Human Resources Director Job at United Way (Cincinnati)

Human Resources Director

United Way

Location:
United States , Cincinnati

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are seeking a SHRM certified Director of Human Resources to join the United Way of Greater Cincinnati team. This leader will drive talent strategy, shape an exceptional employee experience, and serve as a trusted partner to people and executive leaders on strategic HR priorities. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of building and leading high-performing HR teams, developing and executing talent management strategies, and enhancing employee engagement and satisfaction. This leader combines strong business acumen with the ability to partner effectively with the Executive Leadership team and leadership across the organization to drive results. This role is instrumental in strengthening organizational capacity to attract, develop, and retain talent, while cultivating a high-performance culture grounded in empowerment, collaboration, teamwork, and excellence. Responsibilities include leading strategic HR planning and overseeing one direct report.

Job Responsibility:

Partners with Executive staff to provide strategic HR guidance, including workforce planning, organizational design, and change management
Serves as a consultative resource to all people managers regarding human resources matters
Provides consultative resources to all employees providing coaching, dispute resolution, professional development recommendations or other appropriate support as necessary
Responds to and facilitates investigation and/or resolution of employee relations issues
Oversees the implementation of inclusive recruitment, orientation, development, and retention processes
Develops and implements comprehensive talent development strategies and programs
Leads the design and implementation of training and development initiatives
Strengthens staff performance & accountability across the organization
Works closely with executive leadership and managers to identify critical skill gaps and talent priorities
Drives effective succession planning programs
Stays up to date on employment legislation, compliance requirements, and industry trends
Ensures HR policies and procedures are up to date and appropriate programs comply with applicable laws and regulations
Manages compensation structure and regular reviews
benefits administration, disability, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and other insurance claims
I9 compliance
federal & state employee reporting requirements

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in human resources or management
SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP certification required, or willingness to obtain within 6 months as a condition of employment
Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including experience leading HR teams and implementing talent management programs
Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws and regulations
Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Office 365

Nice to have:

Innovative thinker with a track record of translating strategic thinking into inclusive actions plans and results
Highly organized and effective in executing against HR initiatives
Ability to build relationships across the organization and leverage relationships to drive achievement of organizational goals
Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, makes decisions based on accurate and timely data driven analysis
Proven experience and ability to lead, direct, coach and mentor team in collaborative partnering to achieve goals
Excellent writing, editing, verbal, analytical and presentation skills
High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results -orientation

What we offer:

Generous paid time off including vacation, personal, sick, and holiday time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403b plan with company match
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program and access to other free health programs
Community volunteer opportunities
Professional development and training opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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