Vice President of Human Resources

A little about us... Kidango (kidango.org) is an early learning nonprofit committed to setting every child on a path to thrive in kindergarten and in life. We believe that all children can reach their full potential if they and their families have access to the right opportunities and resources. As the largest child care provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, we provide thousands of children, especially those from low-income families, with safe, healthy, nurturing environments and relationships. Through our policy work, we aim to take our expertise beyond the children and families that we serve, and drive change in early childhood education at the local, state and federal levels. Our goal is to make sure all children have the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to learn, grow and realize their potential.

About The Role

Serving as a member of Kidango's Leadership team, the VP of HR is focused on implementing Kidango's people strategy and providing HR leadership and guidance. The VP of HR oversees Kidango's human resources operations, including but not limited to talent acquisition and retention, compensation and benefits, performance management and employee relations, payroll, and compliance.

What You'll Be Doing

• Plan, organize, and manage HR programs and HR staff with talent acquisition and retention, compensation and benefits, employee relations, payroll, and compliance.
• Assist the CPO with developing and implementing HR strategy that is aligned with the Kidango's strategic goals and objectives.
• Oversee benefit plan design and administration to promote employee health and financial wellness and retention.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop comprehensive workforce recruiting and retention plans; ensure pipelines of diverse, qualified talent through innovative and effective sourcing methods and succession planning.
• Design and manage a comprehensive onboarding program to provide an engaging and satisfying new hire experience.
• Provide expertise to management and staff regarding complex, high-risk employment and labor issues, complaints, investigations, and separations.
• Develop employee relations management policy, procedures, and systems to ensure cases are handled efficiently, objectively, and compliantly.
• Develop and maintain performance management systems that accurately reflect defined competencies, accountabilities, and development for success.
• Ensure accurate job descriptions and oversee job evaluation processes and classification and compensation systems administration.
• Establish and monitor key HR performance indicators and metrics to measure program quality and effectiveness and analyze organization trends and opportunities in alignment with Kidango's organizational goals.
• Engage in continuous review and improvement of HR programs, services, systems, and processes to ensure program quality and service delivery excellence.
• Manage the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and programs to support HR operations and maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure efficient HR and Payroll records management systems and processes in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and agency policies.
• Manage the procurement of vendors; manages contracts and holds vendors accountable for delivery of quality services, systems, and outcomes.
• Ensure all HR functions, policies, and practices are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Develop, write, and provide reports and presentations to funding sources, public agencies, and the Board of Directors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred qualifications

• B.A. degree required. HR certifications such as a PHR or SPHR preferred
• Knowledge of and experience in compensation practices, labor law, staff orientation, and staff recruitment
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in similar or related position required along with experience managing people.
• Ability to provide leadership, accept responsibility, work independently and set own goals in a professional manner.
• Ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously and able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Compensation

$212,940-$212,940 USD

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a health screening and TB test
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance
• Valid Driver License
• Must be 18 years or older
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs may be needed during some job duties
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Perks

• An opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and change the world
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous environment with a team of engaged colleagues
• A comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world

Drug-Free Workplace

We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. Consistent with applicable laws, Kidango makes all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, the presence of any physical or mental disability of someone otherwise qualified, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature. Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy of non-discrimination applies to all aspects of application procedures, hiring, advancement, transfers, reductions in force, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

EEO

A diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is an integral part of Kidango's culture. We actively welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work. Join us and help us achieve our mission!