Chief People Officer

HMA is the premier third-party health plan administrator across the PNW and beyond. We relentlessly deliver on our promise to provide medium to large-size employers with customized health plans. We offer various high-quality, affordable healthcare plan options supported with best-in-class customer service.
We are proud to say that for four years, HMA has been chosen as a 'Washington's Best Workplaces' by our Staff and PSBJ™. Our vision, 'Proving What's Possible in Healthcare™,' and our values, People First!, Be Extraordinary, Work Courageously, Own It, and Win Together, shape our culture, influence our decisions, and drive our results.
What we are looking for: We are always searching for unique people to diversify our team. We only hire people that care deeply about others, thrive in evolving environments, gain satisfaction from being part of a team, are motivated by tackling complex challenges, are courageous enough to share ideas, action-oriented, resilient, and results-driven.
What you can expect: You can expect an inclusive, flexible, and fun culture, comprehensive salary, pay transparency, benefits, and time off package with plenty of personal development and growth opportunities. If you are looking for meaningful work, a clear purpose, high standards, work/life balance, and the ability to contribute to something important, find out more about us at: https://www.accesshma.com/
How YOU will make a Difference:
The Chief People Officer (CPO) is a key executive leadership position responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization. This role oversees all aspects of human resources including talent acquisition, employee experience, organizational development, compensation and benefits, learning and development, and workplace culture.
What YOU will do:

• Acts as a strategic business partner at all levels of the business by using best practices in championing change and shaping HMA's high performance culture.
• Acts as a proactive and strategic thinker and leadership coach with the ability to influence and drive change.
• Encourages a work environment in which people are motivated and contribute to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values.
• Encourages all leaders to be responsible and accountable for employee engagement.
• Builds management capability to facilitate an open, inclusive, values-based environment that enables effective employee relations.
• Champion DEI initiatives, ensuring ethical HR practices, and providing leadership in HR practices
• Defines and delivers best practices coaching and counseling to senior leaders regarding, discipline, termination, compensation structure and corporate policy.
• Lead organizational design and effectiveness initiatives to support business growth
• Lead learning and development function as a resource throughout the company to assist in the design and development of learning plans that directly reflect the strategic plan for the company and its processes to serve customers well.
• Designs and implements total rewards programs that align to business needs and success.
• Oversees HMA sponsored employee benefit plans (welfare benefit plans, FSA, 401(k), life and disability).
• Develops, recommends, and implements corporate human capital policies and procedures.
• Develops departmental goals and objectives and manages employees, workflows, processes, and projects to ensure these goals and objectives are met.
• Develops and coordinates the departmental budget process and ensures that expenses are reported accurately, and that the budget is managed to expectation.
• Provide data-driven insights and HR metrics, and ensure that HR initiatives contribute to the organization's financial performance and operational effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience, and Key Attributes needed for Success:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related fields required MA degree preferred
• SPHR-SCP certification required
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role, preferably as a CPO or equivalent.
• Must demonstrate ability to have worked in or with the C-Suite and utilized effective performance enhancement methods
• Extensive knowledge of HR and DEI practices, principles, policies and employment law
• Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent facilitation and training delivery skills required
• Proven ability to lead by example, motivate, inspire, and be an all encompassing representative of HMA's values

CompensationThe base salary for this position in the greater Seattle area is $225,000-$275,000 and varies dependent on geography, skills, experience, education, and other job or market-related factors. Performance-based incentive bonus(es) is available.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information are accurate as of this posting date. HMA reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
In addition, HMA provides a generous total rewards package for full-time employees that includes:

• Seventeen (IC) days paid time off (individual contributors)
• Eleven paid holidays
• Two paid personal and one paid volunteer day
• Company-subsidized medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
• Company-paid disability, life, and AD&D insurances
• Voluntary insurances
• HSA and FSA pre-tax programs
• 401(k)-retirement plan with company match
• Annual $500 wellness incentive and a $600 wellness reimbursement
• Remote work and continuing education reimbursements
• Discount program
• Parental leave
• Up to $1,000 annual charitable giving match

How we Support your Work, Life, and Wellness Goals
At HMA, we believe in recognizing and celebrating the achievements of our dedicated staff. We offer flexibility to work schedules that support people in all time zones across the US, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Employees have the option to work remotely or enjoy the amenities of our renovated office located just outside Seattle with free parking, gym, and a multitude of refreshments. Our performance management program is designed to elevate career growth opportunities, fostering a collaborative work culture where every team member can thrive. We also prioritize having fun together by hosting in person events throughout the year including an annual all hands, summer picnic, trivia night, and a holiday party.
We hire people from across the US (excluding the state of Hawaii and the cities of Los Angeles and San Francisco.)
HMA requires a background screen prior to employment.
Protected Health Information (PHI) Access Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA); employees may encounter protected health information (PHI) in the regular course of their work. All PHI shall be used and disclosed on a need-to-know-basis and according to HMA's standard policies and procedures.
HMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information about HMA, visit www.accesshma.com .