Summary
Description
Developmental Pathways (DP) is seeking an experienced Vice President of People to serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and provide strategic leadership for all aspects of Human Resources and Learning & Organizational Development. This is an opportunity to influence organizational strategy, drive meaningful culture initiatives, and help shape the future of an organization committed to service, inclusion, and continuous growth.
The Vice President of People will partner closely with the CEO, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Executive Team, and Board of Directors to ensure our workforce, leaders, and systems are positioned for long-term success. This role champions employee engagement, leadership development, diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, organizational effectiveness, and talent management while creating an environment where people and teams can thrive.
This is a hybrid work environment, with work in our Aurora office and off-site locations as needed. The position will require motor vehicle travel.
About Developmental Pathways (DP)
Started in 1964, DP is a nonprofit agency serving more than 15,000 individuals with disabilities and their families in Arapahoe, Douglas, and Elbert counties. We are a designated Case Management Agency (CMA) for long-term care services and are one of Colorado’s Community Centered Boards (CCB), connecting people to federal, state, county, and private funding. We are also Colorado’s largest Early Intervention (EI) provider and help connect young children to essential resources, serving the City of Aurora in addition. Our mission is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities/delays by partnering to provide expertise, support, and advocacy in their pursuit of a meaningful life.
At DP, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We want to give you the ability to grow and do what you love. We are committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with an organization that values integrity, innovation, partnership, and stewardship, you’ve come to the right place.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is $170k-$195k, compensation commensurate on experience.
- Health/dental/vision coverage
- Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Generous paid time off and holiday pay
- Flexible work schedule
- Monthly remote work stipend
- 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
- Mileage reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plan
- Discounts on auto and homeowners’ insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Credit union membership
- Employer-paid training
You Belong! To learn more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity, visit our website: https://www.dpcolo.org/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity/
Key Responsibilities
- Serves as the executive-level leader for People Strategies (HR and LOD), providing strategic vision and operational oversight for all related functions; ensures department strategic goals are aligned with the organization’s strategic plan
- In close collaboration with the CAO, CEO, Executive Team, and other key stakeholders, forecasts and implements related organizational strategies, department priorities, objectives, and goals
- Key executive leader in ensuring the organization and its workforce are equipped to execute our core commitments exceptionally well while also being prepared for future growth and expansion
- Works to understand, clarify, and strengthen cultural objectives and align workforce behaviors, processes, and practices with org. vision, mission, and values to reduce turnover, increase productivity, and enhance the employee experience
- Plans, develops, organizes, implements, directs, and evaluates the people resources function and performance (including Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Total Rewards and Payroll, Learning and Organizational Development, and Culture)
- Partners with HR & Training (LOD) leaders related to all phases of the employee lifecycle, including total rewards (compensation & benefits), employment branding, recruitment, on/offboarding, performance management, employee relations, change management, and technical and professional development to ensure alignment with culture and values
- Captures and analyzes key HR metrics, including staff satisfaction/engagement, for routine reporting and critical analysis of the HR function and the people resources of the organization; works to implement company-wide and/or departmental action plans based on results
- Creates programs and development experiences that help unlock the potential of individuals, leaders, teams, and the organization to drive a high-achieving, collaborative, and ongoing learning culture
- Tracks and drives the growth of the company’s leadership bench; promotes and fosters ongoing workforce and succession planning, internal mobility, and learning across teams
- Problem solves, advises, and recommends solutions to the Executive Team on people and workforce issues; informs the Executive Team of relevant issues that may impact the organization
In this role, you will:
- Build a highly engaged, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
- Strengthen leadership capability across the organization.
- Enhance workforce attraction, development, and retention strategies.
- Improve organizational readiness for growth and change.
- Leverage workforce data and analytics to inform business decisions.
- Ensure compliance while creating people-centered policies and practices.
- Develop future leaders and strengthen succession planning efforts.
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive Human Resources and/or Learning & Development leadership experience.
- Demonstrated success in a director-level or higher leadership role.
- Executive leadership experience overseeing multiple people-related functions and senior leaders.
- Comprehensive knowledge of:
- Talent Acquisition
- Employee Relations
- Learning & Development
- Performance Management
- Compensation & Benefits
- Payroll Administration
- Employment Law & Compliance
- Proven experience leading strategic initiatives, organizational transformation, and change management efforts.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to balance people priorities and organizational outcomes.
- Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field.
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or comparable senior HR certification.
- Experience supporting communications, employer branding, or culture initiatives.
- Experience within healthcare, human services, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations.
- Knowledge of Colorado employment practices and regulatory requirements.
- Familiarity with Medicaid HCBS workforce requirements and related compliance standards.
Why Join Us?
If you are a collaborative executive leader who thrives in mission-driven environments and is passionate about developing people, strengthening culture, and driving organizational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Application Deadline: Sunday, November 29, 2026 at 11:59 PM (MST)
