Chief People Officer - Fort Worth, TX

Company: Ratp Dev
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

We Move People Throughout the World
RATP Group has operated transit services for over 120 years. RATP Dev, a subsidiary of RATP
Group, offers services to maintain and operate urban networks and smart, sustainable cities in
13 countries on four continents, including North America. RATP Dev has grown to operate and
maintain buses, subways, streetcars, and light rail systems worldwide.

RATP Dev USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of RATP Dev, with a legacy of successfully managing
and operating transit systems throughout the United State since 1972, our 2,000-employee organization supports the transit needs of our 35 transit systems, to include 2 Streetcar operations. We are seeking a Chief People Officer (CPO) to lead the HR function for our organization, based out of our U.S. headquarters in Fort Worth, TX. About the job Cultivating our Greatest Asset
RATP Dev USA is in a growth pattern, thus the organizational health is acutely connected with the wellbeing and spirit of our workforce. Reporting to the CEO, the CPO is responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan, specifically in the areas of talent acquisition, talent development, policy and procedure enhancement, compensation, benefits, and payroll. Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. Our workforce is diverse, as we hire great people that reflect the composition of the communities we serve. We celebrate diversity and inclusion knowing that it strengthens our organization.

As CPO, you will serve as an HR business partner to the executive leadership team, corporate staff, and field general managers. This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is people focused and loves all things HR. An innovative data-focused strategist, who promotes team building, seeks new ways to advance morale and culture, and maximizes employee potential defines the leader we seek. Requirements Strategic
--- Develop and implement a human resources plan that aligns with the overall mission and strategy of the organization, resulting in innovative, best practices and policies that will service the full range of RATP Dev USA's HR needs and help build a high-performing culture of success, accountability, transparency and collaboration.
--- Gain an understanding of the organization and participate fully in all strategic deliberations. Act as a strategic partner to all members of the Senior Leadership Team, and provide insightful, innovative thinking and problem solving on critical HR issues.

Operational
--- Proactively manage resource allocation and maintain a competitive approach to recruiting and assimilating high-potential talent throughout our existing and potential transit systems. Advise on people programs and processes to enhance talent attraction, retention, development, and succession. Partner with finance in overseeing departmental budget and headcount.
--- Develop comprehensive approaches to employee development, retention and onboarding, including succession planning.
--- Oversee compensation practices and philosophy to ensure salary benchmarking and surveys are handled on a regular basis and in alignment with global goals.

Culture and Development
--- Develop relationships with the employees of RATP Dev USA and become someone who is sought for advice and counsel on HR, cultural, and organizational challenges. Benefits & how to apply --- A BS/BA degree from an accredited college/university; MBA or MA/MS in human resources or related field preferred.
--- A minimum of 15 years of HR experience, with at least five years of executive HR experience leading all functions of HR in similar sized multi-location organization.
--- SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
--- Experience working in a union environment.
--- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
--- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
--- Experience with Kronos HRIS is a plus.
--- Requires domestic travel as needed (and some infrequent international travel). Other requirements for the role RATP Dev USA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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