Salary Grade: 19

Exempt

JOB TITLE:  Chief Human Resources Officer

REPORTS TO:  President/CEO 

DEPARTMENT:  Human Resources  

Position Summary:  Under the direction of the President/CEO, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) directs all human resources functions of the bank.  Develops and implement strategies in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the bank, specifically in the areas of succession planning, talent management, change management, organizational and performance management, training and development, and compensation.  Ensures payroll and benefit administration and related functions comply with state, federal and bank guidelines. As a senior officer and member of the Bank’s Management Committee, participates in general bank management activities.  

 Responsibilities: 

• Establish and implement HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the Bank’s mission and strategic vision.
• Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operations objectives.
• Function as a strategic business advisor to the senior managers of each business area regarding key organizational and management issues.
• Work with the CEO and senior management team to establish a sound plan of management succession that corresponds to the strategy and objectives of the company. 
• Develop comprehensive recruiting and retention plans to meet the human capital needs. 
• Provide leadership by articulating HR needs, strategies, and progress reports to the senior management team and board of directors.  
• Develop and implement comprehensive compensation, incentive and benefit plans that are competitive and cost-effective.

• Direct human resources functions of the bank including: payroll, benefits, staffing, employee relations, compensation, compliance and other related human resource-related activities
• Ensure that all procedures comply with state and federal legislation and bank policies.
• Provide support to department managers and branches to enforce implementation and compliance with Human Resources policies and practices.  Provide counsel and intervention to employees.  
• Serve as plan administrator for all benefit plans. Supervise the processing of new and terminated employees.  Ensure that bank plans are current, meet the needs and goals of the bank, are cost effective, and compliant. Provide support services to participating staff members.  Monitor and make recommendations for renewals and alternative benefit programs.  
• Responsible for budget development and variance reporting for salaries, benefits, and other HR-related expenses.

• Develop and maintain network of human resource and personnel contacts to generate ongoing information regarding staffing, benefits, policies, and related data, ensuring bank’s efforts to maintain employment standards.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or significant career experience in human resources, preferably at an executive level and in a banking environment
• SHRM Senior Certified Professional designation a plus
• Proven knowledge of plan documents, operations and administration of employee benefit plans
• Familiarity with general banking procedures, policies and regulations, and knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of compliance issues, restrictions and requirements

Physical Demands/Conditions Requirements:

            General office environment

            Some travel

Equipment Used:

General office equipment and computer.