Join Constructive Dialogue Institute as Director of People Operations and Earn Up to USD $140,000 Per Year
The demand for experienced human resources and people operations professionals continues to grow as mission-driven organizations expand their teams and strengthen workplace culture. Constructive Dialogue Institute is currently hiring a Director of People Operations, a senior-level remote opportunity designed for professionals with strong HR leadership experience and a passion for organizational growth, employee engagement, and culture development.
This fully remote position offers experienced HR professionals the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing nonprofit organization focused on improving communication and collaboration across differences in educational institutions throughout the United States.
About Constructive Dialogue Institute
Constructive Dialogue Institute (CDI) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to equipping students, educators, and institutions with the tools needed to foster constructive dialogue and healthy communication across differing perspectives.
The organization works closely with colleges and universities across the United States by offering:
- Co-curricular student programs
- Professional development for faculty and staff
- Leadership support and strategic guidance
- Organizational culture and communication initiatives
CDI was co-founded by renowned psychologist and author Jonathan Haidt, known for bestselling books including The Righteous Mind and The Anxious Generation.
As the organization continues to grow rapidly, CDI is seeking experienced leadership to help strengthen its people systems, employee experience, and organizational culture.
About the Director of People Operations Role
The Director of People Operations role is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing HR systems, employee engagement, organizational culture, talent strategies, and operational growth.
CDI has experienced significant expansion in recent years, growing its workforce rapidly while maintaining a mission-driven and collaborative environment. The selected candidate will play a key role in ensuring the organization’s people practices evolve effectively alongside organizational growth.
This role reports directly to the Vice President of Operations and works closely with leadership teams, managers, and employees across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will oversee several important areas of people operations and organizational development.
Culture and Employee Engagement
A major focus of the role involves maintaining and strengthening CDI’s organizational culture during a period of rapid growth. Responsibilities include:
- Leading employee engagement initiatives
- Supporting onboarding and internal training programs
- Managing organizational meetings and communications
- Strengthening feedback systems and workplace collaboration
- Promoting a connected and mission-driven remote culture
The organization places significant value on creating a workplace environment built on intellectual humility, adaptability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Manager Support and Leadership Development
The Director of People Operations will also support managers and leadership teams by helping improve communication, accountability, and team effectiveness.
Responsibilities include:
- Coaching managers on leadership and employee relations
- Supporting performance management systems
- Strengthening employee development practices
- Addressing team challenges and workplace concerns
- Enhancing leadership effectiveness across departments
This aspect of the role is ideal for HR professionals who enjoy mentoring leaders and helping organizations build healthy, high-performing teams.
HR Operations and Compliance
The role also includes overseeing HR operations and ensuring compliance across a multi-state workforce.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing compensation review processes
- Overseeing HR systems and policies
- Supporting benefits and vendor management
- Ensuring compliance with employment laws
- Maintaining employee handbook materials and HR documentation
The organization partners with HR service providers to manage operational systems effectively while maintaining strong internal people practices.
Talent Strategy and Organizational Growth
As CDI continues to expand, the Director of People Operations will help strengthen recruitment systems and workforce planning strategies.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting talent acquisition and hiring processes
- Managing and mentoring the People Operations Generalist
- Improving candidate experience and recruitment systems
- Supporting organizational planning and team structure development
- Building scalable systems to support long-term growth
The role requires professionals who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership.
Skills and Qualifications
CDI is seeking experienced HR professionals with strong people operations backgrounds and leadership capabilities.
Preferred qualifications include:
- At least 7 years of HR or People Operations experience
- Minimum 3 years in a senior leadership or generalist role
- Experience supporting rapidly growing organizations
- Knowledge of compensation, compliance, employee relations, and recruitment
- Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills
- Ability to navigate sensitive workplace situations with professionalism and empathy
Candidates should also demonstrate alignment with CDI’s mission and organizational values centered around collaboration, adaptability, research, and continuous improvement.
Benefits and Compensation
The organization offers a competitive compensation package and a remote-first work environment designed to support employee wellness and flexibility.
Benefits include:
- Annual salary ranging from USD $120,000 to $140,000
- Unlimited paid time off
- Remote work flexibility
- Home office reimbursement support
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional development funding
- Retirement contributions and parental leave support
These benefits reflect the organization’s commitment to maintaining a positive and sustainable employee experience.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through the organization’s official careers platform or submit inquiries via email at careers@constructivedialogue.org.
More information about the organization is available through Constructive Dialogue Institute.
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