Full-Time, Salary, Exempt. On-site Monday-Friday.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Retirement Savings Plan available
Paid Time Off for: Personal, Vacation, Sick, Jury Duty, Bereavement and Holidays
REQUIRED: Cover Letter, Resume and completed St. Andrew’s Employment Application.
SUMMARY
The Director of Human Resources manages aspects of human resources of the church in order to promote a positive culture in the organization; and provide expertise in the recommendation, implementation and management of the church's Human Resources programs, processes and systems.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Organizational Development
- Collaborate with the Senior Executive Pastor and other senior leadership to architect and execute a comprehensive human capital strategy that supports the church’s mission and growth.
- Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design to ensure the church is positioned for long-term sustainability and impact.
- Serve as a strategic thought partner in change management, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
Talent Acquisition & Development
- Direct the full-cycle talent acquisition strategy, ensuring alignment with ministry and operational needs while cultivating a diverse and mission-aligned workforce.
- Partner with department and ministry leaders to forecast staffing needs and build robust talent pipelines.
- Leverage the church’s existing learning management system (LMS) to coordinate and promote internal development opportunities, including leadership enrichment, skills enhancement, and career growth pathways.
- Lead onboarding strategy and execution in collaboration with external HR partner.
Employee Relations
- Provide executive-level counsel on sensitive employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance management, and workplace investigations.
- Partner with external HR resources to ensure timely and compliant handling of complex personnel issues.
HR Operations & Compliance
- Ensure enterprise-wide compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, as well as internal church policies.
- Lead strategic compensation planning and benefits optimization to support talent retention and equity.
- Oversee volunteer eligibility protocols, including live scan tracking and reporting.
- Manage relationships with outsourced HR partners to ensure seamless administration of workers’ compensation, leave of absence, and onboarding/offboarding processes.
- Serve as the internal lead for benefits administration, open enrollment, and policy development.
Systems & Reporting
- Spearhead the selection, implementation, and integration of HRIS, payroll, and application tracking systems to enhance data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.
- Lead cross-functional project management efforts related to HR technology and process improvements.
- Establish and monitor key HR metrics and dashboards to inform strategic planning and executive reporting.
- Active participant in a Christian church who affirms the mission and values of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) strongly preferred.
- 5 - 7 years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally within a faith-based or nonprofit environment.
- Proven ability to lead with emotional intelligence, discretion, and strategic foresight.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems; experience with HRIS implementation preferred.
WHY JOIN US?
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a purpose-driven organization through strategic HR leadership. You’ll join a passionate team committed to spiritual growth, community impact, and organizational excellence.
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