Director, Talent & Culture
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LocationHeadquarters
Also inKansas City, Missouri
Work modeon-site
SeniorityDirector
DepartmentTalent and Culture
Company size4+ people
PostedOct 9, 2026 · 4w ago
Verified live3d ago
At the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, we first listen to the communities we serve, tap into our learnings and relationships, and bring everyone together to build and support programs that improve education, boost entrepreneurship, and help Kansas City thrive.
Director, Talent & CultureThe Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.
Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
About the role
The Director, Talent & Culture is a strategic Talent and Culture (T&C) leader responsible for providing oversight and direction for the organization’s Benefits and Wellness, Talent Acquisition, and Employee Relations functions. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer (CPO), this role partners closely with leadership to execute people strategies that support organizational goals while ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws and benefit regulations.
The Director, Talent & Culture serves as a collaborative business partner, providing expertise in benefits administration, retirement plans, employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, and T&C operations. This position also leads cross-functional T&C initiatives, develops meaningful workforce metrics and reporting, and drives continuous improvement of T&C processes and programs. Ideal candidate will know how to lead, follow, execute and oversee.
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