Vice President of Human Resources

Vice President of Human Resources @ Tampa YMCA

Position

Vice President of Human Resources

Organization

Location

Tampa, Florida

Primary Job Function

None provided

Type of Position

Full-time

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Experience Requirement

10 year(s)

Range

$120,000.00 -

$145,000.00

Salary Terms

Remote Options

In-Person / In-Office (Little or No Remote Offered)

All applicants must submit a resume and cover letter to be considered.

About the Tampa Y

At the Tampa Y, we are committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We deeply value our associates and volunteers and believe that a strong organization starts with strong people. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for a transformational HR leader who can help shape the future of our people, culture, and organization.

Why This Role Is Exciting

As the Vice President of Human Resources, you will:

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team.
• Shape and lead the Association’s people and HR strategy in alignment with our mission and long-term goals.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing HR team and strengthen the leadership pipeline.
• Help shape organizational culture, employee engagement, performance, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Lead innovative approaches to talent acquisition, workforce planning, and employer branding.
• Bring a forward-thinking approach to HR analytics, technology, and workforce intelligence to drive better organizational decisions.
• Serve as a senior leader and subject-matter expert in employee relations and employment law, partnering closely with legal counsel.
• Partner across the organization to strengthen the employee experience and position the Tampa Y as an employer of choice.
• Help guide the organization through growth, change, and continued innovation while keeping people and mission at the center.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role.
• Proven success building and developing high-performing HR teams.
• Strong expertise in employee relations, workplace investigations, and employment law.
• Experience partnering directly with executive leadership to influence organizational strategy.
• Strong business acumen, executive presence, communication, coaching, and analytical skills.
• Experience leveraging HRIS, workforce analytics, data, and technology to drive organizational outcomes.
• A demonstrated ability to think strategically, translate trends into innovative practices, and proactively support organizational growth.
• A strong commitment to retention, leadership development, and building a strong organizational culture.
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to build relationships and influence across all levels of an organization.
• Passion for the YMCA mission and making a meaningful impact in the community.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred.
• Must be able to work in person in the Tampa area and travel throughout the Association as needed.

What We Offer

• A chance to lead at a growing, mission-driven YMCA Association where your work will have visible, meaningful impact.
• The opportunity to help shape the future of the Tampa Y’s people strategy and culture.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance.
• Excellent health plan options for you and your family.
• Outstanding retirement benefit: up to 12% employer retirement contribution when qualification criteria are met.
• A collaborative leadership environment where innovation, strategic thinking, and new ideas are valued.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

• 20 days of Paid Time Off , increasing with service
• 7 paid holidays
• Tampa YMCA family membership
• $2,000 employer-provided assistance for qualified dependent care programs (before/after school care and camp)
• 20% off program fees (swim lessons, youth sports, summer camp and more)
• 30%off personal training
• Start at 403 (b) smart savings account through YMCA Benefits on day one of employment (optional)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through BayCare Behavioral Services (phone and online)
• Professional development opportunities through Y-USA trainings
• Retirement plan eligibility: After completing 1000 hours of service over two, twelve-month periods and at least 21 years of age, part-time and full-time associates are eligible for the Tampa YMCA to contribute 12%of your earnings to a 401(a) account. Once enrolled, the associate is immediately vested.

Association Summary:

• 14 Family Center Ys, 65-acre outdoor adventure camp, Community Learning Center, two program centers, 27 afterschool sites, 18 Early Head Start sites
• Largest youth development and health & wellness provider in the region
• 300,000+ community members served
• 1,600+ staff members
• $50MM in revenue
• An independent 501(c) 3, locally-governed and managed

Located in sunny Florida, the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA offers an ideal location with beautiful weather affording a desirable setting for an active outdoor lifestyle year-round, is close to many beaches and theme parks and Florida is one of very few states that has no state income tax.

The Tampa Y is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.