POSITION: Chief People Officer
The New Jersey Sports & Exposition Authority is seeking a qualified full-time Chief People Officer. This person is responsible for the day-to-day personnel activities and administration functions related to Human Resources. This person will work closely with Senior Executives regarding the development of policies, programs and procedures related to employment, employee relations, benefits, payroll, pension and personnel administration. We are seeking an individual who will support & promote a positive workplace across all campuses of the NJSEA.
The Chief People Officer will oversee all NJ State benefits administration and fill the role of Supervising Certifying Officer for all pension related submissions. They will oversee all recruitment and retention efforts, creation and retention of all job descriptions for staff. This person will provide guidance, counseling and resources to all staff regarding pension and retirement related issues. The CPO coordinates internal investigations, discipline, grievances and labor relation issues and works alongside NJSEA internal legal counsel to ensure policy compliance. The person will oversee NJ State disability and unemployment claims and coordinate the Work From Home Program.
Preferred experience is 10 years in HR management and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate to all levels of staff is a must.
Salary range is $110k to $135k, but negotiable based on experience. Qualified candidates should send resumes, cover letter and salary requirements to Alexa Willbergh at awillbergh@njsea.com. Indicate Chief People Officer in subject line.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
The NJSEA is an equal opportunity employer and, in accordance with the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy or breastfeeding, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, or liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States.
We provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process, as well as in the work environment, for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please inform us as early as possible.
In accordance with N.J.S.A.52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), the “New Jersey First Act,“ all persons newly hired by the State on or after that date must reside in the State of New Jersey unless exempted under the law. If you do not reside in New Jersey, you have one year after you begin employment to relocate your principal residence to New Jersey.