HR Director

About Us

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond, our mission is to fuel the boundless potential in young people to ensure they are life and career-ready. BGCMR has six strategically located Clubs in four neighborhoods and a state-of-the-art Teen & Community Center. Each Club is deeply connected to its surrounding community, focusing on providing specific skills programs and support that best suit members while meeting the goal of life-readiness. BGCMR is a proud member of the national Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) network.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a strategic HR Director to lead our human resources function during an exciting period of organizational growth and transformation. This role goes beyond traditional HR administration—you'll serve as a true strategic partner to our CEO and leadership team, shaping the employee experience and building HR infrastructure that supports our mission.

You'll inherit a strong foundation, including documented processes, an HR operations manual, a newly designed performance management system, and a Paychex automation roadmap. You'll also have access to strategic consulting support as you transition into the role.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary HR leader, providing guidance to leadership and staff on all people-related matters
• Own and optimize our Paychex HRIS, leveraging automation to drive efficiency
• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Administer compensation and benefits programs aligned with our compensation philosophy
• Facilitate performance management conversations and coach managers on feedback and goal-setting
• Lead staff training initiatives, including new hire training, annual compliance training, and ongoing development for managers and frontline staff
• Support culture-building and employee engagement efforts to strengthen retention and alignment with organizational values
• Partner with Safety leadership to ensure all HR-related child safety requirements are met, including background checks and documentation audits
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Partner with leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals
• Maintain and evolve HR policies, procedures, and documentation
• Support employee relations, including addressing concerns and facilitating resolution

What You Bring

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in an HR leadership or generalist role
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred
• Experience with HRIS platforms (Paychex experience a plus)
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR compliance
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Passion for mission-driven work and serving the community

Why Join Us?

• Make a direct impact on the lives of young people in our community
• Join a collaborative, mission-focused team
• Step into a role with strong infrastructure and strategic support already in place
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience & Background

• 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, ideally with time spent as a sole HR practitioner or in a small HR team where they owned multiple functions
• Nonprofit, education, or youth services experience is a strong plus—these candidates will understand the nuances of mission-driven work, grant-funded positions, and the compliance requirements that come with serving minors
• Background in organizations of similar size (50–150 employees) with a mix of full-time, part-time, and seasonal staff

Key Competencies to Prioritize

• Self-direction and resourcefulness: They'll need to figure things out independently and won't have a large team to lean on
• HRIS proficiency: Someone who sees technology as a tool to create efficiency, not just a system to maintain—Paychex experience is ideal, but any candidate who has led an HRIS optimization or implementation will adapt quickly
• Compliance orientation: Youth-serving organizations carry additional requirements around background checks, child safety policies, and employment eligibility—experience navigating these is valuable
• Employee relations strength: In a department of one, this person will be the go-to for managers and staff on sensitive issues and needs to handle them with discretion and confidence
• Strategic mindset with tactical comfort: They should be able to contribute to leadership discussions about workforce planning and culture while also processing payroll changes and updating the handbook

Cultural Fit Considerations

• Genuine passion for the mission—candidates who connect with youth development and community impact will thrive
• Comfort with a lean, scrappy environment where perfection isn't always possible but progress matters
• Collaborative spirit—this person will partner closely with you, Sean, and site leaders
• Flexibility to adapt as the organization evolves

Salary $80,000

Hours:

• This is a full-time, exempt salaried position, M-F. Average 40 hours per week

To Apply

• Email your resume and cover letter to hr@bgcmr.org. Specify “HR Director” in the subject line of the email. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• BGCMR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. BGCMR recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person