About this opportunity
Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation lists this Senior Vice President, Human Resources opportunity in new york, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Title: Senior Vice President, Human Resources
Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Chief Impact Officer, EVP
This is ahybrid position based in Brooklyn, NY (3 days/week in-office)
Summary
The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC) is a not-for-profit corporation that serves as the real estate developer and property manager of the Yard on behalf of its owner, the City of New York. BNYDC strives to provide an environment in which innovative companies can take root and grow.
The Senior Vice President of Human Resources serves as the organization’s senior human resources leader and strategic advisor to executive leadership. This position is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with organizational priorities while ensuring operational excellence across all areas of Human Resources.
They provide leadership over workforce strategy, labor relations, employee relations, talent acquisition, total rewards, talent development, HR operations, compliance, and employee engagement. The role partners closely with executive leadership to align workforce planning and compensation strategies, strengthen organizational effectiveness, develop leaders, foster a positive workplace culture, and position the organization for future growth and change.
Areas of Responsibility
Develop and execute an enterprise-wide Human Resources strategy aligned with organizational goals and business priorities
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, culture, succession planning, change management, and talent strategy
Lead, develop, and mentor the Human Resources team while establishing departmental goals, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop HR metrics and dashboards to support executive decision-making and organizational planning
Identify and mitigate workforce-related risks while promoting sound governance, compliance, and organizational effectiveness
Manage the Human Resources budget, ensuring effective stewardship of departmental resources
Labor and Employee Relations
Lead the organization’s labor relations strategy across multiple collective bargaining agreements, serving as the chief spokesperson during collective bargaining negotiations
Oversee contract administration, grievance management, arbitration preparation, labor-management partnerships, and contract interpretation
Provide executive guidance on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance management
Build collaborative relationships with union leadership while balancing operational objectives and positive employee relations
Total Rewards, Compensation, Benefits & Workforce Planning
Lead the organization’s total rewards strategy, including compensation philosophy, salary structures, market benchmarking, internal equity, and benefits offerings
Lead the annual compensation planning process, including merit increases, promotional adjustments, equity reviews, and executive compensation recommendations
Develop, and manage the organization’s annual staffing budget process in partnership with Finance, C-suite, and department heads
Oversee all employee benefit programs and manage relationships with brokers, retirement administrators, insurance carriers, and other applicable vendors
Lead annual benefits renewals, open enrollment, vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, and ongoing plan administration
Ensure compliance with all applicable benefit regulations and reporting requirements
Talent Management & Organizational Development
Lead performance management, leadership development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives
Partner with department leaders to assess organizational structure, workforce planning, and talent needs
Oversee talent strategies to attract, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce
Champion initiatives that foster an inclusive, respectful, and high-performing workplace culture rooted in continuous learning and professional development
HR Operations & Compliance
Oversee all Human Resources operations, policies, procedures, records management, and ensure compliance with all Federal and New York State / City employment laws
Develop, implement, and communicate HR policies and organizational practices
Represent the organization in administrative hearings, arbitrations, legal proceedings, audits, and regulatory matters, as needed
Stay current on employment trends, legislation, and HR best practices to proactively position the organization for future success
HR Technology & Process Improvement
Serve as executive sponsor for the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring effective administration, reporting, and process optimization
Leverage HR technology and automation to enhance the employee experience
Utilize HR analytics and workforce data to support strategy and business decisions
The above duties and responsibilities are not intended to limit the specific duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to limit in any way the authority of supervisors to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Required Skills & Abilities
Experience developing Human Resources strategy and initiatives, with strong Executive Leadership capabilities
Business acumen with the ability to align people strategy with organizational objectives
Exceptional judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to build trusted relationships and influence leaders at all levels
Demonstrated organizational development and change management capabilities
Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret workforce data and HR metrics
High degree of professionalism and discretion, with the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Demonstrated experience overseeing employee benefits administration, vendor management, and total rewards programs
Experience leading workplace investigations and managing complex employee relations
Comprehensive knowledge of federal, New York State, and New York City employment law
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field required; Master’s Degree preferred
10+ years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience
7+ years of experience managing people and leading Human Resources teams
Significant experience leading Human Resources within a unionized environment, including collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance management, and labor relations
Experience in nonprofit, real estate, property management, public sector, or similarly complex organizations preferred
Experience administering Paycom or a comparable HRIS preferred
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or comparable professional certification preferred
BNYDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including actual or perceived sex, gender, gender identity, self-image, appearance, behavior or expression) sexual orientation, genetic trait, actual or perceived status of a victim of domestic violence, or as victim of sex offenses or stalking, unemployment status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, military status, handicap, disability, or any other legally protected classification.
BNYDC is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Some of the highlights include:
Employer-funded pension plan, with annual contributions up to 14% of your salary
Medical, dental, and vision coverage options starting Day 1 of employment
Annual HRA (health reimbursement arrangement) of $6,000 to cover out-of-pocket medical & mental health expenses
Employer-funded Basic Life/AD&D coverage
12 weeks paid parental leave
Maven, Teledoc & TotalCare EAP memberships
Transit/Commuter & Let’s Ride NYC (Citi Bike) benefits
Discounted pet insurance through MetLife
4 weeks of PTO, additional paid sick leave
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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