Associate Executive Director of Human Resources

About The Arc Lexington Our mission: We empower people with autism and disabilities to live their best lives, every day, by partnering with their families, our employees, and our community. The Arc Lexington provides services and supports in Fulton, Albany, and Schoharie Counties to approximately 1,300 children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, mental illness, cerebral palsy, physical disabilities, epilepsy, and traumatic brain injuries. Lexington's person-first approach puts the emphasis on each person's needs, wants, and desires rather than their disability. From how we structure program activities to the language we use at our agency, we are committed to fostering an environment where the people we support are not only respected and valued, but also play an integral role in Lexington's day-to-day operations. Lexington continues to expand and diversify while remaining deeply committed to our core values and mission of excellence – making Lexington a great place for people with disabilities and for our employees. Our programs and services include residential, day habilitation, community supports, autism support services, Article 16 Clinic, employment supports, guardianship, and supports for people with traumatic brain injuries. Also, a program of Lexington is Transitions, supporting teens and young adults with autism and other learning differences with college, career, and independent life. The Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts is a year-round community arts center for people of all ages and abilities that is also part of Lexington’s programming. Flame is Lexington’s world-renowned rock band comprised of seven talented musicians who happen to have disabilities. Lexington also has two fundraising entities, the Legacy of Love (Schoharie County) and the Lexington Foundation.

The Arc Lexington

We support adults and children with developmental disabilities in Fulton, Schoharie and Albany Counties of NY State.

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thearclexington.org

1,001-5,000 employees

Individual and Family Services

Gloversville, New York

1953

Nonprofit

629 LinkedIn followers

• Provide executive leadership and accountability for Human Resources, including workforce planning, recruitment and retention, employee relations, performance management, compensation practices, compliance, and HR systems.
• Oversee Staff Training to ensure effective regulatory training, employee competency development, and professional learning opportunities.
• Lead and develop HR and Training department leaders, establishing clear expectations, performance measures, and accountability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team on complex workforce, employee relations, and organizational matters.
• Partner with the CEO to assess leadership capabilities, identify future leadership needs, and develop targeted succession plans for senior and critical leadership positions.
• Strengthen leadership development initiatives and create opportunities to prepare talented employees for greater responsibility.
• Support organizational effectiveness, leadership transitions, and change initiatives while maintaining Lexington's strong organizational culture.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible HR leadership experience, including significant senior management or executive-level responsibility.
• Demonstrated success leading complex HR functions and managing through experienced department leaders.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, workforce management, and HR best practices.
• Experience in leadership development, talent assessment, succession planning, or organizational development.
• Strong business acumen, sound judgment, and the ability to balance strategic priorities with operational accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or related professional certification preferred.
• The successful candidate will be an experienced HR leader who combines strong operational and strategic judgment with a commitment to developing people and strengthening the organization for the future.
• The Arc Lexington is a recognized leader in providing innovative, person-centered services and opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our success reflects the dedication of our employees, the strength of our leadership, and our commitment to excellence.
• We are seeking an executive who will build on that foundation and help prepare Lexington for the future.