HR Integration & Planning Principal

USAA

. Define and evolve the association HR Enablement operating model, governance framework, and long-term strategic roadmap .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $164,780 - $314,960 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in HR Transformation, Governance Frameworks, and Organizational Effectiveness, with a proven ability to design and implement scalable operating models and strategic HR initiatives. Capable of advising senior leaders on change strategy and execution planning while leveraging metrics and insights for continuous improvement.

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HR TransformationGovernance FrameworksOrganizational EffectivenessPortfolio ManagementStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

HR Business PartneringChange Strategy ImplementationRisk ManagementExecution PlanningOperating Model DesignGovernance StandardsInitiative PrioritizationData AnalysisOrganizational DiagnosticsProgram Deployment

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingStructured Problem-SolvingInfluencing Executive LeadersBuilding AlignmentSynthesis of Complex Information

Industry Keywords

HR EnablementComplex OrganizationsCross-COE InitiativesStakeholder EngagementPractitioner Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and evolve the association HR Enablement operating model, governance framework, and long-term strategic roadmap
Establish governance, standards, and accountability mechanisms for prioritizing, deploying, and sustaining HR initiatives
Drive alignment across HR functions to ensure initiatives are coordinated, scalable, and executable
Define association strategies to improve practitioner experience, reduce complexity, and increase execution effectiveness
Lead association enablement and operating model transformation efforts
Advise senior leaders on enablement strategy, implementation risk, organizational readiness, and change capacity
Establish processes to evaluate initiative prioritization, implementation capacity, and organizational readiness across the HR portfolio
Leverage association metrics, practitioner insights, and operational performance data for strategic decisions and continuous improvement
Identify, measure, monitor, and control risks associated with business activities in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience
12 years of progressive Human Resources experience
Significant experience in HR Business Partner, HR transformation, organizational effectiveness, HR enablement, or HR leadership roles
Demonstrated experience shaping association people strategies, operating models, and organizational capabilities within complex, matrixed organizations
Demonstrated success designing and leading association-wide HR transformation, enablement, governance, or operating model initiatives
Experience shaping association approaches for HR program deployment, governance, prioritization, and practitioner enablement across multiple Centers of Excellence
Proven ability to design scalable operating models, governance frameworks, implementation methodologies, and execution processes
Experience establishing governance and portfolio management processes
Experience advising senior leaders on organizational effectiveness, practitioner experience, change strategy, implementation risk, and execution planning
Demonstrated success influencing executive decisions regarding association prioritization, adoption strategy, and implementation sequencing
Experience leveraging association metrics, practitioner insights, and operational performance data
Exceptional strategic thinking, organizational diagnostics, and structured problem-solving capabilities
Ability to translate strategy into practical execution
Ability to connect enterprise priorities, workforce trends, leadership direction, and organizational realities into an integrated HR strategy, roadmap, and operating plan
Demonstrated success integrating complex, cross-COE initiatives and driving alignment from strategy through execution
Deep experience with portfolio management and governance disciplines
Ability to translate complex HR strategies into scalable, executable approaches
Proven ability to influence executive leaders and build alignment and accountability across diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to synthesize complex information, risks, dependencies, and opportunities into strategic narratives and actionable recommendations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance, at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
401(k)
Pension
Life insurance
Parental benefits
Adoption assistance
Paid time off program
Paid holidays
16 paid volunteer hours
Various wellness programs
Career path planning
Continuing education assistance