Director of Human Resources and Operations

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt, Full-Time 

COMPENSATION: $90,000 per year with eligibility for medical, dental, and vision health

 benefits as well as 401k plan eligibility. Generous Compensation Philosophy.

Amigos de Guadalupe Mission Statement:

Amigos de Guadalupe creates a vibrant, self-sustaining Mayfair community by ensuring that the basic needs of our community and families are met, delivering high-quality educational programs, and assisting our community to further build their own power to mobilize and organize for justice.

Agency Description:

Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment believes everyone deserves to live in a just and equitable society where every person is empowered to achieve their dreams. Since our founding in 2012, we have centered the East San Jose and Mayfair communities by providing impactful support in housing and homelessness prevention, immigration legal services, educational support, mental health services, and community organizing. Amigos has built a strong reputation in the local community by listening closely to the brilliance and resilience of the people who live, work, and raise families in East San Jose.

Overview of Position: 

The Director of Human Resources and Operations will possess previous HR experience in a non-profit setting as well as over three years of office management experience. They will have experience in mediation, knowledge of California Labor Laws, and will stay up to date on all pertinent County, Federal, and State laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will contribute their knowledge to strengthening policies and procedures at Amigos de Guadalupe while overseeing all office operations in all Amigos office locations. The Director of Human Resources and Operations will be driven by their passion for creating an inclusive, functional and supportive work environment for employees and community members alike. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Identifies vacant positions according to staffing needs, funding and contracts
• Strengthens and leads all stages of the employee life cycle including: recruitment, onboarding, development, retention, evaluation, and termination
• Provides current and potential employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, and employee health benefits package options
• Administers compensation and benefits throughout employee life cycle
• Develops a performance management system
• Guides staff through grievance, mediation, disciplinary action and conflict resolution processes when applicable
• Stays current on all County laws and regulations to ensure the organization is in compliance
• Handles all personnel and organization records
• Identifies professional development opportunities for all staff as needed
• Coordinates and facilitates mandatory trainings for all staff and/or management team 
• Champions Workers Compensation claims and Employee Leaves of Absence according to organization policies and Federal regulations
• Oversees all day to day operations in Amigos Main Office sites
• Supervises all Operations Team members including administrative assistant, facilities manager and all vendors rendering services to the Main Office buildings
• Encourages a positive work environment and culture for all employees
• Exercises judgment, sensitivity and discretion in the execution of all duties
• Fosters relationships with vendors and third parties relevant to the distribution of benefits or legal compliance documents
• Ensures the organization maintains compliance with all Federal, State and local safety requirements, employment laws and policies
• Actively advises Executive Director and leadership on all pertinent matters as requested
• Attends all Management and Leadership meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• BA in Human Resources or related field
• 3 or more years of Human Resources experience in a non-profit organization
• 3 or more years of experience in office management and supervisory roles
• HR Certification (SHRM/PHR) preferred
• Possesses interpersonal skills and cultural competency
• Must be experienced and comfortable with public speaking 
• Ability to work cooperatively with others toward a common goal
• Fluently bilingual in Spanish and English

Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability or veteran status. At ADG we encourage and promote a learning environment and encourage anyone to apply regardless of prior experience, we look for a growth mindset, positivity and an eagerness to learn.