Capital Area Food Bank

Chief Human Resources Officer

WASHINGTON, DCPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company

  • Job overview

    The Chief Human Resources Officer at Capital Area Food Bank leads talent and culture development for a workforce of about 200 staff, driving HR strategy and fostering a cohesive, engaged culture.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The CHRO develops and executes HR strategy, oversees talent acquisition and development, manages HR operations including onboarding, employee relations, and compliance, and partners with leadership to align HR with organizational goals.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The salary range is $220K to $240K with benefits including generous PTO, medical, dental, vision plans, 3% retirement match, up to 4% profit sharing, free onsite parking, shuttle service, and professional development opportunities.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires 15+ years in HR with 7+ years in senior leadership, a bachelor's degree (master's preferred), strong strategic advising skills, experience with benefits and compensation, and ability to lead diverse teams in mission-driven organizations.

  • Career development

    The role offers professional growth through leadership of a key function, involvement in strategic initiatives, and opportunities for coaching and staff development.

  • Work environment and culture

    The company values a people-centered culture focused on innovation, learning, collaboration, equity, and employee wellness in a hybrid work environment.

  • Company information

    Capital Area Food Bank is a major hunger relief organization in the DC area delivering 60 million meals annually and addressing food security through partnerships in education, healthcare, and job training.

  • Team overview

    The CHRO leads an HR team of four and works closely with the Executive Leadership Team and staff across multiple locations.

  • Job location and travel

    Hybrid work environment based in Northeast Washington, D.C. office with some travel to Lorton, VA warehouse.

  • Unique job features

    Opportunity to shape a best-in-class HR function in a mission-driven organization with modern HR systems and a focus on data-driven strategy and culture development.

Company overview

Capital Area Food Bank is a nonprofit organization dedicated to combating hunger and its root causes in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. They distribute millions of meals annually through a network of hundreds of partner agencies, including food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters. Founded in 1980, the organization also focuses on addressing the underlying issues of food insecurity by providing nutrition education, job training, and advocacy. Revenue is generated through donations, grants, and partnerships with corporations and government entities.

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