Human Resource Director, Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) seeks an experienced Human Resource (HR) Director to oversee all aspects of human resources, including workforce planning, employee relations, talent acquisition, and professional development. As a key member of senior leadership, you will shape HR policy, advise executives, and drive initiatives that foster organizational excellence. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for building strong teams and positive workplace culture, apply to join the PHRC as the HR Director.

The HR Director for the PHRC serves as a strategic leader responsible for directing all human resource operations and initiatives. This role develops and implements HR policies, oversees personnel and position management, and ensures compliance with state regulations. As a key advisor to senior leadership, the HR Director provides guidance on organizational design, staffing strategies, and complement management while aligning HR objectives with the agency's Strategic Business Plan.

In addition to managing talent acquisition activities to hire for positions, the HR Director leads employee relations efforts, interprets contract language, and acts as the agency's spokesperson on sensitive union matters. The position also drives workforce development through succession planning, training programs, and professional development initiatives. Other responsibilities include managing HR programs such as onboarding, performance management, workplace safety, ADA and FMLA compliance, and employee recognition, as well as preparing the HR budget and benchmarking best practices.

This role requires strong leadership and strategic vision to foster positive employee relations, support agency goals, and ensure operational excellence. The HR Director represents PHRC in hearings related to employee issues and plays a critical role in shaping a workplace culture that values equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. After the completion of the probationary period the incumbent will have the ability to telework, three days in office, two days per week from home telework. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of experience as a Human Resource Analyst 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience as a Field Human Resource Officer 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of professional analytical experience including three years of professional human resource experience, and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.