Search Success! Shelley Levy Joins Planned Parenthood as Vice President, Human Resources

Search success! Pillar Search and HR Consulting, an executive search firm that works with nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, is pleased to announce the placement of Shelley Levy as the new Vice President of Human Resources at Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley

Shelley brings extensive nonprofit human resources and leadership experience to this role. Most recently, she was the Director of Talent and Human Resources at Ednovate, a high-performing network of free public college preparatory high schools in Southern California. Prior, she was the Director of Human Resources at Uncommon Schools and Human Resources Associate at Room to ReadShelley received her undergraduate degree from University of California San Diego

About Pillar Search & HR Consulting: A woman-owned business founded in Boston in 2015, Pillar Search & HR Consulting provides executive search/recruiting and human resources consulting expertise to nonprofit and mission-driven organizations, working with senior leaders and boards of directors to hire and develop the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. To learn more, please contact Cindy Joyce at cindy@pillarsearch.com.

New Search! Senior Director of Human Resources with Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley!

Executive Search Boston

Pillar Search & HR Consulting is honored to partner with Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley on their search for the Senior Director of Human Resources. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced leader to build and lead, creating a culture to support Planned Parenthood’s mission and values, and lead strategic diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

About PPPSGV

Founded in 1933 by Pasadena residents dedicated to women’s health, PPPSGV is not only among the oldest of Planned Parenthood affiliates—they are also one of the fastest growing. Today, they see 60,000 patient visits per year and deliver over 11,000 opportunities for sex and relationship education in area schools and colleges. Their service area includes 24 communities in Northeast Los Angeles and the San Gabriel Valley, from Glendale to Glendora and from the I-10 freeway to the San Gabriel Mountains. As the area’s most trusted provider of sexual and reproductive health care, they provide a broad range of healthcare services including contraception, cancer screenings, abortion care, STI testing and treatment, HIV prevention medications, and transgender care, which is their newest healthcare initiative.

Their team is highly engaged, passionate about the mission, and hungry to learn and grow. Over the next 2-3 years, they will be expanding their education programs, rolling out new healthcare services, and opening new health centers in order to serve more people and communities across their service area. People are their #1 asset and they are shifting their culture to that of a talent-driven organization. They are also investing in their leadership to support their growth and dynamic change by providing all of their directors and leadership team members with executive coaching services.

PPPSGV’s Values

  • We tend to the team.
  • We respect and honor all people.
  • We jump in.
  • We try and we learn.
  • We care for our business.
  • We return to our mission.

 

Purpose: The Senior Director of Human Resources provides leadership in developing and executing human resources strategy and programs in support of the business plan and strategic direction of the organization. This role provides in-depth leadership of the HR function; ensures the success of the organization’s diversity, equity, and inclusion work; and oversees the agency’s administrative services functions.   DE&I is a new function, created out of the need to support PPPSGV with growth and large-scale change and to actualize our Strategic Plan initiative to Advance a Culture of Reproductive Justice and Gender Equity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide leadership and strategy, as well as design and implementation, to all HR programs, including employment management (leaves, unemployment, workers compensation, etc.), talent acquisition and talent management, onboarding, learning and development, engagement and retention, benefits, compensation, employee relations, HRIS, and shared services.
  • Ensure PPPSGV is a talent-driven organization equipped to attract, engage, and retain a high quality, diverse workforce to carry out mission and business objectives.
  • Oversee a competitive and cost-effective benefits program that is a recruitment asset and helps drive retention.
  • Manage a compensation plan that is equitable, responsive to business objectives, market-driven, transparent, and sustainable.
  • Champion and steward the Planned Parenthood Experience (PPX) programs, including In This Together values and service standards. Ensure engagement programs are vibrant and responsive to workforce trends and themes, and equip managers to take ownership and accountability for engagement and retention of their teams.
  • Ensure PPPSGV’s training and development programs equip staff to meet the technical demands of their jobs, create career development pathways, drive a culture of Excellence in Leadership, and support a cohort of continuously learning leaders.
  • Ensure that the outsourced talent acquisition program is responsive to workforce trends, has clear and effective processes, and delivers on metrics and goals to recruit high-level qualified staff.
  • Oversee employee relations practices that balance manager support and employee advocacy, advising managers in resolving and anticipating complex issues and questions in a fair and equitable manner compliant with PPPSGV values, legal regulations, and general business practices.
  • Oversee the performance management program, and ensure managers have appropriate guidance on documentation, coaching, and performance improvement plans.
  • Consult with, provide feedback, and be a direct resource to the CEO for staffing and employment matters, and serve as a strategic business partner to senior leadership regarding key organizational and staffing issues.
  • Cultivate and lead a talented, service-driven, and resourceful HR team that models leadership at all levels and sets the tone for organizational values and culture.
  • Lead, oversee, or act as a key partner to the affiliate’s diversity, equity, and inclusion program.
  • Advance a culture of inclusion, where diversity is valued, great ideas are recognized, and the fair and respectful treatment of all persons is a core value.
  • Identify when to access, and serve as the HR point of contact for, legal counsel and the Compliance Office as related to employment or HR-related compliance issues.
  • Carry out the investigation of all claims of discrimination or harassment.
  • Stay abreast of and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies and State and Federal law related to HR personnel policies, procedures, record keeping, and activities; ensure managers are informed of and competent in all relevant HR compliance requirements.
  • Ensure employee information, records, and documentation are accurate, complete, and up to date, and that storage systems are user friendly, efficient, and protective of sensitive and confidential information.
  • Implement and adhere to the HR department budget and work plan; ensure organizational staffing and benefits budgets align with established staffing models and the compensation and benefits strategies.
  • Champion optimization, measurement, and efficiency, and ensure strategic and financial rigor within the HR department.
  • Oversee the agency’s Administrative Services function, including the following:
    • The Safety and Security program, managed by the Compliance and Security Manager.
    • The Risk and Quality Management program, under the responsibility of the Compliance Officer and managed by the Compliance and Security Manager.
    • Legal services, carried out by the General Counsel and various contracted service providers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:   ·Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

·Master’s degree with emphasis on Human Resources Management, Business, or related area preferred.

·SHRM-CP/PHR certification preferred.

 
Experience: · 8+ years of work experience in all aspects of Human Resources as well as general Business Management

·5+ years of experience in leading and developing HR professionals

·Strong knowledge and demonstrated experience with HR Generalist, Talent Acquisition/Planning, Learning and Development, Employee Relations, and Diversity & Inclusion functions

·Extensive knowledge of employment and labor law required

·Experience in healthcare preferred; experience in a nonprofit strongly preferred

·Experience overseeing risk management, legal, and/or security functions preferred

Other: ·Ability to anticipate future consequences and trends accurately, and analytic ability to interpret data and situations and make effective decisions

·Inspiring, empowering, and decisive leadership style with superior communication skills and high credibility

·Proven developer of people, mentor and coach with the capability of recruiting, managing, and motivating strong teams

·Outstanding moral character and commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism

·Comfortable delegating as well as executing and implementing, ability to transition effectively between zoomed-in and zoomed-out work

·Sense of urgency and ability to perform within challenging or ambiguous situations

·Ability to build trust and relationships with broad and diverse audiences

·Demonstrated follow through, direct communication, and collaboration skills

·Ability to persuade and influence, build enthusiasm and commitment, and drive change with passion and conviction

·Excellent project management skills including systems thinking, accountability, risk management, and decision making

·Passion for and commitment to PPPSGV’s mission and In This Together values

 

CONTACT RESPONSIBILITY

Internal: All staff and independent contractors regarding Human Resources program, Security, Compliance and Administration related matters. Leadership Team and affiliate managers regarding HR internal communications, change management, and culture building.
External: Other affiliates, vendors, candidates for employment and the general public.   Board of Directors, donors, volunteers and supporters.

For Immediate Consideration:

Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley has partnered with Cindy Joyce of Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the search for its new Senior Director of Human Resources. Qualified individuals, please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter to cindy@pillarsearch.com.

Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley and Pillar Search & HR Consulting believe that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success. PPPSGV and Pillar do not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, or ideology.

New Search! Chief Financial Officer for Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley

Executive Search Boston

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Pillar Search & HR Consulting is honored to partner with Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley on their search for the Chief Financial Officer. This is an ideal role for a proven financial executive leader with experience in health care and/or nonprofit settings.

About Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley

Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley’s team is driven, results-oriented, fast-paced, and poised to expand and grow. Over the next 2-3 years, they will be expanding their education programs, rolling out new healthcare services, and opening new health centers in order to serve more people and communities across their service area. As their organization grows and becomes more complex, they are elevating their attention to their business results, their data and analytical capabilities, and their organizational sustainability. People are their #1 asset and they are shifting their culture to that of a talent-driven organization. They are also investing in their leadership to support their growth and dynamic change by providing all of their directors and leadership team members with executive coaching services.

For more information about the organization, please visit: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-pasadena-san-gabriel-valley.

Position Summary

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) serving the Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley affiliate will have responsibilities in budgeting, cost analysis, cost management and revenue forecasting. This strategic role requires oversight of staff, collaborating well with peers and colleagues within the organization, and requires a strong level of strategic decision-making ability. The winning candidate should demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence and high standards of execution along with contemporary approaches to leading teams that are adept at handling controversy and conflict. Candidates should also prove effectiveness in remaining calm under pressure internally, while demonstrating diplomatic interface with members of the public when challenged by those who may disagree with the mission, vision, and values of Planned Parenthood.

The candidate should have a grasp of the changing healthcare environment, sensitivity to the interface of political impacts on the business, scalable systems deployment when necessary, billing and payroll, compliance, labor laws, retirement plan administration, and the integration and growth of new services, including mental health services. Candidates should prove effectiveness working in partnership with a well-coordinated leadership team to support emerging business strategies. Previous experience should include real estate expansions, working with purchasing, leasing, and property management in general, as well as handling organizational growth and the financial impacts of expanding services, staff, and premises.

Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley is seeking an experienced, full time financial executive with a strong background in healthcare.

Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business or equivalent experience
    • Master’s degree preferred
    • CPA certification strongly preferred
    • Minimum 10-years’ experience managing financial systems in health care and/or non-profit settings
    • 5 – 7 years demonstrated leadership at the senior management level
    • Demonstrated experience as a business partner understanding the changing healthcare environment and working in partnership to support emerging business strategies
    • Experience in budgeting, cost analysis, cost management and revenue forecasting
    • Experience supervising staff with respect and diplomacy, while acting as part of a strategic decision-making team
    • Experience preparing, reviewing, understanding, analyzing and executing details of contracts
    • Demonstrated success managing revenue, effectively planning, and maintaining effective systems of internal control
    • Experience in 3rd party reimbursement mechanisms
    • Proficiency with electronic practice management and electronic health records preferred, including ability to run reports and extract data from analysis
    • Strong software proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook and financial database software required

Competitive Compensation & Generous Benefits

    • Medical, dental, and vision options for you and eligible dependents
    • Free basic life/AD & D policy with additional coverage options
    • 401 (k) plan with employer match after one year
    • Flexible Spending account
    • Optional AFLAC coverage
    • Generous vacation and paid holiday benefits
    • Free medical services for employees
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Free parking
    • Monthly office celebrations
    • Holiday celebrations
    • Language differential opportunities
    • Pet friendly work environment

Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley has partnered with Cindy Joyce of Pillar Search & HR Consulting on the search for its new CFO. Qualified individuals, please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter to cindy@pillarsearch.com.

Planned Parenthood Pasadena and San Gabriel Valley and Pillar Search believe that diversity in all dimensions of the organization supports and bolsters the innovative thinking essential to its success. PPPSGV and Pillar do not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, religion, political affiliation, or ideology.

Note: Candidates selected for an interview will be provided with additional job and organization details.

Hire the best! Pillar Search & HR Consulting is a woman-owned human resources consulting and executive search firm, working with nonprofit clients to find the very best talent across all functional areas of the organization. For more information, please contact Pillar’s CEO, Cindy Joyce at cindy@pillarsearch.com.