Director, Human Resources

October 29

🏄 California – Remote

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⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Human Resources (HR)

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Foundation for California Community Colleges

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Education • Non-profit • Social Impact

Foundation for California Community Colleges is a nonprofit organization that partners with the California Community Colleges system to promote equitable outcomes and economic mobility for Californians. With over 25 years of service, the foundation operates innovative programs focusing on student success, workforce development, equity, community impact, climate action, and system support. It aims to enhance opportunities for nearly 2 million students across California's community colleges, advocating for resources, benefits, and opportunities that empower individuals and create lasting positive impacts. As a hub for collaboration, it works to develop a diverse, well-prepared workforce and foster sustainable, equitable communities.

201 - 500 employees

Founded 1998

📚 Education

🤝 Non-profit

🌍 Social Impact

📋 Description

• Lead key Human Resources (HR) functions, including benefits administration, compensation strategy, payroll collaboration, leave-of-absence management, workers' compensation administration, talent acquisition, HRIS management, and HR compliance • Ensure that HR programs are aligned with FoundationCCC strategic plan, compliant with federal and state laws, and support a positive employee experience • Serve as a strategic partner to leadership on compensation, benefits, HR systems, and workforce strategy • Oversee benefits, compensation, and total rewards programs to ensure fairness, equity, and compliance • Develop policies, reports, and training that promote organizational effectiveness and transparency • Partner with Payroll and Finance to enhance operational efficiency • Manage leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, and workplace safety programs • Ensure HR compliance with federal, state, and local laws (FMLA, COBRA, ACA, EEO, etc.) • Oversee HRIS optimization and leverage data analytics for decision-making and workforce planning • Lead and mentor HR and talent acquisition teams to deliver exceptional employee experiences

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience (HR certification preferred) • 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a management role • Deep knowledge of California labor law and HR compliance • Experience with benefits administration, compensation strategy, and HRIS systems • Nonprofit or higher education experience preferred • Familiarity with CalPERS or similar retirement systems highly valued • Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and paid holidays • Medical, dental, and vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings • CalPERS retirement program and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans • Carrot reproductive health and fertility support • Tuition reimbursement • Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer