Director of Human Resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

The mission of the Health Federation of Philadelphia is to promote community health by advancing access to high-quality, integrated, comprehensive health and human services. We believe in and are firmly committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status. This commitment applies to all aspects of the Health Federation of Philadelphia’s employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promotion.

JOB SUMMARY
The Health Federation of Philadelphia (HFP) is a mission-driven public health nonprofit with more than 43 years of experience improving access to healthcare and advancing health equity throughout the region. HFP manages an annual operating budget of $50 million and employs 100 staff across its own programs. In addition, HFP provides human resources services for 225 employees who are administratively employed by HFP and assigned to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health and other partner organizations.
The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership for all aspects of human resources across this diverse workforce. This position is responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that support HFP's mission, strengthen organizational culture, and ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices. The Director serves as a key advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement, talent development, and organizational effectiveness
The successful candidate will be an experienced HR leader who combines strategic thinking with operational excellence and is committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Responsibilities/Duties
Strategic Leadership & Culture

• Partner with senior leadership to align HR strategy with organizational priorities.
• Convey a strong sense of customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Advance a culture of equity, belonging, and accountability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and coach to managers and leadership team member.

Talent Management

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention efforts.
• Develop equitable hiring practices and pipelines for diverse talent.
• Design and implement performance management and professional development systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Manage compensation structures and benefits programs; ensure fairness and competitiveness.
• Oversee employee benefits, leave administration, and wellness initiatives.
• Oversee the administration of FMLA, Disability and Worker’s Compensation claims.

Employee Relations

• Provide guidance and conflict resolution for sensitive personnel issues.
• Investigate and/or oversee the investigation of complaints and support corrective actions consistent with organizational values.
• Foster open communication, teamwork, and positive employee morale.
• Collaborate with internal management, legal representation, and insurance providers in response to worker’s compensation, EEOC, and legal claims.

Compliance & Operations

• Collaborate with Director of Organizational Compliance and Operations to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Develop HR policies that are consistent with regulatory requirements, organizational priorities, and workplace culture.
• Maintain and update policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.
• Lead HR data management systems and reporting.

Organizational Development

• Use HR metrics to inform planning and improve practices.
• Support change management and staff development initiatives.
• Develop training programs that build leadership capacity and promote inclusion.