Inner City Law Center (ICLC) is a nonprofit law firm on Skid Row. We are looking for extraordinary people to help us end homelessness in Los Angeles. Founded on the fundamental principle that every person should always be treated with dignity and respect, ICLC fights for justice for low-income tenants, working-poor families, people who are disabled or homeless, people living with HIV/AIDS, and homeless veterans.
The Director of Human Resources will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource (HR) department, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization’s mission and talent strategy. The Director of Human Resources is responsible for:
· Managing all human resources programs, including compensation, benefits, employee relations, union relations, and performance management.
· Managing all recruitment, hiring and onboarding.
· Directing the performance management process, including employee evaluations, documentation, and coaching.
· Advising supervisors on complex employee situations.
· Managing staff separations, including exit interviews and succession planning.
· Maintaining accurate, complete, and confidential employee records.
· Ensuring compliance with all laws related to human resources.
· Managing all human resources programs, including compensation, benefits, employee relations, union relations, and performance management.
· Managing all recruitment, hiring and onboarding.
· Directing the performance management process, including employee evaluations, documentation, and coaching.
· Advising supervisors on complex employee situations.
· Managing staff separations, including exit interviews and succession planning.
· Maintaining accurate, complete, and confidential employee records.
· Ensuring compliance with all laws related to human resources.
The Director of Human Resources will develop, implement and monitor programs that promote DEI within the organization. Responsible for developing training and initiatives to create and foster an open and inclusive environment. Working alongside the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Human Resources will develop and execute diversity, equity and inclusion strategies for the organization.
· Translate strategies into tactical plans with clear actions, accountability, and goals to promote best in class equitable DEI practices.
· Oversee the collaborative process between HR and leaders on sourcing, hiring and retaining diverse candidates by connecting with professional organizations and leveraging social media and community connections. Develop programs to attract, retain, and promote a diverse workforce.
· Consults to improve our organization’s environment; ensuring we foster a culture that is inclusive, innovative, willing to take risks, that proactively leverages multiple dimensions of diversity.
· Develop training opportunities to educate employees and managers on how to recognize, accommodate and appreciate individual differences and how these can be bridged back to assist in meeting the business plan. Serve as a change agent to provide solutions, resources and training on DEI related topics.
· Research and develop metrics for measuring the effectiveness of diversity initiatives implemented and prepare quarterly reports to senior management on the value of the initiatives. Develops, improves and oversees DEI metrics and dashboards. Tracks & analyzes key metrics and partners with leaders to drive improvement.
· Keeps current on diversity programs and developments by maintaining contact with others in the field (e.g., professional association and educational groups and professional development efforts).
· Stays current on emerging issues and trends in DEI work and makes recommendations as there are opportunities.
· Oversee external partnerships, memberships and networking relationships. Responsible for outreach relationships with diversity related organizations.
· Builds and grows relationships with national, local and specialized D&I organizations and professional development organizations, as is relevant to the fulfillment of the organization’s strategic action plan and goals
· Commitment to ICLC's mission. At least eight years or more in a senior-level human resources position and Professional Human Resources certification (or equivalent). Experience developing HR operations and procedures and administering salary and benefit programs. Knowledge of human resources laws and regulations. Demonstrated skills in planning, management and staff supervision.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary range: $120,000 – $140,000. Excellent benefits.
How to Apply: Cover letters and resumes are reviewed upon receipt and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing interest in the position directly at www.innercitylaw.org/join-our-team. Applications will not be considered if both resume and cover letter are not provided.
ICLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, disability, marital status, or medical condition. All qualified applicants with criminal histories shall be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. To keep our Staff and Clients safe, ICLC requires all Staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccine