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The Geneva Foundation lists this Director, People Operations / Human Resources (Hybrid) opportunity in bethesda, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About the Role
The Geneva Foundation is seeking an innovative Director of People Operations & Human Resources to help shape how we attract, develop, engage, and retain the people who advance our mission. We are looking for a forward-looking People & Business Partner who understands that people strategy is business strategy. Working closely with the COO and Leadership Team, the Director will translate Geneva's strategic priorities into a scalable workforce strategy, modern people practices, and an employee experience that enables high performance. Geneva operates in the complex environment of federal government contracting, military medicine, research, and nonprofit mission delivery. Our workforce must be prepared to respond to changing customer requirements, program growth, new business opportunities, evolving technology, and a competitive talent market. The successful candidate will think strategically, operate pragmatically, use data to drive decisions, challenge conventional thinking, and get things done. This full-time hybrid position offers a flexible schedule of 2 in-office days and 3 remote workdays per week. Candidates must be based near one of our corporate offices in Bethesda, MD; Frederick, MD; Tacoma, WA; or Fayetteville, NC and be able to regularly work on site/in office as required. Preference is given to candidates residing in the DMV region. Background check will be administered. Salary Range $135,000 - $155,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or related field
8+ years of progressive HR/People Operations experience, including leadership responsibility
Demonstrated experience serving as a strategic HR partner to senior leadership
Strong business acumen and the ability to connect workforce decisions to organizational performance, financial sustainability, and growth
Strong knowledge of talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, organizational development, and employment compliance
Experience developing workforce strategies and leading organizational change
Strong analytical, communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and exercise sound independent judgment
Experience overseeing employee benefits and total rewards programs, including vendor management, benefits strategy, cost analysis, compliance, and employee communications
Experience with Workday
Experience leveraging technology, automation, or AI to modernize HR processes
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in HR, Business, Organizational Development, or related field
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHR, or comparable certification
Experience in federal government contracting, defense, military medicine, healthcare, scientific research, or another highly regulated environment
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the COO and Leadership Team on workforce, talent, and organizational matters
Develop and execute a People strategy aligned with Geneva's strategic plan, growth objectives, financial priorities, and evolving workforce needs
Partner with Program and Business Development leaders to anticipate workforce requirements associated with new business, contract growth, and organizational expansion
Lead talent acquisition, workforce planning, retention, succession planning, leadership development, and employee engagement
Build proactive talent pipelines and improve the speed, quality, and effectiveness of recruiting
Strengthen the employee experience from recruitment through career development and retention
Lead the strategy, administration, and continuous improvement of Geneva's employee benefits programs, including group health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, and other employee benefits
Evaluate benefits offerings, costs, utilization, competitiveness, and employee needs; recommend changes that balance employee value, market competitiveness, and organizational affordability
Manage relationships with benefits brokers, carriers, consultants, and other third-party providers and ensure effective vendor performance and service delivery
Oversee benefits enrollment, communications, compliance, and employee education to ensure employees understand and effectively utilize available programs
Lead the evolution of performance management, compensation, benefits, and recognition programs
Use workforce data and analytics to identify trends, measure organizational health, and support better business decisions
Lead organizational effectiveness, change management, and culture initiatives
Modernize People Operations through technology, automation, and use of AI
Provide guidance on employee relations, employment practices, policies, and compliance, partnering with legal counsel when appropriate
Ensure People Operations practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local requirements and the unique needs of a federal government contractor
Lead, develop, and mentor the People Operations team while establishing clear service expectations and performance measures
Partner across Finance, Programs, IT, Business Development, Corporate Strategy, and other functions to ensure people strategies support enterprise priorities
The Leader We're Looking For
Strategic but execution-oriented. Can translate strategy into action and measurable results
A business partner. Understands the connection between people, performance, financial sustainability, and organizational growth
Forward-looking. Anticipates workforce challenges and opportunities before they become business issues
Data-driven. Uses meaningful workforce data to inform decisions and measure impact
A trusted advisor. Comfortable advising, influencing, and respectfully challenging senior leaders
Innovative. Looks for smarter, simpler, and more effective ways to work
People-centered. Builds trust, accountability, engagement, and a strong employee experience
Change-oriented. Can lead people and organizations through growth, transformation, and evolving priorities
Mission-driven. Understands the importance of Geneva’s mission and the people who make it possible
Why Geneva?
The Geneva Foundation is a mission-driven nonprofit supporting military medicine, research, and innovation. Our people are at the center of that mission. This is an opportunity to join the Leadership Team and help shape how Geneva attracts, develops, engages, and retains the talent needed for its next stage of growth. If you're ready to help build a modern People function and want your work to have a direct impact on both an organization and its mission, we want to hear from you. As a leader in military medical research, at Geneva, our professionals develop critical solutions – and build rewarding careers. Our team of more than 400 employees across the world joins forces with some of the world’s leading researchers and innovators, who are committed to the advancement of military medicine worldwide.
Transforming Military Medicine to Save Lives Worldwide
Geneva is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that advances military medicine through research, development, and education as we pursue our purpose to ensure optimal health for service members and the communities they serve.
The Geneva Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits
Financial rewards that are a significant part of the employee's total rewards compensation package
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings account, with employer contribution
Coverage for employees and family members including domestic partners
Short-term and long-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Life & ADD insurance
403b retirement plan with generous employer match
Flexible leave options
11 paid holidays per year
Up to 4 weeks of paid time off in a rolling year
Full time positions come with all benefits. Part time and intermittent positions may vary.
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Worksite address
bethesda, MD, 20811, US
Who can apply
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