Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

About the Company

Well-established integrated health & human services network

Industry
Individual & Family Services

Type
Non Profit

Founded
1951

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Family Services
• Nursing and Residential Care

Specialties

• health and human services
• autism
• developmental disability
• clinical and behavioral health
• brain injury supports
• and shared living / adult family care

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to serve as a strategic partner and thought leader, responsible for the development and execution of a comprehensive people and workforce strategy. The CHRO will play a central role in supporting the organization's growth, including program expansion, mergers, acquisitions, and affiliate integration, while maintaining a unified organizational culture and a commitment to the mission. Key responsibilities for the CHRO include strategic leadership, culture and engagement, talent management and development, compensation and benefits, workforce analytics, employee and labor relations, and HR systems, compliance, and risk management. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mission-driven work, a proven track record in HR strategy for large, multi-site organizations, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The successful CHRO will be a mission-aligned leader with a focus on organizational effectiveness, culture enhancement, and interpersonal wisdom. They will be expected to lead with emotional intelligence, balance empathy with clarity, and foster a sense of belonging across the workforce. The role requires a candidate with a Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred) and a minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in HR, with a strong preference for those holding SPHR/SHRM-SCP certification. The CHRO will also be responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and providing strong oversight of employee relations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of labor laws and workforce regulations, particularly in the New England region, and a proven ability to lead cultural change and strategic workforce planning.

Hiring Manager Title
CEO

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Human Resources