The mission of the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is to work in partnership with communities to protect and promote the health and well-being of all Boston residents, especially those impacted by racism and systemic inequities. The BPHC sets an expectation that all staff and leadership commit, individually and as part of the BPHC team, to hold ourselves accountable to establishing a culture of anti‑racism and advance racial equity and justice through each of our bureaus, programs, and offices. Job Description The Chief People Officer (CPO) is a senior leadership position at BPHC that serves to maximize the Human Resources Office’s (HR) functional performance and delivery of services, strengthens staff skills and abilities to ensure successful programs, and supports employee well‑being. The CPO will serve as a strategic and hands‑on HR leader, who provides direct oversight of HR staff and operations, monitors and approves changes to HR processes to optimize delivery of HR services, and oversees learning and development opportunities, including those administered by the Consortium for Professional Development (CPD). The CPO is responsible for promoting a people‑centered environment and an organizational culture that thrives on innovation, diversity, equity, inclusivity, racial and social justice. The CPO reports directly to the Executive Director and works in close collaboration with BPHC’s Labor and Employment Office and the General Counsel’s Office to ensure rollout, training and implementation of BPHC policies and procedures. DUTIES Maximizing HR Performance and Delivery of HR Services Ensure HR appropriately and promptly addresses day‑to‑day operational issues including payroll, employee relations, benefits, recruitment (including employment verifications), and compensation reviews. Develop and implement HR policies and systems that enable consistent and equitable application. Implement and manage compliance efforts with employment laws and regulations that govern BPHC. Collaborate with BPHC General Counsel and Labor Master's Degree in Human Resources Management or a Master’s in Business Administration preferred. Demonstrated experience in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion within a workplace environment. Leadership experience advancing organizational policies, values, and mission. History of conceptualizing and implementing best practices and systems. Proven success in growing talent and building a high‑functioning HR team. Demonstrated knowledge of, or strong commitment to learning about, public health practice and its critical role in addressing racism, social determinants of health, and inequities in health outcomes. Additional Information City of Boston residency is required; Allston, Back Bay, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, Brighton, Charlestown, Chinatown, Dorchester, Downtown, East Boston, Fenway‑Kenmore, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan, Mid‑Dorchester, Mission Hill, North End, Roslindale, Roxbury, South Boston, South End, West End, West Roxbury, Wharf district. A Criminal Offenders Records Information request must be completed for this position. However, a record is not an automatic bar to employment but is reviewed in relation to the job applied for. Certain immunizations will be recommended and/or required prior to commencement of employment duties. Any position that requires an advanced degree will be subject to education verification. Certain positions at the BPHC may be Grant Funded. The Boston Public Health Commission is an EEO Employer and all applicants meeting the minimum requirements are eligible to apply. Certain positions at the BPHC may require Child Protective Service Background verification. The advertised shift and schedule are subject to change at the department's discretion. Shift Monday - Friday This position is partially dependent on grants / external funding sources. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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