Job Description

Description

Museum of Science, Boston www.mos.org Innovation and creativity come from the unique perspectives of a diverse staff. We value your perspective. Who We Are As science and technology increasingly shape our lives, the Museum of Science strives to equip and inspire everyone to use science for the global good while keeping up with the pace of change. Among the world’s largest science centers and New England’s most attended cultural institution, we engage nearly five million people a year – at Science Park and in museums around the world, in classrooms, and online. The Museum’s singular location connecting Boston and Cambridge puts us at the junction of some of the world’s most influential academic institutions and industries, local and state government, schools, and the public. Trusted by each sector, we are ideally positioned to convene, inspire, and create meaningful experiences for all. Come join us on our mission to inspire a lifelong love of science in everyone and living our vision for a world where science belongs to each of us for the good of all of us. Why We Need You The Director, HR Operations, plays a critical leadership role in overseeing and optimizing the Museum’s HR operations, including benefits administration, HR information systems (HRIS), leave of absence (LOA) management, ADA accommodations, Affirmative Action Reporting, workers’ compensation, and the evaluation and grading of new roles. This role is responsible for driving efficiency, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the employee experience by implementing best-in-class HR operational processes. This position manages one team member, the Benefits Administrator. What You’ll Accomplish Benefits Administration and Compliance: • Develop and implement benefits strategies that align with the Museum’s goals and ensure competitiveness. • Oversee administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, workers’ compensation, disability programs, unemployment insurance, and leave policies. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including FLSA, ACA, ERISA, and other applicable laws. • Lead the annual benefits open enrollment process, ensuring timely and accurate execution. • Partner with Finance to manage benefits-related audits, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Optimize HR Operations & HRIS: • Manage the HRIS to ensure accurate data management, reporting, and system optimization. • Implement and maintain HR technology solutions to streamline processes, automate workflows, and enhance employee experience. Manage Leave of Absence (LOA), ADA, and Workers’ Compensation: • Serve as the primary contact for LOA administration, ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, and state-specific leave policies. • Lead the accommodation process, working closely with employees and managers to ensure compliance with the ADA. • Oversee workers’ compensation claims, ensuring timely processing and employee support. Role Grading and Job Evaluation: • Establish and oversee processes for job evaluation and grading of new roles. • Partner with department leaders to assess new positions, ensuring internal equity and market competitiveness. • Develop and maintain a consistent approach to job leveling and compensation structure. Enhance Employee Experience and HR Service Delivery: • Act as a strategic advisor to leadership, ensuring HR operational processes enhance the employee experience. • Develop and implement policies and best practices to support a culture of compliance, efficiency, and employee engagement. Drive Continuous Improvement & Compliance: • Identify opportunities to enhance HR processes and ensure alignment with industry best practices. • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in HR regulations and ensure Museum-wide compliance. • Lead training and communication efforts to educate employees and managers on HR operational policies. What We’re Looking For (Competencies) • HR Operations Expertise: Deep knowledge of benefits administration, HRIS, compliance, and HR process optimization. • Strategic Problem Solver: Ability to identify challenges, develop solutions, and drive continuous improvement in HR processes. • Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, ACA, ERISA, and workers’ compensation. • Technology and Systems Proficiency: Experience managing HRIS systems, leveraging data analytics, and implementing automation solutions. • Project and Change Management: Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage projects, and implement process improvements. • Data-Driven Decision Making: Skilled in analyzing HR metrics to inform policies, strategies, and process enhancements. • Collaboration and Communication: Strong ability to partner with leadership and employees to align HR operations with business needs. • Commitment to DEI: Passion for fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace through HR policies and practices. How We Work-Our Values Everyone: We are everyone’s museum. We pursue equity and celebrate every person for who they are. We foster an inclusive environment in which we value and respect diversity. Service: We serve our colleagues and community. We hold ourselves accountable to be a trustworthy public resource, and to support a sustainable, just and evidence-based future. Learning: We love learning. We are curious about the world and want to share our joy and wonder with others. We value open minds and recognize that everyone has more to explore, discover and create. Connection: We find strength in connections. We collaborate across communities, organizations and disciplines to make science relevant and accessible to all. Boldness: We dream big. We boldly push ourselves forward, pursuing new ideas and challenges. We experiment and learn from our failures as we seek to inspire purpose, spark imagination and encourage hope. Salary Range: $112,000 USD - $130,000 USD The Museum of Science is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.