VP of Human Resources, Somerset Federal Credit Union, Somerset, MA

About the role

Somerset Federal Credit Union is seeking an experienced and people-focused VP of Human Resources to lead all HR functions for our growing organization.

With two branch locations serving our local communities, we pride ourselves on creating a positive workplace culture where employees enjoy what they do, support one another, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all daily human resources operations for the credit union
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee programs
• Lead recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention efforts for all departments
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees regarding employee relations, performance management, and workplace concerns
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, labor regulations, and internal policies
• Administer employee benefits, leave programs, and compensation processes
• Coincide with employee training, leadership development, and compliance-related training programs
• Support performance evaluation processes and employee development initiatives
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR reporting while ensuring confidentiality
• Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development
• Promote employee engagement and a culture focused on teamwork, integrity, accountability, and membership
• Aid with payroll coordination, budgeting, and strategic HR planning
• Support audits and regulatory examinations related to HR documentation and compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably within financial services, banking, or credit unions
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance, and best practices
• Experience managing employee relations, benefits administration, and performance management
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency in ADP payroll systems
• Leadership and relationship management
• Strong ethics and confidentiality
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving
• Organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and regulatory compliance
• Employee engagement and team development
• Commitment to exceptional internal and member service

Qualifications

• Leadership and relationship management
• Strong ethics and confidentiality
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving
• Organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and regulatory compliance
• Employee engagement and team development
• Commitment to exceptional internal and member service