Senior People Operations Generalist

Description

If you are a compassionate collaborator, putting people first, showing care and concern for all, where servant leadership is your passion, here’s your opportunity to become part of, and support Devereux’s outstanding Devereux Education Strategies and Solutions (DESS) team. This position is a remote position with occasional travel to Devereux locations as needed.

 

In this role, you will collaborate with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer:

• Compensation of $65,000 - $70,000per year based on experience.
• Excellent health benefits, effective 30 days after employment Click to learn more!
• Tuitionandstudent loan assistance through our ASCEND Program. Learn more HERE!
• A supportive, collaborative People Operations team that values high‑quality work and partnership.
• Servant Leadership culture where you can be your authentic self at work.
• An opportunity to make a nationwide impact by supporting Devereux’s educational programs.

Devereux’s DESS People Operations/Human Resources Department responsibilities include:

• Provide HR consultation and support to Center managers and staff across areas such as recruitment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, retention, safety, communications, and compliance.
• Offer employee relations counseling, conduct investigations and exit interviews, and represent the organization in unemployment, workers’ compensation, and PHRC/EEOC matters.
• Collaborate with the National People Operations Director and Center leadership to design and implement effective retention strategies.
• Maintain and manage HR data in Oracle, including data entry, reporting, and monitoring for accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives, including recognition, reward, celebration, and motivation programs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by monitoring and supporting adherence to federal, state, licensing, and school‑based requirements; maintain accurate, audit‑ready personnel records.
• Model Servant Leadership and belonging values through inclusive behaviors, continuous learning, and proactive education for employees

 

About DESS:

Devereux Educational Strategies and Solutions (DESS) provides support to schools around early learning, academic interventions, safety practices and the assessment and treatment of students with complex behaviors, cognitive challenges and communication needs. We use evidence-based practices with an emphasis on assisting school systems with special education populations.

 

What is People Operations?

Many organizations now use the term “People Operations” to reflect a strategic, data‑driven focus on people and culture. At Devereux, People Operations serves as a trusted partner to our centers and departments—supporting strong, people‑centered decisions that benefit employees, the individuals we serve, and the organization as a whole. #sponsored

Qualifications

The successful People Operations Generalist will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in People Operations/Human Resources or related field; PHR preferred. A master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of People Operations/HR experience across core functions including employee relations, full‑cycle recruitment, performance management, workers’ compensation, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and training.
• Experience in Behavioral Health or Education settings preferred.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Oracle, myAvatar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success in end‑to‑end recruitment (job postings, screening, interviewing, hiring).
• Skilled in employee relations, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels and provide guidance and training.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing shifting priorities with strong judgment and timely decision-making.
• Detail‑oriented, systems‑minded Servant Leader with strong customer service, accountability, and follow‑through.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Company Overview 

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.    

 

Our Mission:Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.    

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. 

 

Our Culture, Our Expectations  

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.  

 

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. 

 

What Devereux Offers You 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;  

 

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. 

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program. 

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!  

 

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE