Job Description
Join Home of the Innocents as our next Vice President of Human Resources, where you’ll shape a people first, mission driven culture grounded in Excellence, Wellness, Empowerment, and Compassion. This dynamic leader will elevate the employee experience, modernize HR operations and systems, strengthen engagement and total rewards, and partner with executives to build a high performing, inclusive workforce. If you’re a strategic, innovative HR leader who thrives on driving impact and championing organizational culture, this is a great career opportunity!
A Day in the Life
The Vice President of Human Resources partners with senior leaders and program teams to ensure our workforce strategy supports the mission of Home of the Innocents. You will guide HR operations, help leaders navigate workforce challenges, and ensure that HR systems, policies, and programs support a thriving and compliant workplace.
On any given day, you might be reviewing workforce analytics, advising leaders on organizational design or change initiatives, collaborating with the Director of Total Rewards on compensation strategy, or guiding employee experience initiatives that strengthen engagement and belonging.
You will lead a talented HR team and ensure operational excellence across HR systems, compliance practices, and workforce programs while helping the organization continuously improve how we attract, develop, and support our team members.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead execution of HR strategy by translating enterprise goals into operational plans, KPIs, and team priorities.
• Partner with program and operational leaders to address workforce needs, organizational design, and change initiatives.
• Oversee HR operations, systems, analytics, and compliance to ensure effective processes and regulatory adherence.
• Advance employee experience and engagement initiatives aligned with the organization’s culture and values.
• Support total rewards strategy and workforce wellbeing programs in partnership with the Director of Total Rewards.
• Provide operational leadership and escalation support for complex HR issues while maintaining process integrity and documentation.
Skills and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including senior leadership roles and experience leading HR teams.
• Strong operational leadership skills with demonstrated success in project management, process improvement, and change management.
• Experience working with HRIS/ATS platforms, workforce analytics, and data-driven decision making.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to coach and influence leaders across functions.
• Professional HR certification preferred (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP).
What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents
• A trauma-informed environment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous leave time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Training and certification opportunities
Who We Are
Home of the Innocents is a 145-year-old non-profit, dedicated to supporting children and families in our community. Our mission is to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we prioritize safety and recovery through trauma-informed practices. Our leadership is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and values-led workforce.
Home of the Innocents Impact
• Total service recipients in 2025: 3,976
• Campus size: 22 acres located near downtown Louisville
• Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky
• Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
• 10 different programs serving children and families, providing services such as:
◦ Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
◦ Emergency shelter for children in crisis
◦ Foster care and adoption support
◦ Community-based behavioral health programs
◦ Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation.
