Manager, Talent Management & Culture

The Manager, Talent Management & Culture is responsible for leading the team that delivers critical HR services across the employee lifecycle — from hiring and onboarding to employee relations, benefits, compensation, and safety. This leader will partner closely with organizational leaders to align talent strategies with mission priorities and foster a consistently positive employee experience.

Job Duties:

Strategic Talent Leadership

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Talent Management & Culture department, ensuring alignment with DNA’s mission and strategic priorities.

• Foster a high-performance culture across the Talent Management & Culture team through coaching, development, and accountability.

• Partner with the Director, Talent Management & Culture to implement functional goals, strategies, and initiatives.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits, compensation, and HR systems.

• Ensure departmental SOPs and practices comply with all legal, regulatory, and accrediting standards.

• Monitor HR metrics and dashboards to assess performance and inform continuous improvement.

Employee Relations & Performance Support

• Provide counsel to leaders and staff on performance, corrective action, and employee relations matters.

• Lead internal investigations and ensure consistent, fair, and legally compliant processes.

• Support a healthy, inclusive work environment through coaching, conflict resolution, and policy administration.

Total Rewards & Compensation

• Oversee job evaluations, market benchmarking, and compensation planning.

• Partner on the management and communication of employee benefit and wellness programs.

• Ensure competitiveness, equity, and compliance in total rewards practices.

Employee Experience & Engagement

• Champion a positive and equitable employee experience across all touchpoints.

• Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, communication, and feedback.

• Represent Talent Management & Culture on cross-functional projects and committees.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• Ensure DE&I principles are embedded in all talent policies, processes, and practices.

• Support DE&I programs and committees with coaching, education, and program design.

Health & Safety Program Oversight

• Oversee organizational safety and injury prevention programs in alignment with OSHA and other best practices.

• Support emergency preparedness, risk mitigation, and compliance initiatives.

Leadership Collaboration

• Serve on DNA’s Leadership Team, contributing to organizational strategy and workforce planning.

• Build strong partnerships with department leaders to deliver tailored HR support and talent strategies.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree

• PHR, SHRM-CP, CHHR, or equivalent certification

Minimum Experience

• 5 years of progressive HR experience

• 3 years of HR leadership experience

• Experience at the supervisor level or above

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s, JD, etc.)

• SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or other senior-level HR certification

• 7+ years in HR or talent management roles

• Experience in healthcare or mission-driven nonprofits

We Offer:

• Annual organizational incentive program

• Generous medical, dental & vision insurance

• Paid life and long-term disability insurance

• Voluntary life insurance options

• 403(b) employer match and profit sharing

• Tuition assistance program

• Employee wellness & assistance programs

• Tobacco-free, drug-free workplace