Director of Human Resources

Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:

Strategic Human Resources Leadership
The Director of Human Resources will bring a demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with the Morgan’s mission, vision, and values. This includes creating a positive and inclusive work culture, promoting accountability, and pursuing best practices across the breadth of the department’s activities. The ideal candidate should have experience in leading HR initiatives, managing conflicts, and making tough decisions.

Collaboration and Influence
The Director of Human Resources will possess the ability to build strong relationships with various stakeholders, including department heads, managers, and employees. This includes influencing others to adopt new processes and procedures, proactively identifying and solving for any points of friction, and facilitating communication across the organization. The ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to navigate complex organizational dynamics, and have a strong ability to persuade and influence others.

Compliance and Risk Management
The Director of Human Resources will be able to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and organizational policies. This includes staying up to date on changing regulations, managing risk, and implementing processes to prevent errors or misconduct. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of employment law, be able to interpret policies and procedures, and have experience in conducting investigations and implementing disciplinary actions.

Operational Efficiency and Project Management
This leader will have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and ensure timely completion of HR-related tasks. This includes developing processes for onboarding new employees, managing benefits and payroll, and ensuring that all HR-related functions are running smoothly. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing HR operations, be able to analyze processes and identify areas for improvement, and possess strong project management skills.

In addition, strong candidates will offer:

Bachelor’s degree in any related field and a minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in human resource operations, including oversight of recruitment, hiring, payroll, compensation, and benefits administration and/or occupational analysis.
Five (5) years minimum of supervisory experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.
Experience in a museum, arts and culture organization, or nonprofit setting is strongly preferred, as is interest in the Morgan’s collections and programs.
Clear written and spoken communication skills.
SHRM Senior Certification or other advanced HR certification is a plus.
An affinity for technology, including experience with one or more HRIS platforms.
Proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required.