Assistant Director of Human Resources

The Catholic Diocese of Sioux Falls is seeking an experienced professional to serve in the role of Assistant Director of Human Resources. The Assistant Director serves to support the Director of Human Resources in managing comprehensive human resource operations for the Diocese of Sioux Falls. This position oversees recruitment, benefits administration, compliance reporting, employee relations, compensation analysis, and training initiatives across all diocesan locations. The Assistant Director serves as a strategic partner to leadership while ensuring HR practices align with Catholic teachings, diocesan values, and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Benefits Administration & Compliance:

• Provide daily oversight to the Benefit Generalist

• Conduct employee benefit meetings and help with questions about coverage

• Prepare and manage coverage continuation documents and payments

• Resolve HSA issues and balance HSA accounts

• Manage the monthly benefit communications process

• Manage invoicing system for annual pricing changes and location enrollment changes

• Complete federal reporting requirements and system clean-up

• Conduct Summary of Plan Design reviews

• Create and maintain Open Enrollment communications

• Oversee billing transactions and reconcile variances

Recruitment & Onboarding:

• Conduct new hire on-boarding meetings

• Assist with recruitment processes for diocesan positions

• Create job descriptions and write job posts

• Update and maintain job board postings

• Process resumes and request cover letters as needed

• Monitor resumes to identify issues with postings

Compensation & Analytics:

• Conduct salary surveys and market research

• Support compensation analysis and salary administration processes

• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and analytics for leadership review

Policy & Compliance:

• Update and maintain Employee Handbook

• Review and recommend updates to HR policies

• Communicate recordkeeping requirements to diocesan locations

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and church employment regulations

Training & Development:

• Identify and present training topics to pastorate business managers

• Conduct staff training sessions on HR policies and procedures

• Develop and deliver training programs for employees and supervisors

Employee Relations & Culture:

• Serve as Chair of the Culture Committee

• Maintain accurate employee personnel records

• Serve as point of contact for Worker's Compensation claims

• Support employee relations initiatives across diocesan locations

Essential Qualifications

1) Primary:

• Willingness and ability to effectively make known the Catholic Church's teachings through the varied ministry activities expected of this position
• Willingness and ability to act as a personal witness to the Catholic faith and religion by living both one's professional and personal life in accordance with the doctrines and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, as embodied in the various documents of the Roman Catholic Church, including, without limitation, the Catechism of the Roman Catholic Church

2) Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required (Master's degree preferred)

• PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preferred

3) Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive human resources experience

• Experience with benefits administration, including ACA compliance and COBRA administration

• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law and HR best practices

• Experience with HRIS systems, payroll systems, and benefits administration platforms

• Experience with recruitment and onboarding processes

4) Other Elements:

• Strong understanding of Catholic Church structure, teachings, and values

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and exercising discretion

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various diocesan locations as needed

• Proficiency with human resources information systems

• Experience with financial reconciliation and general ledger processes

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An understanding and working knowledge of all desktop applications included in the Microsoft Office Suite and various web applications

• Proficiency with HRIS systems, payroll systems, benefits administration platforms, and job board management

• Strong knowledge of ACA compliance, COBRA administration, HSA regulations, and worker's compensation processes

• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment to think strategically, multitask, and conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines

• Proven communication skills, and ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals while maintaining strict confidentiality

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across all organizational levels

• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations

• Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy, and professionalism

• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Experience conducting training sessions and presenting to groups

• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and analytics for leadership review

• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget reconciliation and GL account management

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to lead committees and facilitate collaborative initiatives

TO APPLY:

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, faith-centered work environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to serve the Bishop's mission. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Twila Roman, HR Director, at troman@sfcatholic.org. Questions may be directed to Twila by calling (605)988-3741.