Overview
Our Commitment to Equity
The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.
Job Summary
Under direction from the HRVP, the Director – Development is a mission-driven and results-oriented leader that will develop and execute strategies to strengthen YGS. The Director – Development directs activities that lead to implementation of inclusive and equitable processes for: identifying and cultivating internal talent; learning and development programming; onboarding and new hire orientation; and succession planning and career pathways programming. This role is a key HR leadership position within YGS.
What you’ll get from working at The Y
- Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle for you and your household
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
- Retirement with generous employer contributions
- Free access to mental health resources
- Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
- Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs
Hiring Range: $97,760-118,824/year
Responsibilities
LEARNING
- Plans and implements strategies related to training and development of staff. Assesses training needs and works with core groups, departments, branches, camps and other stakeholders to ensure training and learning programs meet needs.
- Develops or assists with development of and maintains a company-wide training calendar; tracks required initial and refresher training schedules.
- Drives a culture of compliance with standards, reporting and communications for required trainings i.e. CPR, CAP, Driver Safety, etc.
- Assists with securing appropriate internal and external training resources. Leads assigned trainings such as supervision training.
- Creates a fully integrated learning organization for YGS by developing, aligning and delivering organizational development and training activities that will enable YGS to achieve its goals.
- Ensures consistent application of training standards throughout the organization.
- Builds flexibility and adaptability into courses and programs and adjusts programs as business needs change.
- Manages and optimizes organizational use of our Learning Management System to update knowledge and skill- base of employees.
DEVELOPMENT
- Develop and implement a system of support for YGS employee life cycle to include supports for career growth, development and succession planning.
- Develops a cadre of expert coaches, facilitation and other development resources that can be used for leadership and individual development.
- Designs and develosp career development experiences such as job rotation and job-shadowing opportunities to support employee growth and development.
- Collaborates with business unit leaders and HR leaders to create and implement strategies for assessing and developing key talent.
- In partnership with HR shared services, oversee the performance review process for all YGS employees to include goal setting, mid-year reviews, final performance reviews, and personal development plans.
- Oversees all aspects of onboarding including staff orientation, and training, including overall schedule, procedures, trainer recruitment, administration, training evaluations, and related record keeping.
RETENTION
- Develops and implements retention strategies and plans.
- Direct employee surveys (annual, pulse, onboarding and off boarding, cultural, etc.) and analyze results with Business Partners for coordinated support with appropriate leaders to develop and monitor improvement strategies.
TEAM LEADERSHIP
- Manage team’s operating budget, according to YGS budget guidelines.
- Responsible for planning and development, staffing, budgeting, managing expense priorities, performance requirements for learning and development team and deliverables.
Other duties as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. The HR Generalist role will require commuting to centers/program sites, partnering with team members and YGS leaders.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are typically Monday through Friday, typically 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work will be required as job duties demand.
TRAVEL
This is a regional role supporting multiple locations in the Seattle area. Reliable transportation to support frequent travel within King County required.
Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in human resources related to Recruitment and Hiring, Employee Engagement and Learning & Development.
- Experience managing LMS administration and reporting.
- Keen attention to detail, process driven, strong analytical skills and the ability to manage and manipulate large quantities of data.
- Proven track record of managing multiple competing deadlines.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must be comfortable speaking in front of large groups and working with all levels of an organization.
- Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience with Microsoft Office suite, (e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Human Resources Management or related field
- 2+ years of supervisor experience
- Experience working with UltiPro/UKGPro and iCIMS
- HR experience in a childcare, social services, or nonprofit environment
- Ability to speak any language in addition to English.
At the Seattle Y, we are an inclusive organization of people with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living, and foster social responsibility. We also believe in supporting the wellbeing of our employees and offer a free Y membership as a benefit of employment.
Become a leader on our team at the YMCA of Greater Seattle where we promote a continuous learning environment and career opportunities.
“YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
We are a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on the results of a background check and (on applicable jobs) drug screening, including screening for marijuana. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
If you need assistance of any kind with the application process, reach out to recruiting@seattleymca.org or the HR department at 206.382.5082.”
MISSION STATEMENT:
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.
OUR VALUES:
- Respect
- Responsibility
- Honesty
- Caring
- Passion for Excellence