ABOUT ORGANIZATION
The North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLACRC) is a nonprofit organization funded by the California Department of Developmental Services that supports individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in the San Fernando, Santa Clarita, and Antelope Valleys. NLACRC helps individuals access and coordinate services such as assessments, early intervention, individualized planning, family support, advocacy, community resources, and other programs designed to promote independence, inclusion, and quality of life.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting directly to the Executive Director, the Chief People Officer (CPO) serves as a key member of North Los Angeles County Regional Center’s (NLACRC) executive leadership team, providing strategic direction and oversight of all human resources functions. A collaborative and experienced leader, the CPO will bring a strong commitment to NLACRC’s mission of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who can navigate complex organizational needs, build strong relationships, and align HR initiatives with NLACRC’s long-term goals.
Overseeing a13-member Human Resources Department, the CPO is responsible for leading recruitment, employee engagement, labor relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience leading HR operations within a large, complex organization, with expertise in employment law, union negotiations, workforce planning, and organizational development. This role requires a seasoned professional who can advise executive leadership and strengthen HR practices to support NLACRC’s continued growth and mission impact.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Organizational Leadership and Strategy
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Human Resources Department, ensuring alignment with NLACRC’s mission, values, and organizational priorities.
Develop and implement short- and long-term HR strategies, policies, and initiatives that support organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and workforce development.
Lead, mentor, and manage 13 staff, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing department with clear expectations and accountability.
Develop and implement pathways for professional development and clear avenues for growth within the HR Department.
Partner with the Executive Director and senior leadership to advise on organizational planning, workforce challenges, and strategic HR decisions.
Serve as a representative of executive leadership at monthly Board of Trustees meetings and provide support to designated Board committees.
Talent Management and Employee Relations
Develop and oversee comprehensive recruitment, selection, retention, and succession planning strategies to attract and retain qualified professionals.
Lead employee engagement, performance management, and professional development initiatives to strengthen workplace culture and organizational effectiveness.
Provide guidance to executive leadership on complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, terminations, conflict resolution, and performance concerns.
Oversee labor relations, including union negotiations, collective bargaining agreements, grievance procedures, and labor-management meetings.
Compliance, Risk Management, and Labor Relations
Ensure organizational compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Oversee employee complaints, whistleblower investigations, and conflict-of-interest reporting and resolution.
Collaborate with legal counsel and executive leadership on sensitive employment matters, labor disputes, and regulatory compliance issues.
Develop, review, and implement HR policies and procedures that promote organizational accountability,…