Classroom Champions is excited to partner with AccessHR for the recruitment of a full-time, permanent Head of Human Resources.

ABOUT CLASSROOM CHAMPIONS

Classroom Champions empowers children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through partnerships with athlete mentors. The mindsets of these world-class athletes support the development of student engagement, growth mindsets, and positive classroom cultures.

Classroom Champions is a ~30-employee, nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering structured, holistic, scaled mentorship programs including goal setting, leadership, & community engagement. Founded in 2009, Classroom Champions is led by a new CEO and is poised to scale to the next level.

Vision: Classroom Champions envisions a community that brings together children and the world’s best athlete role models to learn skills they need to succeed in and out of the classroom.

Mission: Classroom Champions empowers children to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically through the mentorship and mindsets of world-class athletes.

Check out our website: www.classroomchampions.org

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Head of Human Resources is crucial to maintaining and enhancing organizational culture throughout our upcoming high-growth period. The entire organization wants to ensure that employees feel deeply supported and highly valued.

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Operations, the successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of Canadian Human Resource practices and the ability to collaborate effectively with a USA-based Human Resources consultant.

The Head of Human Resources will play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive, engaging, and inclusive environment for a cross-border, fully remote team. This opportunity is well suited for a strategic HR professional who also loves to be hands-on. There are currently no direct reports but that may change as the organization moves forward.

A clear differentiator for this role is that the successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team at both tactical and strategic levels. Ultimately, Classroom Champions is seeking an approachable, transparent, “get-it-done” individual who listens carefully, takes an inquiry-based approach, and demonstrates high emotional intelligence.

KEY DELIVERABLES

Workplace Culture Champion: Ensure workplace culture reflects organizational values and mission; maintain and enhance culture through high-growth initiatives.
Strategic HR: Introduce and deliver innovative programs and initiatives to support strategic priorities, business objectives, and organizational culture.
Compliance: Create and maintain a cohesive HR system that integrates practices from both Canada and the USA; collaborate with USA-based HR consultants to oversee HR compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws in the USA.
Talent Acquisition & Talent Strategy: Build and execute the organizational talent management strategy including recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and retention.
Total Rewards & Payroll: Oversee Canadian payroll process; manage compensation and benefits programs in Canada and the USA.
Employee Relations & Performance Management: Provide guidance and support on employee relations issues; develop and introduce a performance management system.
Leadership Development: Develop, coach, and support leaders to effectively navigate challenges, drive results, and create a positive and supportive work environment.
Learning & Development: Identify training and development opportunities; promote a culture of continuous learning and development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Collaborator: Freely shares information and ideas appropriately; encourages collaborative and inclusive relationships; believes HR is best when it is integrated into the organization.
Integrity: Leads by example, demonstrating integrity, humility, and ethical behavior in both actions and decisions.
Negotiation and Diplomacy: Exemplary interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills; builds trust and achieves consensus among stakeholders.
Legal and Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements; ensures HR practices & policies meet legal standards to mitigate risk.
Exceptional Communicator: Encourages open dialogue; actively listens and asks, “tell me more” and “help me understand” questions; communicates clearly and checks in to ensure full comprehension; straightforward and truthful even in challenging situations.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

Undergraduate degree or diploma in human resources, business administration, or related field
10+ years’ experience in human resources; 3 to 5 years’ experience in generalist and/or manager roles
Experience in similar size, fully remote, and growing organizations

ASSETS

Familiarity with USA HR processes and compliance
Understanding of Canadian payroll systems; experience leading payroll professionals
Advanced education or certification in change management, project management, and/or business administration
CPHR designation or eligibility to obtain the designation

WHAT WE OFFER

Genuine opportunity to influence and effect change
Fully remote; flexible work hours Eastern Time through Pacific Time
Competitive compensation package includes performance-based bonus, employer-paid extended health care including vision and dental, STD, and LTD
Truly collaborative, supportive, and fun place to work
Support a team that interacts with some of the best athletes in the world!
Work with a leadership team who trust and appreciate the value of Human Resources

Interested candidates are invited to apply with a cover letter and resume

The position posting will close at 8:00 pm MT on August 6th, 2024.

All applicants will receive a personalized response and candidates under consideration will be contacted directly. Please be advised that applications will be monitored daily, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply as Classroom Champions is committed to offering a diverse and safe workspace free from discrimination. All applicants are considered regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and religious beliefs.

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