human resources and agility within a resource-constrained environment.

• Experienced Human Resources and Talent Management Leader: The CHRO will have demonstrated expertise in scaling human resources and talent management functions.
• Champion for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The CHRO will work across the organization to nurture a transparent, inclusive, and compassionate culture.
• Adept at Change Management + Continuous Improvement: The CHRO will bring a background of managing organizational change and staff development.
• Relationship Builder and Collaborator: The CHRO will be skilled at building and sustaining excellent relationships.
• Strong Project Manager: The CHRO will be planful, task-oriented, and diligent in overseeing and managing projects.

This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a highly effective nonprofit’s executive team. Salary range for the role is $130,000- $155,000 and is commensurate with lived and professional experience. Compass’ comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, retirement savings, generous vacation, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, and paid professional development.

How to Apply

To apply to this position, please prepare a resume and cover letter to the attention of the Compass Working Capital CHRO Search Committee. Apply using this online portal. For confidential inquiries or for assistance in completing the application, please contact search@positivelypartners.org.

Timeline and Hiring Process

We will review and respond to all applications received. Candidates elected to advance throughout the process can expect to progress through a process that includes initial conversations with Positively Partners, an interview with the CEO and members of the Search Committee for finalists, and an interview day with staff. Anticipated start date is November/December 2021.