Friends of United Hatzalah (FoUH), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports the lifesaving work of United Hatzalah of Israel, is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Human Resources to join our expanding U.S.-based team.

United Hatzalah of Israel is the largest independent, 100% free, fully volunteer emergency medical services organization in Israel, responding to an average of 2,000 emergency calls per day through a network of over 8,000 trained volunteers.

This full-time position is based in our New York City headquarters on a hybrid work schedule, requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office. The Director of Human Resources will serve as the organization’s senior HR leader and trusted advisor, working closely with executive leadership, department heads, managers, and external partners.

This newly created role will oversee all aspects of Human Resources and play a key role in building scalable people systems to support organizational growth. The Director of Human Resources will help shape organizational culture, strengthen HR infrastructure, support staff development, and ensure compliance and best practices across the organization.

The Director of Human Resources will report to the CEO of United Hatzalah International.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the full HR function for FoUH, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and offboarding.
Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, providing guidance on organizational design, change management, succession planning, and culture-building initiatives.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, and systems that align with organizational values and support a high-performing, inclusive workplace.
Oversee employee benefits programs, annual open enrollment, vendor relationships, and benefits communications.
In partnership with Finance, co-own and manage the relationship with the Professional Employer Organization (PEO), including oversight of payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and reporting.
Design and manage compensation structures, salary benchmarking, job architecture, and job description development to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; proactively identify and mitigate people-related risk.
Maintain and enhance HR systems (HRIS), records, and data integrity, ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Advise and coach managers on performance management, employee engagement, conflict resolution, investigations, disciplinary actions, and leadership development.
Lead learning and professional development initiatives, including training programs, leadership development, onboarding enhancements, and career growth pathways.
Partner with Finance and Operations on organizational planning, budgeting, headcount planning, and people analytics.
Serve as a trusted and accessible resource for employees, fostering transparency, engagement, and cross-departmental collaboration.
Track, analyze, and report on key HR metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; advanced degree or HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) preferred.
Minimum of 7–10 years of progressively responsible HR experience, including experience in a leadership or director-level role; nonprofit experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated expertise across core HR functions, including talent management, employee relations, compliance, compensation, and benefits.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and regulations; experience managing multi-state compliance strongly preferred.
Experience implementing, managing, or optimizing HRIS and payroll systems; comfort working with HR data and reporting.
Proven ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a growing, dynamic organization.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, coach, and build credibility across all levels of the organization.
Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
High emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative leadership style.
Personal alignment with organizational values, including commitment, compassion, excellence, integrity, and respect.
Must be willing to work in New York, NY, on a hybrid schedule.

Salary Range: $130,000–$150,000 annual salary, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan with employer match, and paid holidays/time off.

To Apply: Qualified candidates should send a resume and cover letter via email to jobs@israelrescue.org. The subject line of the email should include ‘Director of Human Resources.’ Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

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