Chief People Officer

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Asphalt Green in the search for a Chief People Officer.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief People Officer will develop and implement comprehensive human resources strategies that align with Asphalt Green's mission and strategic plan, supporting its vision and growth, and addressing both opportunities and weaknesses.

As a champion of the Asphalt Green culture, the Chief People Officer will embody and promote the organization's core values, fostering a sense of responsibility, consistency, and support across the organization and within the communities it serves.

The Chief People Officer will partner with the Chief Executive Officer and the leadership team to build out the future of Asphalt Green.

This role requires a strategic leader who can design and execute top-tier strategies to attract, retain, and develop diverse talent, leveraging the Asphalt Green brand to establish the organization as a premier destination for talent.

The Chief People Officer will oversee performance management processes, foster a positive and inclusive work environment, and implement strategies that assess and enhance employee satisfaction and retention.

Additionally, the Chief People Officer will manage employee relations, ensure competitive compensation and benefits, and uphold legal compliance in HR policies and practices.

The Chief People Officer will create a top-quality onboarding and offboarding program, focusing on professional development and smooth employee transitions.

Asphalt Green transforms lives and builds community through sports, fitness, and play for all. Asphalt Green is an iconic 50-year-old New York City institution serving New Yorkers across multiple generations.

It has trained Olympians and national swimmers and athletes of every background and ability, and it has given away $40 million worth of free swim lessons to children.

Every day, Asphalt Green brings neighbors together, making them healthier, more developed as people, and helping them live longer.

Asphalt Green promotes fitness and health for people of all means, backgrounds, and abilities. It provides active program partnerships with New York City Public Schools, the New York City Parks Department, the New York City Department for the Aging, and numerous nonprofit agencies.

Whether through direct offerings, or in partnership with others, Asphalt Green is committed to a dual on-campus and off-campus model and looks to be a leading player in the development of high-quality sports and fitness programs and services throughout New York City and beyond.

All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Asphalt Green as well as the responsibilities and qualifications stated in the prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $200,000 to $220,000 annually.

Asphalt Green is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Marianna DiVietro at