Director of People, Culture and Equity
Quick answer
Childswork Learning Center is hiring an on-site Director of People, Culture and Equity in Portland, OR, paying $68,000–$75,000, to build and lead the organization's inaugural HR department.
- Role
- Director of People, Culture and Equity
- Organization
- Childswork Learning Center
- Location
- Portland, OR
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $68,000 – $75,000 / annually
- Category
- Human Resources
The role
Childswork Learning Center is seeking a Director of People, Culture and Equity to establish their first dedicated human resources department. This leadership role will build internal infrastructure, manage the full employee lifecycle, and serve as a key partner in embedding equity and inclusion across all campus operations. The successful candidate will lead policy development, employee relations, recruitment, and benefits administration while coaching managers and fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
What you'll do
- Build and establish the organization's HR infrastructure, systems, and policies from the ground up.
- Serve as the primary lead for employee relations, workplace grievances, and performance management.
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle and design onboarding/training programs across all campuses.
- Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives throughout all organizational practices.
- Oversee payroll coordination and benefits administration in compliance with Oregon labor laws.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Education Administration, Business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including generalist tasks and employee relations.
- Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance, specifically in Oregon.
- Demonstrated ability to build HR infrastructure and coach managers on supervisory skills.
- Access to reliable personal transportation for travel between multiple Portland campuses.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan; generous paid time off and school-year holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a 100% on-site role based in Portland, OR, requiring regular travel between the organization's three campuses.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary range for an experienced candidate with 5+ years of experience is $68,000 – $75,000 annually.
What are the core qualifications needed to apply?
Candidates need a bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of progressive HR experience, and strong knowledge of Oregon employment law and workplace investigations.
How do I apply for this position?
The provided job description does not include a specific application deadline or external link; please consult the original posting source for submission instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on Childswork Learning Center's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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