Job Description

Invest in your future at BSNB!

BSNB is seeking an experienced Senior Vice President, Human Resources to lead the Bank's human resources strategy and support our continued growth. Join a nationally recognized local community bank while helping shape the employee experience across the organization.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As the Senior Vice President, Human Resources, you will serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership and play a key role in driving organizational success through people, culture, and talent. You will provide leadership and oversight of the Bank's human resources functions, including talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, compliance, training, and staff development.

This role balances long-term strategic planning with day-to-day leadership while ensuring HR programs align with the organization's goals and values. The successful candidate will collaborate across all business lines to support employee engagement, workforce planning, and operational excellence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Lead and develop the Human Resources team.
• Partner with leadership to drive organizational and departmental goals.
• Develop and execute strategic HR initiatives that support business growth.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, and employee relations programs.
• Monitor and enhance employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Review compensation structures and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Oversee training and professional development programs.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters.
• Participate in executive and senior leadership meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Proven experience in senior HR leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of compensation, benefits administration, talent management, and employee relations.
• Demonstrated success implementing organizational and workforce strategies.
• Experience developing and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Human Resources experience within financial services preferred.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification preferred.

OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU

BSNB offers a generous compensation and benefits package. This includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, voluntary insurances, both a 401(k) plan with a company match and a pension plan, and tuition reimbursement.

We invest in you with a generous paid time off package along with 11 paid holidays. We believe providing a work-life balance is key to your success and investing in your professional development is an important aspect of your growth and satisfaction.

ABOUT BALLSTON SPA NATIONAL BANK

Established in 1838, we are proud to provide community banking to individuals, families, and businesses located in the greater Capital Region. Thirteen full-service banking offices provide products and services and digital capabilities geared toward meeting the needs of the markets we serve. As a community-minded financial institution, we make giving back and volunteer work a priority.

BSNB provides all employees and applicants an equal employment opportunity in the manner required by law in all aspects of employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. BSNB is a VEVRAA employer and has a desire for priority referrals of protected veterans. We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates who are under consideration.