Sr. Director, HR Business Partner

Job Summary

OpenGov is looking for a Sr. Director, HR Business Partner to serve as a strategic partner to leadership, shaping the people priorities that help the business scale while strengthening the culture that makes OpenGov a mission-driven place to work. You'll counsel executives and leaders across the organization on complex HR matters, translating business goals into people strategy in a fast-changing environment. Your leadership will directly shape employee engagement, performance, and talent planning as OpenGov grows.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner to leaders, helping them achieve business results while strengthening team performance, culture, and retention
• Develop and drive HR programs and initiatives across performance management, compensation, employee development, and succession planning
• Coach leaders to build strong performance management capability, including delivering effective feedback and addressing issues directly
• Lead organizational design, re-org, and change management efforts, including acquisition integration work
• Champion an AI-native culture within the Pune HR team and across the business, redesigning how teams work
• Analyze people trends and metrics to identify opportunities and shape people strategy, programs, and policy
• Assist in building and deliver training and development content across the company, creating tailored paths for client groups
• Partner with Legal and HR Centers of Excellence to ensure consistent, compliant HR practice across the organization
• Act as a champion and advocate for OpenGov's culture and values at every level of the company

Requirements and Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• 12+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience advising senior and executive leadership
• Strong knowledge of HR operational practice, including employee relations, compensation, leave management, and employment law
• Exceptional judgment and communication skills, with the ability to navigate difficult conversations and push back when needed
• Excellent priority setting and project/time management skills with the flexibility and adaptability to respond to shifting business needs
• High professional standards and a strong customer experience mentality with an energetic, positive attitude can quickly build partnerships, relationships, and trust
• Experience using AI-native tools to accelerate workflows and improve efficiency
• Experience scaling HR functions in a high-growth environment preferred
• Proficiency with HRIS, engagement survey tools, and performance management systems

Compensation

Chicago, IL: $200,000 - $246,000

On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.

The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.

Opportunity to Innovate

The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything-from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.

A Team of Passionate, Driven People

This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dubuque, Dallas, and Pune.

A Place to Make Your Mark

We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.

Benefits

Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.