Job Description

The Oshman Family JCC (OFJCC) is one of the nation’s foremost Jewish Community Centers, located in the heart of Silicon Valley. With more than 400 employees, a dynamic campus, and a vibrant membership, the OFJCC is a hub of Jewish life, cultural engagement, early childhood education, camps, fitness, and community programs that serve thousands each week.

Salary Range: $190,000 - $220,000/Annual

• We are seeking an exceptional Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to join our executive management team. This role is central to building an engaged, mission-driven workforce and ensuring the OFJCC continues to thrive as an inclusive, innovative, caring workplace. The CHRO oversees all aspects of the Human Resources function including compensation, benefits, staffing, compliance, employee relations, employee engagement and staff development. The CHRO serves as strategic partner to the CEO, COO and executive management team, shaping organizational culture and aligning HR strategy with the JCC’s mission while maintaining agency-wide policies and keeping the OFJCC in compliance with local, state and federal laws.
• This is not a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, talent management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, training and development, performance management, employee engagement and events, compliance, and HR operations
• Manage a team of HR professionals
• Shape organizational culture and align HR strategy with the JCC’s mission and growth
• Foster a workplace culture rooted in Jewish values of community, learning, and respect, while embracing the diversity of Silicon Valley
• Develop innovative HR practices that attract, support, and retain top talent
• Plan, devise and execute multiple employee events focused on fun, learning and engagement
• Oversee HR systems and data to ensure operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance
• Advise leadership on workforce planning, compensation, and employee relations
• Translate vision into action - ensuring our people and organizational infrastructure scale with growth
• Serve as a visible, trusted advisor to employees at all levels

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent; MBA and SPHR or SHRM certifications preferred
• Minimum of 8 years Human Resources experience with at least 4-5 years at the senior management level
• Proven ability to work with all levels of management
• Proficient in Microsoft suite
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and change management skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (written and oral)
• Ability to effectively manage conflict
• Demonstrated track record of motivating and energizing others
• Proven track record in organizational development, talent strategy and culture-building
• Experience managing HR functions in complex, multi-departmental organizations (nonprofit or mission-driven environments preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Federal and California employment law, HR compliance, and best practices required
• Strategic and creative thinker with a hands‑on approach
• Commitment to the OFJCC’s mission and values and enthusiasm for strengthening Jewish communal life

Why Join the OFJCC?

• Play a pivotal leadership role in one of the largest Jewish Community Centers in the country
• Collaborate with an energetic, values‑driven leadership team
• Be part of a passionate team making a real difference
• Lead transformative HR initiatives in a collaborative environment
• Work in a vibrant campus environment serving children, families, fitness enthusiasts, and learners of all ages

If you are a visionary HR leader who thrives on both strategic and hands‑on work, and you are inspired to help shape the future of a cornerstone Jewish community institution, we invite you to apply.

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