HR Manager
CodePath is a national non-profit that is reprogramming higher education to create the most diverse generation of software engineers, CTOs, and founders. We deliver industry-vetted courses and career support centered on the needs of Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, and low-income students. Our students train with senior engineers, intern at top companies, and rise together to become the tech leaders of tomorrow. As of 2023, we've served 10,000 students a year nationwide, and we plan to scale up to ~100,000 students a year by 2028.
Founded in 2017, CodePath has taught over 26,000 students and delivered courses across over 110 universities. We are supported by some of the largest and most well-respected organizations, including Amazon, Andreessen Horowitz, Blue Meridian Partners, Comcast, Google, JP Morgan Chase, Knight Foundation, Meta, New Profit, and Salesforce, among others. In 2024, CodePath was recognized as one of the Most Innovative Companies in Education by Fast Company.
** We will never ask for bank information or for you to download any programs as part of our job application process and initial communications to applicants will be sent directly from our HR department.
About the Role
Location: Remote, United States
Duration: FTE
Reports To: VP of HR and Finance
Compensation: $80,000 to $100,000 per year
Our success is driven by a small and fast team that believes deeply in creating significant, lasting social change that fosters a more equitable and diverse tech landscape. Now, we’re looking for an HR Manager who shares our ambition, creativity, and commitment to action to help scale our impact even further.
Your work goes beyond traditional HR functions by touching the lives of thousands and creating pathways for the most underrepresented in tech. You will implement unique HR strategies, foster a culture of innovation and inclusion, and drive operational excellence within our rapidly growing and fast moving team.
Key Responsibilities
- You'll streamline HR operations, from payroll to compliance, ensuring our foundation is as strong as our vision. Your work will ensure that as we grow, our team members feel supported, valued, and driven
- Through your expertise in talent management and organizational development, you'll ensure CodePath is not just a place to work, but a place to grow, learn, and thrive. You'll develop and retain the best talent, keeping us ahead in our mission-driven journey
- Your ability to operationalize our strategic vision will be key in enhancing our organizational culture and efficiency. You’ll bring HR strategies to life, managing programs and processes that bolster our team through periods of rapid growth
- You’ll develop and lead initiatives that enrich our fully remote workplace, ensuring it's a model of diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Your efforts will foster a sense of belonging and motivate our team to achieve their best
Qualifications
- At least three years of experience in human resource management, preferably within a fast-growing tech or education-focused organization to understand the unique challenges and opportunities in these settings
- Experience working in mission-driven environments, demonstrating a passion for social impact and equity
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification highly desired, showcasing a commitment to professional development and expertise in HR
- Ability to develop and implement uniquely innovative HR strategies within areas like compliance, benefits, payroll, and employee relations that align with our mission and support organizational growth
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build trust and strong relationships at all levels of the organization
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to make informed decisions quickly and effectively
- Comfortable with HRIS and modern talent management systems, leveraging technology to enhance HR functions and employee experience
Join Us!
If you're ready to take on a role where your actions will have a direct impact on the future of tech education and make a difference in thousands of lives, we want to hear from you!
Share your journey with us and let us know why you're the perfect fit to champion our HR efforts at CodePath.
Pay range
$80,000—$100,000 USD
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision premiums paid at 90% for FT positions and their dependents
- Flexible vacation and sick time policy with 12 company paid holidays plus a week long "winter break" office closure from Christmas to New Years. Employees take the time when they need it
- Flexible workplace and work schedule
- CodePath provides a laptop, monitor, and ergonomic office setup
- Annual professional development stipend
- Ability to voluntarily contribute pre and post-tax earnings to our 401k plan
- Employer Provided Short Term Disability and 10 weeks paid leave to support our employees in growing their family
- A commitment to developing leaders from within the organization
- Frequent opportunities to connect with students, universities, and communities we serve
- Opportunities to engage, collaborate and partner with top technology companies, venture capitalists, and engineering leaders
About the Current Team
We are individuals from a multitude of backgrounds, experiences, and unlikely stories, all connected by a single dream: a world in which regardless of background, socioeconomic status, gender, or race all people have pathways to reach their full potential.
With a staff and board that cares deeply about diversity and equity, we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a richer work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission.
Note: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive at CodePath to apply for this role.