senior director of human resources.

Steer the organizational culture and global talent strategy of a prestigious institution in a high-impact, executive HR leadership role based in New York City. Partner directly with the Executive Vice President & COO as a strategic thought partner to orchestrate comprehensive People & Culture operations across a dynamic, mission-driven ecosystem. As a vital "player-coach," you will blend big-picture organizational strategy with hands-on execution, overseeing everything from DEI initiatives and talent management to complex global mobility and risk compliance. This position demands exceptional operational sophistication, cross-cultural competence, and the highest level of professional discretion to nurture an inclusive, industry-leading workplace dedicated to a global mission.

salary: $150,000 - $170,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Culture & Talent: Drive engagement for 130+ global staff; manage lifecycle HR solutions (recruitment to offboarding).
  
  
• Employee Relations: Resolve complex issues, conduct investigations, and coach leadership.
  
  
• Total Rewards & Tech: Benchmark compensation, manage 403(b) audits, and optimize Paycom.
  
  
• Global Mobility: Advise on US immigration laws and manage worker visas (H-1B, E3, J1).
  
  
• Leadership: Act as an accessible "player-coach" to mentor a junior HR Associate.
  
  

Must-Haves

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience with proven departmental leadership.
  
  
• Deep global mobility expertise (US immigration and visa processing).
  
  
• Background in nonprofits, arts, museums, education, or think tanks.
  
  
• Tech-fluent in Paycom (or major HRIS), MS Office, Slack, and monday.com.
  
  
• Impeccable judgment, gravitas, and calm under pressure.
  
  

Benefits & Qualifications

• Health: Medical/Dental/Vision + HRA covering part of the deductible.
  
  
• Retirement: 6% employer 403(b) contribution after 1 year (no match required).
  
  
• Perks: generous PTO/holidays, Summer Fridays
  
  
• Skills: Employee Relations, Total Rewards, Compliance, Visa/Immigration, HRIS.
  
  

Skills

Human Resources

Total Rewards

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Employee Reviews

Compliance

403B

Visa/Immigration

Immigration

HRIS

Qualifications

Years of experience: 15 years

Experience level: Director

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This posting is open for thirty (30) days.