Chief People Officer (CPO) Greater New York City, NY Area

The Company is seeking a Chief People Officer to lead its people strategy and employee experience across a growing, multi-region organization. The role oversees talent acquisition and development, HR operations and payroll, employee relations, compensation, and performance management, while leading functional teams and partnering with senior leaders. Key priorities include building hiring and internal leadership pipelines, modernizing HR systems and workforce planning, strengthening retention, and embedding organizational values into talent practices. The Chief People Officer will also guide compensation strategy, ensure consistent employee relations practices, and use workforce data to improve organizational outcomes. Candidates should have at least 10 years of progressive HR or talent leadership experience, including five or more years in a senior role overseeing multiple HR functions. Required qualifications include working knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and multi-state payroll, strong communication and influencing skills, and a bachelor’s degree. Experience leading people functions across multiple sites or regions, in education or another mission-driven sector, and familiarity with New Jersey and Florida employment law are preferred. An advanced degree in human resources, business, organizational development, or a related field is also preferred.

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KIPP New Orleans