Assistant Director of Human Resources

At The Arc Lexington, our employees are the heart of everything we do-and our HR team is here to support them every step of the way. We are seeking an experienced, compassionate, and strategic Assistant Director of Human Resources to lead our recruitment strategy, drive data-informed decision-making, and help create a supportive workplace for all. This is a rare opportunity to blend people leadership with analytics expertise in a role that supports nearly 1,600 employees across a high-impact, values-driven organization.

What You'll Do

• Lead Recruitment with Purpose
  • Oversee Lexington's hiring strategies to attract and retain top talent.
  • Partner with the Recruitment Manager to create strong pipelines and promote inclusive hiring.
  • Ensure alignment with workforce goals and Lexington's culture of care.
• Use Data to Drive Decisions
  • Build dashboards and analyze key HR metrics, such as recruitment, turnover, cost-per-hire, benefits use, etc.
  • Translate data into clear, actionable strategies for senior leadership.
  • Collaborate across HR, Benefits, and HRIS teams to ensure accuracy and insights.
• Supporting a Positive Workplace Culture
  • Handle employee relations concerns with fairness, confidentiality, and compassion.
  • Serve as a resource for managers on complex HR matters.
  • Promote consistency and legal compliance across all staff interactions.
• Being a Trusted HR Partner
  • Support the Director of HR and represent the department on strategic initiatives.
  • Mentor HR team members and foster cross-functional collaboration.
  • Model the Nurturing Environment culture that makes Lexington a great place to work.

What We're Looking For

Qualified applicants will have a bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or a related field. 3–5 years of progressive HR experience with a focus on recruitment and employee relations. 2+ years in a supervisory or team lead role. Hands-on experience using HR data and tools to support planning. A strong understanding of recruitment strategy, talent pipelines, and HR systems. Proficiency in Excel and HR platforms (HRIS, ATS). Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. A collaborative, calm, people-first leadership style. SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar certifications are preferred.

Why work at The Arc Lexington?

The Arc Lexington always strives to be the best possible employer. This means going to great lengths to ensure it is a great place to work, a place where employees feel valued, nurtured, and respected. Employees find fulfilling, meaningful careers at The Arc Lexington and enjoy being part of our family. The Arc Lexington employees have repeatedly voted us for several awards:

• 2013 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2014 - Voted #1 Large Workplace in the Capital District
• 2014 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2017 - Best Company to Work For in New York State
• 2022 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award & Times Union Meaningfulness Award

We hope you will join us in making a difference!

Apply Today!