Title: Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer (EVP, CHRO)
Job Location: Livermore, CA
Hiring salary range: $300,000.00 - $400,000.00 annually
Fremont Bank founded in 1964, is one of the oldest independently owned banks in the Bay Area and is one of the top rated mid-tier banks in the nation. Voted a Top Workplace for 2023 and for the past thirteen consecutive years, Fremont Bank has an immediate opening for a Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer (EVP, CHRO) in Fremont, CA.
Position Overview
The Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer (EVP, CHRO) is a pivotal member of the executive leadership team, responsible for providing strategic direction and leadership in all aspects of Human Resources Management across the Bank. Reporting directly to the President, the EVP, CHRO oversees the development and implementation of HR strategies, policies, and programs to drive Bank success, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure the attraction, retention, and development of top talent.
Role and Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
Collaborate with the President and other members of the executive team to develop and execute the Bank's overall strategic plan.
Lead the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with the Bank's Mission, Vision, and Objectives.
Provide expert guidance on Bank's culture, work environment, workforce planning, and succession management to support long-term growth and sustainability.
Talent Acquisition and Retention:
Oversee all aspects of Talent Acquisition, including recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes, ensuring the Bank attracts and retains high-caliber talent.
Develop comprehensive workforce plans to address current and future talent needs, including strategies for talent development, retention, and succession planning.
Implement effective employer branding initiatives to enhance the Bank's reputation as an employer of choice.
Associate Development and Engagement:
Design and implement programs to foster associate engagement, satisfaction, and retention, including performance management, career development, and recognition initiatives.
Provide leadership and guidance to the HR team in delivering training and development programs to enhance associate skills and capabilities.
Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives to create a culture of belonging and respect within the Bank.
Total Rewards Management:
Develop and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs to attract, motivate, and retain associates.
Oversee the design and administration of associate benefit plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Partner with finance and other stakeholders to analyze and optimize total rewards investments in alignment with business objectives.
HR Operations and Compliance:
Ensure effective HR operations and systems are in place to support day-to-day HR functions, including HRIS, and associate records management.
Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices.
Monitor and assess HR metrics and analytics to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of HR programs, and drive continuous improvement.
Conduct objective and thorough investigations of associate complaints and concerns.
Organizational Culture and Change Management:
Promote a positive organizational culture that aligns with the Bank's values and fosters innovation, collaboration, and high performance.
Lead change management initiatives to support the Bank's transformation efforts and restructuring activities.
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on Bank's effectiveness and associate relations matters.
Lead Human Resources Team
Fremont Bank Committee Participation
Board Executive Committee
Executive Compensation Committee
Corporate Ambassadors
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At Fremont Bank, we know that community banking makes a difference to our customers, our business partners and our employees. After all, we were founded in 1964 - one of the oldest independently owned and managed bank in the Bay Area, headquartered in Fremont, of course. We've held to an unwavering commitment to providing the communities we serve with financial resources and building professional relationships second-to-none.