Fractional HR Leader

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challenged athletes foundationSan Diego (CA)

Human Resources Managers Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices

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About the role

The Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) is a world leader in helping individuals with physical challenges get involved – and stay involved – in sports and fitness. CAF believes that participation in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence, and enhances quality of life. Since 1994, more than $178 million has been raised and over 48,000 funding requests from challenged athletes in all 50 states and 70 countries have been satisfied. CAF is headquartered in San Diego with regional presence in New York City, San Francisco and Boise, Idaho. CAF is seeking a high-level, fractional HR professional to join our team on a short-term basis (3–6 months) that has potential to be extended and/or go full-time. This role reports to the CEO and is ideal for a seasoned HR leader who is energized by mission-driven work and comfortable operating both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment. This engagement requires presence in the office two days per week and is a contract, 1099 position.

Responsibilities: Provide day-to-day HR support across employee relations, performance management, and general HR operations Act as trusted partner to leadership on organizational structure and all people-related matters. Support ongoing initiatives related to capacity, process improvements, and operational effectiveness Manager recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding processes Ensure compliance with employment legislation across all regions Work with legal counsel when necessary Create & manage employee engagement programs, feedback mechanisms, and recognition frameworks Help stabilize and advance HR processes during a period of departmental transition Qaulifications 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience Excellent executive communication and coaching abilities. Ability to operate in ambiguity with action-oriented, pragmatic solutions. Strong background in employee relations and organizational design Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution Experience in nonprofit organizations is a plus Familiarity with California employment regulations required Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to build trust quickly

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