Vice President, People and Culture

About Americans United Americans United for Separation of Church and State   (AU)   is a nonpartisan educational and advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the constitutional principle of church-state separation as the only way to ensure freedom of religion, including the right to believe or not believe, for all of us. Founded in 1947, Americans United is a diverse and dynamic organization composed of people from all   walks of life : lawyers and lobbyists, students and activists, religious   leaders   and impassioned Americans. AU includes people of faith and people who   don’t   profess any   particular faith .

It is a community that welcomes people of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, ages, socioeconomic backgrounds, and abilities. Because we work on a wide variety of issues with many different communities, we value what diversity and diverse perspectives bring to our work. Position Summar y The  Vice President,  People  and Culture   serves  as the senior leader responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s  people strategy  and overseeing  all  human resources  functions .

This role  serves as a strategic leader within the organization and  oversee s its   talent acquisition ,   human capital management and development ,  employee  experience and  engagement ,   and  human resources   compliance ,  ensuring alignment  of these functions  with  AU ’s  mission, values, and  long ‑ term  goals. The V ice President of  People  and Culture  is a key member of the  senior  team and a  critical source of support to staff at all levels of the organization. They  supervise the Human Resources and Finance Associate and  report to the Chief Operating Officer.

The position is based in Washington, DC ,  and  requires  work ing  from the  AU  office at least once per week. Essential Duties &

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive  people strategy  that supports organizational growth , talent development,  a nd  the implementation of  core organizational values .
• Serve as a trusted advisor to  senior leadership o n ensuring internal processes are well-planned and effectively communicated .
• Serve as a thought leader for organizational equity  and accessibility , ensuring that equity  and accessibility  considerations are embedded into all organizational policies and practices .
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to human resource functions as needed . Talent Acquisition
• Oversee recruitment strategies to attract  mission ‑ aligned ,  high ‑ performing  staff.
• Develop  and  oversee the implementation of  strategies to attract, hire, and  retain  a diverse workforce .
• Support  hiring managers as needed in the recruitment and  selection  of top talent. Human Capital Management  and Development
• Recommend learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees .
• Lead the performance review process,  including annual reviews, growth development plans, and feedback mechanisms with clear deliverables and timelines.
• Provide support on  conflict resolution, coaching, and performance improvement processes.
• Own the organization’s goal-setting process, partnering with leadership to cascade; ensure  individual  goal-setting  is meaningful and tied to  department and organizational goals .
• Support supervisors in resolving  employee relations issues , ensuring consistency and equity in administering policies and procedures. Employee Experience  and Engagement
• Implement and support data-driven approaches to measure and improve employee engagement, job satisfaction, organizational culture enhancement strategies and tactics, and best practices for retention.
• Oversee employee engagement programming ( i.e.  staff retreats, virtual gatherings) that foster a sense of belonging, well-being, and continuous learning.
• Drive  the organization’s  initiatives related  to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility,  ensuring  continuous learning and alignment between these principles and employee experience. HR Operations & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, nonprofit regulations, and internal policies.
• Maintain  accurate   human resources  systems and  ensure  timely   reporting.
• Respond to data and information requests from AU’s employee union and ensur e  that  all  human resources  processes align with the guidelines outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Maintain knowledge of employment law and human resources  best practices;  lead annual update of  the  E mployee Handbook . Skills and Exper ience
• Research shows candidates from marginalized groups are less likely to apply for positions when they   don't   meet 100% of listed requirements; please consider applying even if you   don’t   match 100%   of   these criteria. Americans United  seeks  a candidate   who ideally   has :
• B achelor’s degree or equivalent and  12 + years of  related  experience, ideally including nonprofit or  mission ‑ driven  environments.
• SHRM or comparable HR certification.
• Commitment  to advancing the separation of religion and government.
• Demonstrated experience navigating  sensitive organizational issues  with strong ethical judgment, discretion, and the ability to  maintain  confidentiality.
• Demonstrated c ommitment to diversity , equity, inclusion,  accessibility,  and  values ‑ driven  leadership.
• Experience  building an organization’s human resources  function  into a strategic, trusted partner across the organization.
• A high level  of skill in  listening, learning, and finding resolutions while  maintaining  professional integrity.
• Ability to communicate difficult messages thoughtfully while  maintaining  trust and alignment. Americans United welcomes applicants of all genders, races, ethnicities, religions and beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, socio-economic backgrounds, and abilities. Because we work on a wide variety of issues and with many different communities, we value what diversity and diverse perspectives bring to our work. Working Conditions & Physical

Requirements

This is a hybrid position that primarily involves working from a home office and/or professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and video conferencing tools. It requires the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, communicate effectively, and occasionally move about within the workspace.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is   $ 175,650- $208,575 . This stated range includes a 5% locality pay adjustment for the Washington, DC metropolitan area. The successful candidate’s placement within that range will be consistent with   AU’s compensation framework , which is based on role placement and years of related experience.

Americans United offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid premiums for health care, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) with match, and commuter subsidy.

Equal Opportunity

Employer AU is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. If you need   an accommodation   for a disability to apply to this position, please let us know by emailing   [email protected] .

Application Information We will only be accepting applications from candidates who currently live in or would be willing to   relocate   to the Washington, DC metro area.