Associate Executive Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development

The Company is seeking an experienced, strategic executive to lead its Human Resources and Staff Training functions while advancing leadership development and succession planning. The role provides executive oversight, sets strategic direction, and promotes accountability and continuous improvement across both functions. Responsibilities include guiding workforce planning, recruitment and retention, employee relations, performance management, compensation practices, compliance, HR systems, and staff training. The executive will advise senior leadership on workforce and organizational matters, partner with leadership to assess future needs and develop succession plans, and support organizational effectiveness and change initiatives. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred. A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible HR leadership experience, including significant senior management or executive responsibility, is required. Applicants should bring experience leading complex HR functions through department leaders, strong knowledge of employment law and workforce management, and expertise in leadership development, talent assessment, succession planning, or organizational development. Strong business acumen, sound judgment, and excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills are essential; SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or a related certification is preferred.