Vice President of Human Resources

Job DetailsJob Location: Galesburg, IL 61401Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 SalaryWe want change makers! Come join Bridgeway and make a difference!
Bridgeway is seeking a dynamic Vice President of Human Resources who is ready to partner with us to advance our organization successfully into the future.

The Vice President of Human Resources (VP of HR) provides strategic leadership and direction for all human resource functions across the organization. This role ensures that HR practices support the agency’s mission, comply with all applicable laws and regulations, and promote a culture of equity, accountability, and employee engagement. The VP of HR oversees talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, compensation, benefits, performance management, and organizational development. This position works closely with the executive leadership team to drive workforce strategy in a human-services environment where compassion, service excellence, and regulatory compliance are essential. 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities 

Strategic Leadership 

Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the organization’s mission and long-term goals. 

Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and executive team on workforce planning, culture, and organizational effectiveness. 

Lead initiatives to strengthen diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across all levels of the organization. 

Assess organizational needs and recommend improvements to HR systems, structures, and processes. 

HR Team Leadership 

Structure the HR Department to advance Bridgeway’s mission, ensuring HR department roles align with organizational goals. 

Supervise and mentor the HR team, providing guidance, training, and professional development. 

Promote a collaborative, high-performance HR department with clear service standards. 

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning 

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for clinical, administrative, and program staff. 

Ensure staffing plans support client needs, funding requirements, and operational efficiency. 

Build partnerships with community organizations, universities, and workforce pipelines. 

Employee Relations & Culture 

Foster a positive, mission-driven work environment rooted in respect, teamwork, and service. 

Lead employee relations, conflict resolution, investigations, and corrective action with transparency and consistency. 

Develop communication strategies that support employee engagement and organizational alignment. 

Compliance & Risk Management 

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including labor regulations, credentialing, and nonprofit-specific requirements. 

Maintain policies and procedures that support regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, and best practices. 

Oversee HR audit processes, licensure/credential tracking, and risk-mitigation initiatives. 

Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations 

Oversee compensation structure, salary administration, and job classification to ensure equity and competitiveness. 

Manage benefits programs, open enrollment, and vendor relationships. 

Ensure accurate and timely HRIS data management, payroll coordination, and reporting. 

Performance & Organizational Development 

Lead the performance management process, including goal setting, coaching, evaluations, and professional development. 

Implement leadership development, supervisory training, and workforce learning programs tailored to the human-services environment. 

Support succession planning for key roles within the organization. 

Competency Requirements 

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required.  Master’s degree preferred. 

10+ years of progressively responsible HR experience, including at least 5 years in HR leadership. 

Experience in a human services, healthcare, or non-profit environment strongly preferred. 

SHRM- SCP or SPHR certification highly desirable. 

Proficiency with HRIS platforms and data reporting. 

Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and change management skills. 

A combination of competency requirements that meets these qualifications will be considered. 

Employment with Bridgeway is conditional upon completion of all background checks.

Bridgeway is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the objective of Bridgeway to make Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) a reality for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, race, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability or unfavorable discharge from military services and to prevent sexual harassment in employment.Qualifications