Senior Director HR

BRIDGE Housing strengthens communities by developing, owning and managing high-quality, affordable homes for working families and seniors. Our dynamic Human Resources team is responsible for more than 500 employees across multiple corporate offices and residential properties throughout the West Coast. We are looking for a strategic and versatile HR leader to join our team!

As the Sr. Director of Human Resources, you will be responsible for assisting with the oversight of employment policies and initiatives at BRIDGE Housing Corporation and BRIDGE Property Management Company. Specific areas of focus include HR team oversight, employee relations, workers’ compensation process, compliance with federal, state and city ordinances, leaves of absence, compensation administration, succession planning, payroll, and implementation of HR policies and programs.

The Sr. Director works closely with the Head of HR and the rest of the leadership team to maintain a positive environment for all staff. This position requires a high level of tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality, as well as the ability to think and act strategically. This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of three days onsite in our San Francisco office.

Responsibilities

Lead and/or assist with key HR initiatives including performance management processes and annual review cycle, annual compensation studies and development of pay grades/ranges, employee engagement, career development, change initiatives, and trainingStrategically partner with functional leaders to create and support an inclusive culture focused on open communication, accountability, diversity, and creating talent development opportunitiesPartner with functional leaders to assess capabilities across teams and strategically plan workforce needs accordingly; ensure that appropriate training opportunities are identified and provided to employees to grow personal, career, and organizational development capabilitiesProvide guidance for questions and consultation related to HR topics and issues; properly identify and effectively resolve routine and complex employee relations issues and escalate as neededImplement proactive processes and procedures to minimize employer riskMaintain and protect confidential data with utmost scrutiny, judgment, and care and ensure awareness of and compliance with employment regulations and lawsPartner on the Injury and Illness Prevention Program and work to minimize workplace safety hazardsMaintain awareness of applicable employment laws and ensure that company policies are complying with federal, state and city ordinancesOversee annual and ongoing compliance activities as it relates to governmental reporting and various plan auditingCollect and analyze employee feedback in various formats and recommend new or updated policies to improve employee engagementCoordinate annual benefits renewal process with brokerage teamEvaluate and select external vendors to support HR processes as neededMentor, coach and develop HR team members

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Human Resources, Business Administration, and/or Psychology preferred) and 10+ years of relevant experience5+ years of experience in an HR leadership positionExperience with implementation of various HR policies and programsFamiliarity with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRISDemonstrated knowledge of California employment laws and regulationsKnowledge of employment laws in other states where BRIDGE operates (Oregon & Washington)Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build relationships and effectively connect with others; approachable and viewed as a responsive resource for employees and leadersGood judgment and critical thinking skillsCommitment to BRIDGE’s business philosophy and missionExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenStrong proficiency in MS Office suiteSuperior organizational skills with proven ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlinesValid CA driver’s licenseAbility to work in San Francisco located office at least 3 days per week and travel when needed to our site locations across the west coast; may include overnight travelBilingual in Spanish a plus

 

BRIDGE Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest records.

 BRIDGE qualifies the contents of all information candidates provide in their resume and any offer of employment is contingent upon (a) a criminal background check, (b) verification of all information provided, including past employment, correct hire and separation dates, education, degree, or other credentials, and (c) three satisfactory employment references.

 In the case of application involves fraud or misrepresentation, BRIDGE may in its discretion rescind the job offer.  Nothing in this policy changes the at-will nature of employment, and BRIDGE may withdraw an offer of employment or terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without reason.