Career Center

With a name like First Bank, of course we believe there is power in one!  We believe one person can make a difference.  One leader can set the pace to make a difference for each and every person we have the privilege to serve.  Join us in our commitment to build the best teams, the best brand, and the best culture at First Bank. 

On behalf of our client, First Bank, we are conducting a search for the SVP Director of Human Resources who provides executive-level Human Resources (HR) leadership and guidance to the organization. Responsible for setting, administering, and evaluating legally compliant human resources policies, procedures, and best practices, and identifying and implementing long-range strategic talent management goals. Collaborates with the company’s management team to lead all initiatives in human resources related to becoming an employer of choice with a commitment to an inclusive and diverse work force and ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal laws.  Strives for optimum efficiency and effectiveness of the HR department. Fosters a workforce that is developed and equipped to meet the Bank’s strategic objectives.

First Bank opened for business in 1907 in Strasburg, Virginia.  A true community bank, First Bank offers financial products and services throughout its market area, a loan production office, two customer service centers in retirement communities, and 20 bank office locations in the Shenandoah Valley, the central regions of Virginia, the Roanoke Valley, and the city of Richmond.  With over 200 employees and growing, First Bank serves and supports our service areas through countless community and economic initiatives.

Position reports to the CEO and is part of the Executive Team serving as the primary contact to the Compensation Committee of the Board.  Located primarily at the Winchester Financial Center with the Executive Team.  Come grow with us! Learn more at www.fbvirginia.com.

Summary of Job Responsibilities and Requirements

• Manages and/or oversees all aspects of the HR department, to include all duties and functions of the HR managers and HR generalist / Payroll specialist.
• Collaborates with executive leadership to define the organization’s long-term mission and goals; identifies ways to support this mission through talent management.
• Supports the mission and goals of the Bank including an inclusive, diverse, engaged and action-oriented culture.
• Oversight of the employee life cycle delivery and experience to include attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, retention, and separation effectively leveraging systems and software; lead recruiter for senior management roles.
• Collaborates with the HR team in developing short and long-range goals and objectives.
• Identifies and interprets key performance indicators for the organization’s human resource and talent management functions; assesses the organization’s success and market competitiveness based on these metrics.
• Researches, develops, implements, and measures for success executive and employee compensation, benefits, training and development, performance appraisal, and employee incentive and rewards programs.
• Advises and fosters communications to include but not limited to new hire orientation, onboarding, policies and procedures, employee surveys, employee handbook and overall employee relations.
• Provides guidance and leadership to the HR and management team on more complex matters of human resource, compensation, and benefits questions, concerns, and issues.
• Ensures compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, and other laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Maintains and leverages knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices in employment law, human resources, and talent management for continuous and process improvement.
• Drafts, implements, and evaluates the organization’s staffing budget, the budget for the HR department and related vendor management and negotiations.
• Consults with appropriate management members and legal counsel, in resolving complex employment related issues whether internal complaints, external complaints or lawsuits. Conduct fact-based investigations and complete the necessary documentation.
• Acts as Affirmative Action Officer.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, or related area. Master’s degree highly preferred.

• At least ten years progressive experience in human resource management and in varied disciplines including, but not limited to: compensation, benefits, organizational development, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• National HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP or related), Talent Management or Compensation / Benefits certification credential highly preferred.
• Professional services industry experience highly desirable (e.g., financial, legal)
• Effective supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Typical full-time, Monday - Friday primarily on-site work schedule.
• Successfully complete pre-employment background screening.

APPLY by sending your resume and cover letter to HR@warrenwhitney.com.   This position will remain open until filled. 

EOE M/F/D/V on behalf of our client, Warren Whitney reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.

About First Bank

With a name like First Bank, of course we believe there is power in one! We believe one person can make a difference. One leader can set the pace to make a difference for each and every person we have the privilege to serve. Join us in our commitment to build the best teams, the best brand, and the best culture at First Bank.

Connections working at First Bank