HR Chief of Staff

Who You Are

You are a strategic thinker and people-first leader who thrives in environments where operational excellence meets human-centered leadership. You are :

Approachable, insightful, innovative, and precise

Passionate about enabling others to succeed

A believer in context over control and freedom with responsibility (inspired by Patty McCords Powerful and the Netflix Culture Deck)

A collaborative team player who finds joy in building synergy and celebrating both the journey and the destination

How Youll Make an Impact

As the HR Chief of Staff, youll act as the operational right hand to the Chief People Officer (CPO). Youll drive strategic alignment, remove executional barriers, and coordinate cross-functional work to ensure the smooth execution of HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities :

Translate the CPOs vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes

Coordinate between the CPO, HR staff, and department leaders to align priorities

Drive operational efficiency through systems and process improvements

Keep initiatives on track, identifying risks and proactively solving problems

Foster a high-performance culture by ensuring HR team members are equipped to succeed

Represent the CPO in assigned meetings, communications, and initiatives

Lead through influence, modeling a culture of collaboration and accountability

What You Bring

Required Qualifications :

Bachelors or advanced degree in Human Resources

10+ years of progressive experience in Human Resources

8+ years in senior or leadership-level HR roles

Extraordinary emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills

Alignment with the philosophies from Powerful and the Netflix Culture Deck

Detail-oriented, organized, and calm under pressure

Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Critical thinker with a sense of urgency and a team-first mindset

Embody the values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal

Ability to integrate into new teams and navigate change at a thoughtful pace

Self-aware communicator who adapts to others' learning and communication styles

Preferred Experience and Certifications

SPHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent certification

Change Management training or certification

Project Management or Lean Principles training / certification

Work Environment and Schedule

Position is primarily on-site at multiple Lansing-area locations

Standard operating hours : MondayFriday, 6 : 00 AM to 6 : 00 PM

Flexibility may be available for the right candidate (e.g., four-day or 30-hour workweek)

May require occasional work outside standard business hours

Travel between local sites is expected

About Us

We believe face-to-face collaboration fosters stronger teamwork, innovation, and connection. Our culture is centered around shared accountability, high performance, and continuous growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Including Veterans / Disability

How to Apply for This Job :

To apply for this position, please follow these steps : Apply for this job with your current resume. Well get back to you the same day with some feedback on your application. Next youll be invited to an online screening conversation so we can go over the job requirements together and you can ask questions. After this stage well give you more feedback on your application and select the candidates to move forward in the process. Typically steps 1 to 4 takes less than 24 hours.

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