New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$100k–$130k/yr
ACLS Mission and Overview Formed a century ago, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is a nonprofit federation of 86 scholarly organizations. As the leading representative of American scholarship in the human…
Skills: Talent Management, Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Compliance, Performance Management
New York, New York, United States • Hybrid
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The HR Director serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and manages all human resources operations for the organization. Key duties include overseeing talent management, benefits administration, compliance, and the development of HR policies for a hybrid workforce.
Candidates need 7+ years of progressive HR generalist experience, with a strong preference for those from nonprofit or academic backgrounds. A relevant degree or SHRM certification is considered a plus.
ACLS Mission and Overview
Formed a century ago, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is a nonprofit federation of 86 scholarly organizations. As the leading representative of American scholarship in the humanities and social sciences, ACLS upholds the core principle that knowledge is a public good. In supporting its member organizations, ACLS expands the forms, content, and flow of scholarly knowledge, reflecting our commitment to diversity of identity and experience. ACLS collaborates with institutions, associations, and individuals to strengthen the evolving infrastructure for scholarship.
Job Summary
ACLS is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, high performing human resources director to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while maintaining direct oversight of the organization’s human resources operations. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this is a one-person hands-on role providing leadership across all HR functions, including talent management, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management and HR policy development. The HR Director will serve as a trusted resource for staff and collaborate with colleagues across departments on broader initiatives as needed.
This is a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a meaningful impact across all HR functions in a small, dynamic, and mission-focused nonprofit organization.
Key job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Strategy and Leadership
Operations and Administration
Employee experience and culture
Policy development and compliance
Qualifications:
Compensation and Benefits
Base salary range: $100,000 - $140,000. The final salary depends on the candidate's specific skills and years of experience.
ACLS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability insurance; generous time off benefits; a retirement savings plan, including employer contributions; and professional development support.
Advancing the Humanities Since 1919.
Formed in 1919, ACLS is a nonprofit federation of 81 scholarly organizations. As the preeminent representative of American scholarship in the humanities and interpretive social sciences, ACLS holds a core belief that knowledge is a public good.
Offices: 633 Third Avenue, 8th Floor, New York, New York 10017, US
Advancing the Humanities Since 1919.
Formed in 1919, ACLS is a nonprofit federation of 81 scholarly organizations. As the preeminent representative of American scholarship in the humanities and interpretive social sciences, ACLS holds a core belief that knowledge is a public good.
Offices: 633 Third Avenue, 8th Floor, New York, New York 10017, US
