Shape the people strategies that empower a mission-driven organization to do its best work through its people

Position Overview

As the Chief People & Culture Officer (CPCO) at Sigma Nursing, you will shape and steward the strategies that define how our people experience work, grow in their roles, and contribute to our mission. Your work will ensure that culture is not just an idea, but a lived experience reflected in how we lead, communicate, make decisions, and support one another across the organization.

In this role, you will partner closely with the CEO and executive leadership team (ELT) to align people strategy with organizational priorities. You will lead and develop the existing People & Culture team, building on their strengths while identifying opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and overall impact. Together, you will deliver initiatives across talent management, employee experience, organizational design, performance, and leadership development.

People & Culture is an enablement function within the organization, and you will play a key role in strengthening that impact. While your team does not directly serve our nursing members, your work directly supports the staff who do. You will ensure that leaders and teams have the clarity, tools, and support they need to perform at a high level, make informed decisions, and sustain long-term success.

You will also serve as a trusted advisor and coach to leaders at all levels, helping them navigate complex people decisions with clarity, empathy, and accountability. From strengthening feedback and performance practices to supporting organizational change, your influence will help create an environment where both people and performance can thrive.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring a thoughtful, people-centered approach to leadership, along with the ability to translate strategy into practical, sustainable action. You understand that strong culture and strong performance are deeply connected, and you know how to build systems and develop leaders in a way that supports both.

This is a hybrid and remote-friendly role, open to U.S.-based professionals local to the Indianapolis, Indiana area and nationwide.

The starting salary range for this position is $95,000 - $105,000; offers are made within this range to ensure equity, consistency, and fiscal responsibility.

A Day in the Life

Your day often begins by connecting with the People & Culture team and identifying where the team may need additional support, clarity, or direction. You may start with an early morning meeting with the CEO or executive team, aligning on organizational priorities, upcoming changes, or sensitive people-related decisions that require both strategic thinking and thoughtful communication.

Throughout the day, you move between advising leaders and shaping systems. You might spend part of your morning coaching a manager through a performance concern or navigating a complex team dynamic, helping them balance empathy with accountability. Later, you could be working with your team to refine performance management practices, strengthen onboarding experiences, or design leadership development initiatives that build capability across the organization.

You also dedicate time to ensuring that culture is intentional and embedded. This may include reviewing employee feedback, identifying patterns in engagement or retention, and partnering with leaders to address root causes, not just symptoms. You are often translating values into action, ensuring that expectations around communication, collaboration, and accountability are clear, consistent, and lived out across teams.

No two days are exactly the same, but each one requires you to balance big-picture strategy with real-time decision-making. Whether you’re guiding change, strengthening systems, or supporting leaders through challenging moments, your work ensures that the organization remains a place where people can do their best work and where culture and performance grow together.

You Would Thrive in This Position If:

• You have earned a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in human resources, organizational leadership, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• You hold an HR certification or credential (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GPHR).
• You bring five to seven years of demonstrated progressive leadership experience in human resources, people operations, or organizational leadership, including executive-level responsibility—preferably in an association, nonprofit, or global organization.
• You have a proven ability to design and implement enterprise-wide people strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• You bring extensive experience in organizational development, culture transformation, and leadership development.
• You have a strong knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and HR best practices.
• You have demonstrated ability to influence at the executive level and lead through complexity and change.

Who We Are

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (also known as Sigma Nursing or Sigma) is a global nursing organization with more than 100 years of impact, but what really sets us apart is how we support people—both the nurses we serve and the team members who make our work possible. We’re a community-oriented group of approximately 60 employees based in Indianapolis, Indiana, working in a remote-friendly environment. At Sigma, you’ll find a culture that values accountability, growth, and purpose. We offer strong health and retirement benefits, support professional development, and encourage open communication and collaboration across teams. If you’re looking for a place where your work matters and your growth is supported, you’ll feel right at home here.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the global nursing community we serve. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today and help drive Sigma’s mission forward—building a stronger, more connected global nursing community.

About Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (a.k.a. Sigma Nursing) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1922 by six nurses in Indianapolis, Indiana, and now operates globally with a mission to develop nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere. With a vision of connected, empowered nurse leaders transforming global healthcare, Sigma emphasizes values of love, courage, and honor, reflected in its name's Greek origins. The organization offers a collaborative and inclusive workplace, inviting talented, mission-driven professionals to join its efforts in driving meaningful change through recognition, education, and global opportunities. Sigma is committed to fostering a diverse and supportive environment for all team members.

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