Senior Manager, People and Culture

Job DetailsJob Location: 3301 BUCKEYE ROAD SUITE 700 - ATLANTA, GA 30341Position Type: Full TimeInCommunity is committed to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live safe, healthy and joyful lives in their communities.  We offer a culture of integrity, service, and respect for the dignity of every individual. All employees, including the People & Culture, Director, are expected to model and promote the organization’s mission and values in every aspect of their work. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Strategy Partner with the CHRO and executive team to align People & Culture strategies with organizational goals. Lead a team of People & Culture professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure operational excellence. Monitor workforce metrics and trends to recommend improvements in recruitment, retention, and engagement. Employee Relations & Engagement Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, providing guidance on performance, conflict resolution, and workplace culture. Lead initiatives to strengthen employee engagement, recognition, and overall workplace satisfaction. Ensure fair and consistent application of policies, procedures, and practices. Talent Acquisition & Development Oversee recruitment strategies to attract and retain qualified talent across all levels of the organization. Support the development of training and professional growth opportunities for staff and leadership. Partner with managers to build clear career paths and succession planning processes. Compliance & Policy Management Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures in alignment with best practices. Support audits, accreditation, and licensing requirements. Compensation & Benefits Partner with CHRO and Finance to manage compensation structures and benefits programs that are competitive and sustainable. Educate employees on benefits and resources available to support their well-being. Other Duties Supports organization-wide events, volunteer initiatives, and special projects as needed. Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned by the CEO. Experience & Skills Education/Certification Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required and/or equivalency Masters degree, a plus. Experience 6-8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 3 years in a director-level role. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices. Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices. Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, or IDD/disability services preferred. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification a plus. Work Environment & Physical Demands Office environment with regular travel to program locations Physical requirements include standing, walking, reaching, and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Travel Required Occasional travel may be required for events, community meetings, or site visits. QualificationsExperience & Skills Education/Certification Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required and/or equivalency Masters degree, a plus. Experience 6-8+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 3 years in a director-level role. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices. Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices. Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, or IDD/disability services preferred. SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification a plus. Core Competencies, Values or Attributes These core competencies describe the skills and behaviors we expect of everyone at InCommunity. They help us create a strong, respectful, and inclusive workplace where people feel valued and supported. Person Centered Support- The ability to understand and commit to established guidelines that assists in listing individual’s needs, preferences and goals in the order of importance and involving them in all decision-making processes. Health, Wellness & Safety - The ability to understand and ensure appropriate support for the health, wellness and safety of individuals, including emergency preparedness and incident reporting. The ability to ensure independence, decision-making and self-advocacy. Advocacy and Community Inclusion - The ability to advocate for individuals with IDD, promoting their rights and facilitating their inclusion and participation in community life. The ability to support individuals based on their own needs, goals and choices. Cultural Awareness and Responsiveness - The ability to ensure services and support are culturally appropriate and respectful of the unique characteristics and backgrounds of the individuals receiving services and staff providing support. Knowledge of Intellectual and Developmental Disability Services & Regulations - The ability to understand federal and state regulations governing IDD programs and services.  This includes best practices and behavior management techniques. Problem-Solving & Decision Making - The ability to identify challenges, analyze information, and make sound decisions involving individual care, service delivery and staff supervision. Promoting Professionalism and Ethical Practice - The ability to exhibit self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy and respect for diversity. Communication and Interpersonal Skills - The ability to build relationships and possess strong communication skills with staff, individuals, families and other stakeholders.  This includes active listening and adapting communication styles to diverse needs.  POSITION SPECIFIC COMPETENCY: Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen – Align HR strategy with organizational mission, financial incite, operational planning. Change Management & Organizational Development – Lead transformation, build resilience, foster continuous improvement. Data-Driven Decision Making – Use analytics and metrics to drive HR strategies, track impact, make policy recommendations. Emotional Intelligence & Communication – Build trust, foster collaboration, resolve conflict, engage staff and community. Work Environment & Physical Demands Office environment with regular travel to program locations Physical requirements include standing, walking, reaching, and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Travel Required Occasional travel may be required for events, community meetings, or site visits.