Vice President Human Resources

On behalf of our client, a widely known and respected mission based developer of Wisconsin centric economic opportunities, we are seeking a dynamic and energetic Vice President of Human Resources to lead all aspects of the HR function and serve as a critical member and trusted advisor to the executive team. Possessing exceptional communication skills and proven mentoring & coaching abilities, this person will have a passion for building a diverse & inclusive culture within an employee centric environment.

As a member of the senior leadership team, our candidate of choice would be described as a highly self-directed, approachable and concise leader, confidently conveying business acumen, while driving the HR function to be a catalyst in an open and authentic culture built on engagement.

Role can be based anywhere within the state of Wisconsin.

Key priorities:

Employee Engagement & Culture:

• Chart a strategic vision for the organization including a robust employee engagement plan tailored to specific workplace dynamics.
• Partner with leadership to build and support an inclusive workplace culture that promotes open communication, world class service, accountability, diversity, development, and integrity.
• Develop initiatives and programs that enhance employee engagement and offer recognition, while reinforcing the mission and vision.

Talent Strategy & Workforce Planning:

• Develop and implement strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent.
• Manage seamless onboarding and offboarding experiences to ensure smooth transitions for new hires and departing employees.
• Oversee workforce and succession planning to support long-term organizational needs.
• Continuously review and enhance the performance management system and related processes to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Provide strategic oversight and guidance on performance evaluations, feedback processes, and development plans to drive accountability, foster growth, and improve overall employee performance and engagement across all levels.

Learning & Development:

• Partner with organizational leaders to design and implement leadership development and organizational-wide training programs to promote career growth and skill building.
• Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of training programs and initiatives through regular feedback and assessments to ensure alignment with organizational goals and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Ensure competitive, equitable compensation and benefits programs that support talent acquisition, retention, and employee engagement.
• Oversee the management, development, and continuous review of a comprehensive suite of employee benefits.

HR Operations and Compliance:

• Lead a team of HR professionals, setting and managing team goals while providing ongoing coaching, development, and performance management. Ensure accuracy in all HR operations by guiding the team to meet high standards of efficiency and precision.
• Oversee the HR team in a wide range of human resources management topics, ensuring comprehensive guidance and interpretation of local, state, and federal HR laws, policies, and procedures. Ensure the development of HR initiatives, policies, and procedures that support the mission and vision while ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations
• Manage facility operations and corporate insurance to ensure a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.
• Optimize HR systems and processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead divisional budget management, ensuring alignment of financial resources with strategic objectives to drive organizational priorities.

Change Management & Organizational Development:

• Lead HR’s role in strategic initiatives, support leaders in driving change, and enhance internal communication strategies.
• Integrate HR fully into the organization to ensure alignment with business needs, strategic direction, and the organizational mission and vision.

Experience & Competencies:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business, or related field, or combination of equivalent experience/education. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 - 10 years of related professional, progressive experience in the field of human resources with at least 3 years of experience leading teams and direct reports.
• Strong background in change management, organizational development, and performance management.

Skills & Talents:

• Demonstrated ability to partner and influence at all levels in the business and to be viewed as a credible, valuable source of information and integral part of management team.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound reasoning, independent judgment, and initiative to accomplish tasks with little or no direction and to solve issues/accomplish tasks not requiring the involvement of others.
• Possesses a high level of knowledge of local, state and federal laws, rules, policies, and procedures within the broad area of human resources management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to deal effectively with senior executives as well as diverse groups of people internal and external to the organization.
• Approachable and viewed as a responsive resource for employees and leaders.
• Effectively demonstrate communication, organization, problem solving, project management, continuous improvement, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with confidential information and sensitive situations.

State-wide travel will occur on an occasional basis, less than 20% of the time. Travel is anticipated to include day travel.