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KenCrest - A Premier Employer

KenCrest is a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals with developmental disabilities and building inclusive communities. We’re seeking a skilled and people-focused Vice President of Employee Relations to lead our employee engagement and relations strategy across the organization. This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who understands the needs of operations, values data-informed decision-making, and builds trust across diverse teams.

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), you will partner with HR and operational leaders to foster a positive, equitable, and high-performing workplace culture. You’ll lead a dedicated team focused on employee experience, conflict resolution, and policy implementation that supports both staff and leadership. At KenCrest, you’ll join a purpose-driven community committed to people, progress, and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Some Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Employee Relations team across Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Delaware, including oversight of the Manager of Workers’ Compensation
• Build strong relationships with Executive Directors and department leaders to understand their goals and align HR strategies to support them
• Champion a culture of engagement, equity, and inclusion through proactive initiatives and fair, consistent HR practices
• Collaborate with HR peers in Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, Benefits, and HRIS to ensure coordinated efforts across recruitment, retention, training, and performance management
• Respond to employee concerns and workplace conflicts with thoughtful resolution strategies that support individual dignity and organizational integrity
• Use data to monitor trends, evaluate the effectiveness of programs, and drive decisions that enhance the employee experience
• Review, refine, and communicate HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency, clarity, and compliance across the agency
• Support change management and help leaders navigate transitions in ways that build trust and clarity
• Partner with Legal and Compliance teams when needed to reduce risk and ensure fair, legally sound HR practices
• Lead and support cross-functional projects to improve systems, processes, and team performance
• Ensure compensation practices are fair and consistent, including job grading, promotions, and documentation review
• Serve as a key voice in employee-related decision-making and help shape our future HR direction

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master’s degree or MBA, preferred
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in human resources, with a strong focus on employee relations and team leadership
• Demonstrated success working with operational leadership and cross-functional teams in a complex, multi-site organization
• Strong knowledge of employment law, workplace investigations, and performance management best practices
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage, influence, and build trust at all levels
• Confidence using HR systems and data analytics to inform decision-making (Workday experience a plus)
• A collaborative approach, with strong judgment, discretion, and a commitment to ethical leadership

Additional Details

• This is a full-time leadership position. Outside full-time employment is not permitted
• Hybrid work environment with regular travel to offices and community locations in PA, CT, and DE
• Some in-person presence is expected based on operational needs
• Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities

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