Chief Human Resources Officer

Chief Human Resources Officer <p></p> New York City Employees' Retirement System <p></p> New York City, New York, United States <p></p>(On-Site)<p></p> Spotlight <p></p> Preferred <p></p> Posted 10 days ago <p></p> Job Type <p></p> Full-Time <p></p> Salary <p></p>$180,000.00 - $215,000.00<p></p> Industry <p></p> Human Resources/Staffing <p></p> Salary - Type <p></p> Yearly Salary <p></p> Job Function <p></p> Other <p></p> Organization Type/Size <p></p> Organization - Other <p></p> AI Summary &amp; Insights <p></p> Description <p></p> The New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS) was founded by the New <p></p> York State Legislature in 1920 with 13,331 members. Today, NYCERS has grown into <p></p> one of the largest municipal public employee retirement systems in the United States <p></p> with more than 430,000 active/vested members, retirees and beneficiaries. NYCERS is <p></p> a defined benefit retirement plan and a cost-sharing, multiple employer public employee <p></p> retirement system. We are looking for individuals with passion, dedication and <p></p> commitment to excellence and innovation who are interested in adding to our dynamic <p></p> and collaborative work environment. Working for the City of New York, you will receive <p></p> excellent benefits, including healthcare, vision benefits, dental benefits, as well as the <p></p> opportunity to participate in the City's retirement plan. NYCERS offers a hybrid work <p></p> environment with partial onsite work and partial telework. <p></p> About the Organization <p></p> We are an organization at an exciting moment of transformation and growth. With a <p></p> renewed focus on operational excellence, innovation, and people-centered leadership, <p></p> we are strengthening the foundation that supports our workforce and the communities we <p></p> serve. The CHRO will build a workplace where every employee feels valued, empowered, <p></p> and inspired to contribute their best because we believe that when people thrive, the <p></p> organization thrives. As we modernize our systems, invest in leadership development, <p></p> and deepen our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, we are seeking <p></p> an exceptional Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to help lead the next chapter of <p></p> our organizational evolution. This is a unique opportunity to shape strategy, elevate the <p></p> employee experience, and drive meaningful cultural impact across all levels of the <p></p> organization. <p></p> Position Overview <p></p> The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) will serve as the senior strategic leader <p></p> overseeing all aspects of Human Resources. Reports directly to the ED and serves as a <p></p> member of the Executive Leadership Team and Strategic Governance Council, the <p></p> CHRO will partner with organizational leaders to design and implement forward-thinking <p></p> HR strategies that support a high-performing, mission-aligned, and people-focused <p></p> organization. The ideal candidate is a seasoned HR executive who brings vision, <p></p> operational discipline, and the ability to lead with empathy, innovation, and integrity. The <p></p> CHRO leads a team of 18 professionals, including Human Resources and Learning &amp; <p></p> Development staff. <p></p> Why This Role Matters <p></p> Joining NYCERS as CHRO means becoming a key architect of the organization's future. <p></p> This is an opportunity to build a modern HR organization, influence executive decision <p></p> making, shape organizational culture, and leave a lasting legacy by developing the next <p></p> generation of public service leaders. You will shape how we support, develop, and <p></p> empower our employees, ensuring that we continue to attract exceptional talent and <p></p> cultivate a workplace where every employee can grow and succeed. Your leadership will <p></p> have a lasting impact on the organization, our workforce, and the members, retirees, and <p></p> beneficiaries we have the privilege to serve. <p></p> Key Responsibilities <p></p> Execute a comprehensive HR People strategy aligned with the organization's long <p></p> term goals <p></p> Serves as the organization's senior HR executive with authority over HR strategy, <p></p> policy development, and organizational workforce planning. <p></p> Oversee HR operations including Talent Acquisition, Labor Relations, Employee <p></p> and Labor Engagement, Benefits, Compensation, HR Technology, Learning &amp; <p></p> Development, Performance Management and HR Compliance. <p></p> Foster a culture of trust, accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement <p></p> Oversee enterprise-wide leadership development, talent management initiatives to <p></p> strengthen succession planning <p></p> Partner with executives to anticipate workforce needs and drive organizational <p></p> change <p></p> Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and labor <p></p> contracts <p></p> Partner with DEIB Committee to champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and <p></p> belonging efforts across the organization <p></p> Modernize HR systems, processes, and data reporting to improve organizational <p></p> transparency and efficiency <p></p> Serves as a trusted advisor to executive and division leadership, managers, and <p></p> employees <p></p> Lead and mentor the HR team, ensuring professional growth and operational <p></p> excellence <p></p> Preferred Skills and Experience: <p></p> Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business <p></p> Administration, Public Administration, or a related field <p></p>10+ years of progressively responsible HR leadership experience, including at <p></p> least 5 years at a senior or executive level <p></p> Demonstrated expertise overseeing complex HR functions in a mid-to-large <p></p> organization <p></p> Experience leading HR transformation, organizational development, or large-scale <p></p> change initiatives <p></p> Deep knowledge of employment rules and regulations, labor relations, HR <p></p> compliance, and workforce policies <p></p> Proven success building and leading high-performing teams <p></p> Strong skills in strategy development, communication, and executive-level <p></p> influence <p></p> Ability to establish trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders <p></p> Experience in government, public sector, nonprofit, or unionized environments <p></p> Track record implementing modern HR technology or analytics solutions <p></p> Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging <p></p> Experience supporting large, distributed, or hybrid workforces <p></p> Background in improving employee engagement and workplace culture <p></p> SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior HR certification <p></p> Executive Competencies <p></p> Strategic thinker <p></p> Collaborative leader <p></p> Trusted advisor <p></p> Courageous decision-maker <p></p> Exceptional communicator <p></p> Change leader <p></p> High emotional intelligence <p></p> Requirements <p></p> Minimum Qualification Requirements <p></p> A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, <p></p> business or public administration, auditing, statistics, mathematics, actuarial <p></p> science, data analysis, information technology, information security, <p></p> communications, project management, management science, operations <p></p> research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, psychology, sociology, <p></p> human resources, political science, urban studies, public relations, or a related <p></p> field, or a juris doctor degree from an accredited law school, and four years of <p></p> satisfactory full-time experience implementing the provisions of a retirement plan, <p></p> or four years of satisfactory full-time experience in a related field that would support <p></p> the work of implementing the provisions of a retirement plan. 18 months of this <p></p> experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative, or <p></p> supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing <p></p> professional work in the areas described above; or <p></p> A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and five years of <p></p> professional experience in the areas described in "1" above, including the 18 <p></p> months of executive, managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience, as <p></p> described in "1" above. <p></p> A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However, all <p></p> candidates must possess at least 18 months of executive, managerial, <p></p> administrative, or supervisory experience, as described in "1" above and have high <p></p> school graduation or evidence of having passed an examination for a high school <p></p> equivalency diploma. <p></p> Note: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the <p></p>55-a Program. Please indicate on your resume or cover letter if you would like to be <p></p> considered for the position under the 55-a Program. <p></p> Note: The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to <p></p> recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free <p></p> from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected <p></p> characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, <p></p> national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, <p></p> or pregnancy. <p></p> New York City residency is required <p></p> NYCERS is an equal opportunity employer <p></p> Internal candidates must have been rated satisfactory or better on their last annual <p></p> evaluation. <p></p> To apply for consideration, please forward a cover letter indicating posting number 00926-0041 and a copy of a current resume to: cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID#: 785337 <p></p> Job ID: 85111533<p></p> New York City Employees' Retirement System