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About the Role

The Director of Human Resources will serve as the senior leader responsible for the strategic direction, legal compliance, and operational excellence of all human resources functions for a multiemployer benefit funds organization serving union members and participating employers. The role requires deep knowledge of HR technical operations, employment law compliance, compensation strategy, and process improvement in complex regulatory environments.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with organizational objectives and fiduciary responsibilities.
Serve as the principal advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational structure, and talent strategy.
Present HR initiatives, workforce data, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.
Lead modernization initiatives to improve HR systems, processes, and data analytics.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
Work closely with legal counsel on employment matters.
Oversee internal investigations, grievance procedures, and disciplinary actions.
Maintain legally compliant employee policies, procedures, and handbooks.
Design and maintain equitable and competitive compensation structures.
Conduct periodic salary benchmarking against comparable organizations.
Provide salary analysis and compensation recommendations to leadership and the Board of Trustees.
Administer performance evaluation and merit increase programs.
Evaluate internal pay equity and recommend corrective actions.
Lead HR operational process improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and data-driven decision-making.
Implement modern HRIS systems and improve HR reporting capabilities.
Standardize HR procedures and documentation across departments.
Develop key HR metrics and performance indicators.
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies.
Develop employee training and professional development programs.
Implement succession planning initiatives for key organizational roles.
Foster a professional and collaborative workplace culture.
Manage employee relations matters including conflict resolution and investigations.
Provide guidance to managers on performance management and disciplinary procedures.
Promote fair, consistent, and legally compliant personnel practices.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
Master’s degree preferred (HR Management, Labor Relations, MBA, or related discipline).
Minimum 5 years of progressive human resources experience, including senior leadership roles.
Demonstrated expertise in employment law compliance.
Demonstrated expertise in HR process improvement.
Demonstrated expertise in compensation analysis and salary benchmarking.
Demonstrated expertise in organizational policy development.
Strong knowledge of HRIS systems and HR analytics.
Advanced understanding of compensation design and benchmarking methodologies.
Ability to develop policies consistent with regulatory requirements and fiduciary standards.
Strategic thinking and organizational leadership.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
High degree of discretion and professional judgment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Skills

HRIS systems
HR analytics
Compensation design
Benchmarking methodologies
Policy development
Strategic thinking
Organizational leadership
Written communication
Verbal communication
Discretion
Professional judgment
Analytical skills
Problem-solving

Location

New York metropolitan area

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior leadership roles
Minimum 5 years of progressive human resources experience

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$175,000 - $200,000

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Health Benefits
Employer-Funded Annuity (Retirement Plan) – 10% of compensation
Paid Time Off
Professional Development Support
CEBS and continuing education programs

About the Company

The New York City District Council of Carpenters Benefit Funds (NYCDCCBF) administers a comprehensive portfolio of benefit programs—including pension, health, annuity, and training—for thousands of union members and their families across the New York metropolitan area.
The Funds are committed to delivering high-quality, efficient, and secure services to participants while maintaining strong fiduciary oversight and operational excellence.
Technology plays a critical role in supporting these objectives—from member services and claims processing to financial systems, compliance, and reporting.