Vice President, Human Resources Operations - Remote

Overview

The Vice President, Human Resources Operations is the operational backbone and strategic right hand to the Chief People and Culture Officer. This leader brings deep generalist expertise across the full HR life cycle, paired with advanced knowledge in Total Rewards and positive employee relations.

 

This role leads enterprise-wide HR operations, governance, compensation, benefits, HR policy, compliance, HR technology, and operational strategy. The VP ensures HR systems, policies, rewards programs, and operational practices are people centered, equity grounded, scalable, and responsive to a complex federated environment.

 

Ideal candidates are seasoned HR leaders with executive depth in compensation and benefits, a strong employee relations philosophy, and a proven history of building trust, operational excellence, and clarity in large, multi-entity organizations.

 

YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) embraces a remote-first working environment which means most employees work remotely from a home office within the continental United States. 

In Short

• Lead enterprise HR operations strategy and execution.
• Oversee HR operational risk management and policy governance.
• Create an HR operations roadmap for consistency and efficiency.
• Serve as senior expert for Total Rewards including compensation and benefits.
• Ensure equitable compensation structures and benefits administration.
• Provide leadership for positive employee relations and conflict resolution.
• Oversee HR technology platforms and data strategy.
• Partner with the Chief People and Culture Officer on strategic initiatives.
• Mentor HR team members and strengthen leadership capabilities.
• Model collaboration and mission-driven decision making.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Total Rewards Certifications preferred.
• Significant HR leadership experience in operations and Total Rewards.
• Advanced expertise in compensation design and benefits strategy.
• Strong experience in HRIS systems and people analytics.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations is desirable.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Defined benefit and contribution plans.
• Life and disability insurances.
• Technology stipend.
• Generous paid time off.
• Remote work flexibility.