Senior Manager of Human Resources & People Operations
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Organization Overview
The Economic Security Project (ESP) advocates for ideas that build economic power for all Americans by legitimizing bold concepts through cutting-edge research and the elevation of key champions. By winning concrete policy victories for communities in immediate need and provoking conventional wisdom, the organization actively shifts the boundaries of what is considered possible in the economic landscape. Their diverse team of academics, organizers, practitioners, and culture makers facilitates this change by disbursing grants, running targeted issue campaigns, developing creative interventions, and convening leaders to spur broader investment and collective action.
By convening thousands through strategic briefings and marquee events, ESP has successfully set a bold agenda for a more just political economy. Their advocacy led to the modernization of tax codes in over seven states and secured more than $1 trillion in direct relief for families during the pandemic, including a pivotal federal campaign for the expanded Child Tax Credit. These cash-based interventions famously “defied gravity” by reducing poverty in the midst of a recession. Beyond policy wins, they have fortified the field by investing over $25 million into groundbreaking research, grassroots coalitions, and narrative interventions that advance racial and economic justice. Through these efforts, they have moved once-radical ideas into the mainstream, championing a vision where individuals possess the agency to be the true authors of their own lives.
The Economic Security Project fosters a high-performance, remote-first culture rooted in accountability and growth. Committed to diversity and inclusion, ESP ensures its policies are informed by diverse lived experiences while investing heavily in professional development. ESP supports employee well-being through flexible remote work, regular office closures, and a five-year sabbatical program, balancing rigorous strategic planning with in-person connection and a spirited office culture.
You can learn more by visiting their website here.
About the Position
The Economic Security Project is looking for a skilled, people-centered project manager to join our team as Senior Manager of Human Resources and People Operations. Reporting to the Vice President of People, Finance, and Operations, and working in close partnership with the Chief of Staff, this role is responsible for translating ESP’s organizational values into a best-in-class staff experience. The Senior Manager plays a central role in ESP’s people operations, creating a positive experience throughout the employee life cycle, from building diverse talent pipelines and running a rigorous hiring process, to managing HR systems and compliance, to advancing our diversity and inclusion commitments, to supporting staff development and engagement throughout their time at ESP.
This role is well-suited for a driven professional who can juggle both strategic thinking and hands-on execution. The Senior Manager must be comfortable navigating ambiguity with ease in a fast-paced environment, bringing a low-ego, all-hands-on-deck approach to the work. They are capable of keeping the “trains running” on day-to-day responsibilities while simultaneously advancing the long-term strategic projects necessary to move the organization forward. Above all, the role requires someone who can balance immediate operational needs with the discipline and vision required to achieve lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resource Operations, 40%
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Serves as the first point of contact for employee questions and issues, escalating complex matters to the appropriate stakeholders as needed.
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Delivers an excellent staff experience by le