Senior Manager, Human Resources

The National Fire Protection Association’s mission is to help save lives and reduce loss with information, knowledge and passion. Established in 1896, we are dedicated to the elimination of death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. The Association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission.

To better meet the needs of those who rely on our information and knowledge to keep people and property safe, we are amidst a transformation to expand our influence and further our safety mission. We are becoming increasingly digital and global to grow, thrive and save more lives from fire, electrical and other hazards. To accomplish this, we need effective leaders at all levels of the Association who understand what we are striving for, why it is important, how to execute our vision and who passionately want to see NFPA through this important stage. It is an exciting and empowering time to work at NFPA.

NFPA is looking for a passionate and pragmatic Senior Manager, Human Resources to partner as a trusted advisor and key influencer at our organization, setting the strategy for talent management and total rewards at NFPA! With an emphasis on attracting, motivating, and positioning our talent for success, the Senior Manager, Human Resources will work closely with employees and managers at all levels of the organization to coach and provide guidance on activities that shape culture and drive employee engagement, performance, and development. As NFPA continues to expand our dispersed (remote-first) workforce, the Senior Manager, Human Resources will also have overall responsibility for compliance with employment laws and regulations and recommendations for best practices in employment policies and procedures. Come join an amazing team!

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensures effective talent management including recruitment, assessment, and development as the organization grows. Partners with Learning & Development to assist managers with assessing and identifying resources to meet employee/departmental training needs and supporting employees to continuously develop their skills in their field of work.

• Analyzes trends in total rewards. Researches, proposes, and implements strategy for competitive benefits and compensation (base and incentive pay programs) to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.

• Counsels and/or coaches employees and managers regarding employee relations issues including performance management, facilitation of formal/informal complaints to resolution, discipline and/or exits in line with culture and the business and legal environment.

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. ( i.e. FMLA, ADA, EEO, I-9, LOA’s, etc.)

• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

• Leads and assists with audits as necessary ( i.e. compensation and benefits related, etc.)

• Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the HR department and services performed.

• Updates management on policies/processes as necessary

• Provides data analysis and metrics to support the implementation of tools necessary to achieve key milestones and help drive strategy, including improvement of performance, retention, and the employee experience.

• Acts as a change agent and helps lead key change management initiatives for the business. Partners with Head of HR and Business Leaders to oversee and provide guidance on activities that shape culture and drive employee engagement.

• In collaboration with the Head of HR, supports the design, development, and execution of critical HR initiatives and projects (Performance Management, Organizational Design, Workforce Planning and Development)

• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review, update, and communicate changes to policies and practices to maintain compliance as necessary.

• Develops the skills of HR professionals: Guides the development of new HR competencies required for effectiveness in a rapidly changing business model including serving as a culture and change steward and capable talent management advisor, to think strategically, to coach and influence, and to be a business ally solving problems with a sense of urgency.

• Leads, develops and manages direct reports by setting clear goals and expectations and by committing to managing for performance excellence.

• Consistently demonstrates The NFPA Way by bringing Passion, being Bold, being Curious, getting Connected and Owning it

Requirements:

• 8-10 years of relevant experience and demonstrated expertise in recruitment, talent review and management, total rewards (health and welfare benefits & compensation), compliance, change management, and in a developing high performance work culture.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in HR, business, or any related discipline

• SHRM/HRCI certification a plus

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

• Established track record of driving & delivering results. Possess deep knowledge of HR Best Practices.

• Experience with self-insured benefit plans a plus.

• Extensive knowledge of best-in-class, competitive market and incentive-based compensation programs

• Experience with the implementation and management of day to day HRIS operations (Paylocity HRIS experience a plus!)

• Predictive Index certification preferred or equivalent experience with motivation and engagement assessments and practices.

• Proven track record as a strong partner to the business, providing effective coaching to leaders, managers and direct reports to optimize their capabilities by providing feedback, advice and suggestions to ensure success.

• Strong management skills and demonstrated knowledge of employment law, compliance, and policy development and implementation.

• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal, to support all levels of the organization.

• Possess the ability to facilitate meetings and training sessions.

• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity and responding to changing business conditions.

Travel Required – 10%

Position is remote with a preference for local candidate (MA)

National Fire Protection Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.