VP of Human Resources (NONPROFIT) (Hybrid in Portland, OR)

Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with

• Relay Resources
• , a mission-driven organization dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The
• Vice President of Human Resources
• provides strategic and operational leadership for all core HR functions, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals. Serving as a key partner to the
• Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
• , this role oversees day-to-day HR operations to enable the CHRO’s focus on enterprise strategy and external partnerships. Operating with a high level of autonomy, the VP drives HR operational excellence, system alignment, and strategic program execution. This role will lead cross-functional initiatives to ensure HR operations effectively support a high-performing, people-centered culture.
• DIRECT HIRE!
• Compensation :
• 155K – 170K DOE.
• Location :
• Portland, OR (Hybrid)
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
• HR Operations & Compliance
• Oversee core HR functions including Total Rewards, leave management, benefits administration, and HRIS.
• Manage compliance reporting, labor contract administration, and employee relations.
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness across all HR operations.
• Lead enterprise-wide HR risk mitigation initiatives and compliance reviews.
• People Leadership
• Lead and develop HR managers and staff across multiple business verticals and locations.
• Establish accountability for service delivery, quality, and measurable outcomes.
• Foster a responsive, compliance-focused, and succession-minded team culture.
• Oversee and harmonize HR operations across multiple sites.
• Program Delivery
• Oversee annual HR cycles such as performance reviews and goal setting.
• Support compensation planning, benefits renewals, and open enrollment processes.
• Ensure consistent onboarding, employee journey support, and training program implementation.
• Partner with Finance on workforce planning, headcount management, and budget alignment.
• Drive programs and initiatives aimed at improving employee retention and engagement.
• Strategic Execution Support
• Translate CHRO and executive priorities into actionable operational plans.
• Develop and deliver HR dashboards, KPIs, and risk analysis for executive and board reporting.
• Identify potential risks, address process gaps, and implement corrective actions proactively.
• Serve as a strategic partner on talent strategy, workforce design, and organizational development.
• QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :
• 15+ years of progressive HR leadership spanning multiple functions (e.g., Recruiting, TotalRewards, Employee Relations).
• 5+ years managing HR in a unionized, multi-site environment (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or commensurate experience); MBA / advanced HR degree preferred.
• Current certification required : SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR; advanced credentials preferred (e.g., GPHR, advanced labor relations).
• Demonstrated proficiency with HRIS and compliance tools and Microsoft Office Suite; strong operational discipline, results focus, leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• ABOUT RELAY RESOURCES

Our mission is to cultivate meaningful work for people with disabilities. Relay Resources is committed to doing things differently to make a difference. We don’t just place people in jobs; we partner with our customers to identify business needs and create customized solutions. We engage with a community of willing and able workers who have faced challenges to steady employment and help them to lead more fulfilling and independent lives through training, jobs, and housing.

Because success isn’t just about putting people to work.

It’s about all of us. Working. Together.

Creating Jobs for People with Disabilities - Our Mission | Relay Resources

• About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.

_Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who recognize the importance of representation and actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about whom they hire. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status_.

• PG / BH #13526

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $155,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s) :

• 15+ years of progressive HR leadership spanning multiple functions (e.g., Recruiting, TotalRewards, Employee Relations).
• 5+ years managing HR in a unionized, multi-site environment (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or commensurate experience); MBA / advanced HR degree preferred.
• Current certification required : SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR; advanced credentials preferred (e.g., GPHR, advanced labor relations).
• Demonstrated proficiency with HRIS and compliance tools and Microsoft Office Suite; strong operational discipline, results focus, leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

Work Location : In person