People + Culture Specialist

Isaacson, Miller (IM), a national retained executive search firm specializing in leadership recruitment in the civic sector, seeks to hire a People + Culture Specialist to contribute to the growth of the firm and the conduct of its work. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual who is dedicated to the success of mission-driven organizations, drawn to the intellectual demands and professional pace of executive recruiting, and wishes to have an impact on the caliber and diversity of leadership in organizations that advance the common good.

Since its founding in 1982, IM has been committed to strengthening and diversifying the leadership of mission-driven organizations. A belief in the power of exceptional leadership and an unwavering commitment to service excellence, integrity, and impact animate the firm. IM’s more than 240 staff members share a fundamental commitment to its clients’ missions, motivating them to continue to achieve outstanding results, and their work is guided by seven core values that anchor IM today and drive the firm’s aspirations for the future:

• We value diversity, equity, and inclusion
• We value excellence in our craft
• We are intellectually curious
• We are generous colleagues
• We seek and support opportunities to grow
• We create social impact
• We are transparent

These core values anchor IM today and the firm’s aspirations for the future. They guide firm strategy, client service, teammate recruitment, day-to-day interactions, and the firm’s and its peoples’ drive for continuous improvement.

For additional information about the firm, please visit www.imsearch.com

THE PEOPLE + CULTURE SPECIALIST ROLE

The People + Culture Specialist role supports the firm and the People + Culture team in a variety of HR functions including talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, benefits, and compliance. This position requires a strong attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and the capacity to work with diverse teams across the firm. As part of a highly experienced People + Culture team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge in human resources, executive search, and mission-driven work. The team’s collective expertise, commitment to service excellence, and focus on continuous improvement will provide invaluable mentorship and growth opportunities. The People + Culture Specialist will be responsible for administering key People + Culture processes, maintaining accurate records, and providing essential support in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and contribute to building a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PEOPLE + CULTURE SPECIALIST

The People + Culture Specialist will report to the Director, People Operations and work closely with the full team, supporting the following functions.

People + Culture Operations

• Serve as the first point of contact for all employee questions related to People + Culture.
• Manage the firm’s HR inbox, respond to questions, and triage as appropriate.
• Maintain employee records and the firm’s HRIS, Paylocity, as well as other relevant databases, systems, and documents.
• Support orientation, onboarding, and learning activities; administer and help maintain the Learning Management System.
• Support special projects, including the introduction and evolution of HR programs.

Talent Acquisition + Performance Management

• Support the recruiting and onboarding process, working closely with the People + PIC Operations Managers to schedule, prepare materials, and conduct background checks.
• Manage the annual calendar of reviews and promotion cycles.
• Provide administrative support for the Associate Promotions Committee including scheduling, material preparation, and staff communications.
• Maintain the Performance Management system in Paylocity, working closely with the People and PIC Operations Managers to ensure accurate completion of materials.

Compensation + Benefits

• Manage benefits enrollment and vendor relationships.
• Maintain benefit enrollment database.
• Partner with Craft + Learning colleagues to plan and execute a calendar of compensation and benefits education programming.
• Partner with the payroll team to ensure accurate benefit deductions.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE | QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

IM seeks People + Culture Specialist candidates who are drawn to the firm’s belief in the power of exceptional leadership and an unwavering commitment to service excellence. An investment in the success and integrity of the firm as a whole is essential, as is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and the cultural competence to work effectively across multiple lines of difference. While no one candidate will possess all of them, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three to five years of People + Culture/Human Resources, project management, or relevant equivalent experience.
• HR certification a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to be service-oriented to the firm’s internal clients.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion and maturity.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, and prior experience with databases.
• An interest in the mission work of IM’s client base.
• Ability to learn new content areas quickly is essential.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Relational talent and an engaging personality.
• The capacity to build rapport and trust with people at all levels and of many different backgrounds, styles, and aspirations.
• The ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Excellent project management and time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and drive the collaborative completion of shared work.
• Maturity, discretion, and sound judgment in engaging with multiple constituencies, often involving issues of confidentiality.
• A collegial and collaborative nature.
• An inclination to connect with, learn from, and offer assistance to colleagues throughout the firm.
• Honesty, openness, and a healthy sense of humor.

APPLICATION, COMPENSATION, AND BENEFITS

Please visit www.imsearch.com/IMcareers to learn more about the opportunities offered at IM, and to submit application materials in confidence. Applications should include a resume as well as a cover letter explaining your interest in Isaacson, Miller, and the People + Culture Specialist role.

As an employee-owned firm, IM offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a non-contributory health and dental offering as well as participation in a profit-sharing pension plan and an employee stock ownership plan. The minimum starting salary for this position is $70,000 annually. We value relevant experience for this role that could accelerate contribution and impact to IM. Compensation will be determined based on the relevant experience the candidate brings to the role.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are embedded in Isaacson, Miller’s mission, founding impulse, core values, and practice. From the start, IM has worked hard to recruit outstanding leaders across lines of difference and has been gratified to serve clients who share IM’s core values. IM has successes to celebrate and looks forward to continued growth and learning. Through the firm’s commitment to be a diverse and welcoming community of colleagues where everyone can thrive, all become stronger and empowered to provide the very best service to IM’s clients and contribute to a vital and powerful civic sector.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

IM is an equal opportunity employer and strives to create a safe work environment for its employees free of discrimination and harassment. IM hires the most qualified individuals for each position, and does so without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sex stereotyping (including assumptions about a person’s appearance or behavior, gender roles, gender expression, or gender identity), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy applies to all areas of employment for all employees.