ABOUT US

The JPB Foundation’s (JBP) mission is to support people who have been denied power to build it so they can change unjust systems and create a more democratic, inclusive, and sustainable society. We are dedicated to long-lasting, systemic change. That means we commit to our partners for the long haul, trusting the strength and vision of the organizations we support to address some of our country’s most entrenched problems. Over the last 10 years, JPB has become one of the largest US foundations, awarding over $300 million in grants yearly.

THE POSITION

The Director of People and Culture is a critical addition to our newly developing People & Culture (“P&C”) domain, which serves to build a mission-aligned organizational culture that fosters our values of strategic rigor, high performance, equity, creativity, and learning, collaboration, compassion and humility, and joy. As a vital member of the P&C team and thought partner to the VP of People & Culture, the Director will create and implement robust strategies that attract, develop, and retain top talent while cultivating an equitable and thriving work environment. This position will primarily manage ourtalent acquisition and development systems, provide oversight for all HR functions (working closely with the Senior HR Generalist), and helping develop and lead initiatives related to performance management and employee engagement. Reporting to the VP of People & Culture, this position supervises the Senior HR Generalist and manages consultants as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversight of HR Policies and Systems

• Ensure all HR policies are up-to-date, meet legal requirements, and reflect our organizational values.

• Oversee the implementation and ongoing improvement of our HR information systems, ensuring they’re accurate, easy to use, and support data-
• Lead and implement recruitment-driven decision-making.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Lead and implement recruitment strategies that attract and retain talented individuals who align with the foundation’s mission and values.
• Design and implement an effective onboarding experience, ensuring that new employees are welcomed and integrated into the organization’s culture, goals, and practices.

Project Management

• Working closely with the VP of People & Culture, help shape new initiatives, improve existing ones, and manage their implementation, including in areas like Staff Development & Growth, activities that support continuous learning and skill enhancement across the organization, including leadership development, and a professional development program

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

• Initiatives that promote a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive
• Assessment and refinement of practices, ensuring that equity and inclusion are deeply embedded in the organization’s culture, policies, and practices

Cultural Stewardship & Employee Engagement

• Initiatives that shape, communicate, and reinforce a strong organizational culture that aligns with the foundation’s mission, vision, and values
• Initiatives that build a positive, engaging workplace, including organizing employee engagement activities and conducting regular feedback loops

Performance Management & Employee Relations

• Performance management processes, ensuring they are structured to encourage accountability, provide actionable feedback, and support professional growth
• Support managers to address employee relations issues and foster a respectful, collaborative environment that aligns with the foundation’s values

Compensation & Benefits Management

• Design and administration of competitive compensation and benefits packages that align with organizational priorities and budget constraints.

Qualifications

With a preference for experience in a social justice context, we are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds who are passionate about building inclusive, equitable, and high-performing organizations. Above all, we seek a highly competent, mission-driven generalist with a deep understanding of and enthusiasm for supporting organizational culture and fostering building an organization that can deliver on a mission as ambitious as ours. Substantial familiarity with HR policies and systems is essential, whether through prior direct work in HR or oversight of an HR function, as is prior management experience. We are open to leaders who bring demonstrated expertise in related fields, along with a commitment to equity, inclusion, and organizational excellence.

• Commitment to JPB’s mission
• Minimum 8-10 years experience in HR, or a related function, ideally within a social justice nonprofit or mission-driven environments
• Minimum 3 years managing a team, and supervisory experience of at least one full-time employee for two consecutive years
• Ability to develop and implement strategies for talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement
• Sharp instincts and judgment, grounded in experience, about how to prioritize among competing talent-related initiatives and when to pursue alternative tactics over “textbook” practices
• High level of emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships, manage complex issues, and support an inclusive workplace culture
• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent skills with ‘managing up’ and coordinating of multiple stakeholders'
• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated success in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within an organization
• Great sense of humor

SALARY & BENEFITS

This is a full-time, exempt position. JPB deeply values fair and equitable wages that enable people to thrive. The salary range for this position is $220,000-$240,000. JPB offers an extensive and generous benefits package , including health insurance (with 100% of the premiums paid for employees, spouses, domestic partners, and qualified family members), paid time off (including the last week of the year), 401(k) retirement plan with 12% employer contribution, and access to an inclusive family building reimbursement plan. JPB provides up to $5,000 annually for professional development and the ability to recommend an annual grant to the nonprofit of your choice.