Job Type

Full-time

Description

Are you a passionate HR leader ready to make a real impact? The YMCA of Central Florida is looking for an experienced professional to elevate our Human Resources team and help drive meaningful change. Join an organization that transforms lives every day and plays a vital role in strengthening our Central Florida community!

Position Summary

The Director of Human Resources is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing critical HR functions across the YMCA of Central Florida's Association. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role will support compliance, systems optimization, policy management, employee relations, and training execution, all while embracing a culture of equity, belonging, and continuous improvement. This role balances strategic planning with hands-on execution in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

This role requires a strong analytical mindset, the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity, and the patience to work within an evolving organizational landscape. The ideal candidate brings a balance of data-informed decision making, excellent communication, and the ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and flexibility.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. We are the Y .

Job Responsibilities

Develop, direct and lead the day-to-day Human Resources operations for the organization and align it to support the overall goals and ensure compliance. Oversee the Association's HRIS (Paylocity), ensuring data accuracy, system optimization, and effective integration of HR processes across the employee lifecycle. Lead training initiatives, leveraging available resources to enhance employee skills at all levels, promote professional development, and foster a culture of learning within the organization. Identify, track and address training needs, creation of training tools, and proactively support change management initiatives. Design, maintain, and interpret key HR dashboards and reports that inform workforce strategy and compliance. Analyze trends and share actionable insights with leadership. Manage and audit HR processes such as employment status changes, wage and salary administration, PTO, and HR metrics to ensure consistency and meeting reporting requirements. Recommends and initiates changes to enhance and improve HR operations and processes. Design, maintain, and interpret HR policies, procedures, SOP's, and programs. This includes planning, leading, developing, and implementing policies, processes and job descriptions to support the human resources department and organization needs. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, maintaining accurate documentation and audit readiness. Lead regular policy and handbook reviews. Serve as a Tier II resource for complex employee relations matters, offering coaching to leaders and handling escalated concerns with discretion and consistency. Employ best practices in systems and leverage HRIS technology to support effective human resources management. Identify and implement cost and time saving efficiencies within budget. Develop and execute internal HR communications that promote understanding, engagement, and transparency across the organization. Promote a positive work environment and implement strategies to enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, growth and retention. Assist with the salary administration/Management of Wage Plan Participation and support with committee work; attending meetings with leaders, team members and supporting the YMCA in pursuit of our mission and organization's goals. All other duties assigned by Management. Requirements Bachelor's degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. Master's degree or HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred Minimum 5 years of progressive human resource management experience including direct oversight of HR systems, policy compliance, employee relations, and training. Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practices, and HRIS platforms (preferably Paylocity)A strong work ethic with well-developed professional interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence. Experience managing or supporting organizational change in a complex, multi-location environment. Non-profit HR experience, preferred. Demonstrated ability to design and interpret reports and dashboards to guide decisions Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practices, and HRIS platforms (preferably Paylocity) Comfort functioning in dynamic, evolving settings with multiple priorities Microsoft Office proficiency required; Excel savvy and HR report creation skills is essential. Demonstrated proactive behavior with the ability to perform annual market analysis relative HR and Talent trends. Comfort functioning in dynamic, evolving settings with multiple priorities Work Environment & Physical Demands Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays as needed. Must be willing to travel within Central Florida. Must have a valid Driver license. The employee is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles. The physical activities of this position include: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions. Talking is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, with or without correction. Required to sit or stand for extended periods of time while demonstrating manual dexterity in order to accurately work on the phone, computer keyboard, and other equipment. The employee must be able to perform light work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The employee is required to have close visual acuity, along with the visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned, preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer screen, extensive reading, or to make general observations of facilities or structures. Must possess auditory and verbal capabilities in order to adequately communicate via phone and in person. The employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Disclaimers Must complete successful background screening, which includes criminal and employment verification. Some positions may additionally require a successful credit check screening. All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA promotes an equal employment opportunity work place which includes reasonable accommodation of otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please see your manager should you have any questions about this policy or these job duties. This job description may not be all-inclusive and employees are expected to perform all other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.