Director of Human Resources

Role summary

Director of Human Resources is a role at SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH in Venice, Veneto, Italy (hybrid). Posted 2026-08-14. Salary: USD 100,000–115,000 per year. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Director of Human Resources

Company

SAFE PLACE FOR YOUTH

Location

Venice, Veneto, Italy

Work arrangement

hybrid

Category

Logistics & Warehousing

Salary

USD 100,000–115,000 per year

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-14

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Human Resources

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

SCHEDULE : Monday-Friday (8:30am-5:00pm)

LOCATION : Venice, CA, Access Center (Hybrid)

STATUS: Full-Time, 40 hrs/wk, Exempt

DRIVER POSITION: Yes [If yes, please reference driving policy]

SALARY RANGE: $100,000 - $115,000 Annually

ABOUT US:

Safe Place for Youth (SPY) is the leading service provider for youth experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in West Los Angeles. Founded in 2011, our agency offers trauma-informed, low barrier programs that support young people in exiting the streets and achieving stability. Our robust continuum of care includes street outreach, drop-in services, health and wellness programming, case management, education and employment services, and housing programs.

SPY is a unique social impact agency that values community collaboration, and a deep commitment to the wellbeing of youth. If you have the skills, passion, and collaborative spirit, join our growing team

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for managing and monitoring the following functional areas: employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, policy development and implementation, employment law compliance, payroll functions, benefits administration, leaves and terminations, performance reviews, and risk management. This position requires an extremely perceptive, flexible, and proactive person who is capable of relating to and working collaboratively with individuals at all levels within the organization.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Oversee the Human Resources (HR) department and personnel, and work closely with SPY’s external HR team to assure seamless and comprehensive HR support.

Lead performance management for all HR team members including coaching, disciplinary processes, and assurance that department goals and deadlines are met.

Implement trauma-informed organizational practices within HR and provide trauma-informed, strengths-based supervision and professional development for supervisees.

Communicate with management and employees on various human resource policies, procedures, laws, standards and other government relations.

Ensure all HR policies, procedures, and training programs are consistently administered, aligned with organizational goals and in compliance with professional and regulatory standards; monitor adherence to rules, regulations and procedures. Develop and implement new policies as needed and ensure that SPY’s employee handbook, Workplace violence Prevention Program, and any other necessary documents, are accurate and updated annually.

Assure compliance with SPY’s Illness and Injury Prevention and Workplace Violence Prevention Programs, including management training, incident report completion, tracking, and all other procedures necessary for compliance

Administer SPY’s compensation program, career pathways, and execute the performance evaluation process

Assure appropriate maintenance and auditing of employee files and job description.

Receive, manage, and guide timely and comprehensive responses to complaints and employee relations issues.

Negotiate and manage employee benefits plans, including claims resolution; support staff with benefits; communicate benefits information; and manage open enrollment.

Conduct recruitment for all positions, and temporary employees; manage internships; conduct new employee orientations; and monitor employee development and lifecycle.

Work closely with other supervisors and external HR team to assure timely and comprehensive performance management across the agency.

Manage implementation of payroll bi-weekly, ensuring accuracy, proper funding allocations, and timely disbursements of final paychecks

Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Facilitates professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.

Manage HR budget and assure appropriate stewardship of funds.

Represent the organization for any unemployment or other legal claims.

Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer on other organizational matters as needed, including strategic planning issues, budget matters, employee engagement and retention strategies, staff development and other organizational development issues.

Completes regular reporting, including monthly outcomes reporting.

Serves as the ADA and HIPAA compliance officer.

Collaborates with Operations, to assure OSHA standards are met.

Actively engage in organizational risk management, including co-leading SPY’s Safety Committee and leading the HR Safety Committee, including driving the organizational safety projects associated with those convening.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support the mission of the organization.

Requirements

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

SHRM or PHR Certification required .

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Management or related field is preferred .

Masters degree in any related field is preferred .

California Law HR Specialty Credential preferred.

4-5 years of experience coaching, training and developing talent is required .

Expertise in human resources best practices and California laws is required .

At least 2 years of experience in the California non-profit sector is preferred.

An ideal candidate would demonstrate a history of developing policies and developing programs designed for employees with lived experience of homelessness

Commitment to and passion for the mission, vision, values and culture of SPY.

Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

High level of confidentiality and integrity when dealing with sensitive matters.

Demonstrated ability to manage major projects or initiatives.

Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.

A demonstrated commitment to