Description

SR. DIRECTOR PEOPLE & CULTURE

Location:  Big Thought Headquarters – Dallas, TX

Reports to CEO/President

Department: Executive Administration

Position Type: Full time/Exempt

Supervision: Yes

Note: Local candidates preferred

Big Thought (BT), a thriving non-profit, is on the move! And we are keenly focused on our People & Culture.

Executing well in the pursuit of programs and services for K-12 education both during the school day and after, our people make the difference now and in the future; in our strategic focus and in program/services delivery. 

We recently began a process of organization transformation.  This transformation is designed to “meet the future”. We aspire to unleash the creativity, innovation and diverse talents of all our employees.  That’s the destination!

To this end, we are seeking a uniquely talented individual who can help lead us on this challenging “journey”! On this journey – the ideal candidate will focus on Equity, define people processes, continue to focus on the Big Thought structure, be a voice on our Executive Leadership Team…and so much more!

Are you a global thinker who can execute locally?

Do you possess competency in diverse cultures?

Does multi-tasking energize you?

Have you practiced Workforce Planning?

If you are an experienced HR professional with a proven track record of success, influence at all levels – then our Sr. Director of People & Culture position might be the right fit for you.

About the Role:

Provide HR Leadership coaching, counseling and equity-based solutions in support of the Big Thought workforce in service of an Exceptional Employee Experience.

About Big Thought:

Big Thought equips youth in marginalized communities to imagine and create their best lives and world. The secret that makes our work uniquely effective is the powerful combination of our social and emotional focus, experiential learning, community-centered partnerships, inclusion/equity lens and future focus.

Throughout our 30+ year history of innovation, Big Thought has become a national model in arts education, out of school time systems, summer learning and juvenile justice intervention. Now, we’re one of six community partnerships in the U.S helping scale national best practices in Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). We take direct-to-youth programs and resources to communities with the greatest needs and share our evidence-based best practices with other nonprofits and organizations through a suite of consultation services including professional development, curriculum design and technical assistance.

#Big Thought Way:

Big Thought brings relentless optimism, innovation and imagination to everything we do.  Our kids come first, and we use a collaborative, all hands-on deck approach to ensure that they are served well. 

Requirements

What the Role Entails:

• Develop a comprehensive HR Strategic Plan
• Administrator BT Policies, Guidelines and Procedures
• Redefine Performance Management process
• Source, recruit and staff BT workforce
• Assess, develop, design and facilitate L&D workshops/training
• Develop Employee Relations trend analysis
• Lead BT Restructuring Plan
• Infuse inclusion and equity in the administration of HR
• Develop and coach staff
• Update and prepare Compensation Plan
• Continue to move HR to a transformation function vs. transactional
• Continue development of process to keep self/others informed of new laws
• Update and maintain Employee Manual
• Update and continue to maintain BT Job Descriptions aimed at workflow effectiveness
• Skill in organization effectiveness
• Align HR strategy with BT Strategic Plan
• Influence and persuasion skill set
• Advance level skill in EQ (emotional intelligence)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 7-10 years’ experience (including manager/senior manager levels)
• SHRM basic certification a plus
• Identifiable history of HR Learning Workshops

Physical Expectations (not an exhaustive list):

Big Thought jobs are hands on and can be physically demanding.  To perform the duties of these roles successfully, you may regularly be required to: sit, stand, or stare at computer screen for long periods of time; participate in external activities; use various office equipment, some manual; work in environment with loud sounds, multiple distractions and interruptions; be exposed to extreme hot or cold temperatures on occasion; maintain emotional control during stressful situations.

BIG THOUGHT ASPIRES TO BE A WORKPLACE OF INCLUSION & EQUITY.  WE VISUALIZE A WORKPLACE THAT PROVIDES AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE.  WE BELIEVE A BASELINE REQUIREMENT TO ACHIEVE OUR VISION IS EVERYONE TREATED WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT – REGARDLESS THE ISSUE AT HAND. 

Employees of Big Thought are expected to participate in mission driven activities, meetings, committees, etc. BT is based on a team environment and openness to always “lend a hand” as appropriate to another employee.

All employees are required to adhere to BT policies and procedures.  All employees may expect to perform duties as assigned. In addition, all employees may be assigned “other” duties in the spirit of teamwork.

NOTE:  This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The CEO and/or designee has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.