Why work with us:

• Make an Impact Every Day: We're looking for passionate individuals ready to help build a more inclusive world. Your work changes lives!
• A Culture of Support & Inclusion: Join a welcoming, diverse team that is committed to collaboration and excellence. 
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation starting at an annual salary of $75,000 - $90,000, along with a generous benefits package that go beyond industry standards, because we value your dedication. 

• Guide and manage the People Operations department, including oversight of all team members and functional areas.
• Partner with the Executive Director and leadership team to align people strategies with organizational goals.
• Develop and oversee departmental plans, policies, and systems that foster a healthy, high-performing, and values-driven culture.
• Serve as the point person for people-related risk, compliance, and organizational change management.

• Act as the lead People & Culture partner to assigned departments, providing consultation on performance, structure, morale, and staff support.
• Coach managers and directors on employee relations, team development, and effective leadership practices.
• Collaborate with program and support leaders to forecast staffing needs, succession planning, and change readiness.

• Oversee and manage key HR processes including payroll administration, benefits management, onboarding, leaves of absence, records retention, and compliance, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and a positive employee experience.
• Ensure HR systems are efficient, compliant, and employee-friendly.
• Support implementation of new tools or processes in collaboration with Finance, Operations, and IT teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the organization’s insurance and benefits broker, coordinating renewals, plan changes, and employee education.

• Serve as the escalation point for complex or high-impact employee relations matters.
• Model a restorative, values-aligned approach to conflict resolution and accountability.
• Lead engagement efforts, employee surveys, and continuous improvement in organizational culture.

• Design and implement staff development strategies in partnership with leadership and the People & Business Partner.
• Strengthen leadership capacity across the organization through training, coaching, and team facilitation.
• Foster a learning culture that supports growth, performance, and equity.

• Ensure organizational compliance with all applicable labor laws, internal policies, and program regulations including, but not limited to Title 17, Title 22 and Community Care Licensing.
• Monitor and support timely completion of mandatory trainings, certifications, and safety requirements.
• Partner with legal and compliance consultants to address risk areas, policy updates, and audits.

Schedule:

• Full-time, Exempt
• Flexible work schedule

Location:

• Sylmar, CA

• $75,000 - $90,000/annually, based on previous experience and other qualifications

Benefits:

• 90% coverage for Medical and 100% coverage for Dental and Vision insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for up to 2X the annual salary with Reliance Standard
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• 56 hours of paid sick leave
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company cell phone
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

• High emotional intelligence and cultural competence
• Ability to lead with empathy while driving accountability and performance
• Skilled in change management and organizational development
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Organized, proactive, and comfortable navigating ambiguity
• Tech-savvy and confident working with HRIS and payroll systems
• Committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of work