Human Resources Manager

DEAR INTERESTED APPLICANT,

Renovation Church is a fast-growing community that is passionate about following Jesus and helping others do the same. We recently moved into a brand new 45,000 square foot church building, and our church has grown in attendance from 500 to over 2,800 people in just the past few years. The Human Resources Manager at Renovation Church oversees all core HR functions, including hiring and onboarding, payroll administration, employee relations, and compliance with employment laws and best practices. This role supports a healthy staff culture, operational excellence, and alignment with the mission and core values of Renovation Church. The ideal candidate is highly organized, people-centered, and experienced in managing HR processes within a growing organization. Renovation Church is a Bible-believing church and is affiliated with Converge. To learn more about who we are as a church, visit RenovationChurch.org.

QUALIFICATIONS

LIFESTYLE

• Personal, growing, and mature relationship with Jesus Christ

• Demonstrates consistent lifestyle and is of strong character

• Demonstrates a humble and teachable attitude

• Responsible and reliable in work and life

• Alignment with the mission, core values, and statement of faith of Renovation Church

GIFTEDNESS AND ABILITIES

Required

• 3 years of experience in human resources management or a generalist HR role
• Strong working knowledge of employment law, payroll practices, and HR operations
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
• Proficiency with payroll systems and common office software
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a ministry environment

Preferred

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM‑CP, or similar)
• Experience working in a church, nonprofit, or faith-based organization
• Familiarity with Minnesota employment laws
• Experience supporting organizations with 20–50 employees

RESPONSIBILITIES

Hiring & Onboarding

• Lead and manage the full-cycle hiring process for all staff positions, including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, and offer processes
• Partner with Directors to clarify staffing needs and job descriptions
• Ensure consistent, equitable, and legally compliant hiring practices
• Oversee onboarding for new hires, including orientation, paperwork, training coordination, and first 90-day support

Payroll & Compensation

• Manage payroll processing in coordination with finance/accounting staff as well as external payroll providers
• Ensure accurate classification of employees and contractors (exempt/non‑exempt)
• Maintain payroll records, timekeeping systems, and compensation data
• Support annual compensation reviews and adjustments in alignment with leadership direction and budget

Human Resources Operations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions related to HR policies, benefits, payroll, and employment practices
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR systems with accuracy and confidentiality
• Administer benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and communication
• Track and manage employee leaves, accommodations, and workplace needs

Employee Relations & Culture

• Support a healthy, Christ-centered workplace culture rooted in trust, accountability, and care
• Provide guidance to leadership and staff on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and performance concerns
• Assist managers with performance management processes, feedback, and documentation
• Promote staff development, well-being, and retention

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Maintain and update employee handbook, HR policies, and procedures
• Support investigations, documentation, and corrective action processes when needed
• Assist with audits, insurance requests, and HR-related reporting

Strategic HR Support

• Advise executive leadership in regards to organizational health and HR best practices
• Support workforce planning and organizational growth initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve HR systems, processes, and staff experience

Report Directly to the Operations Director

• Meet regularly with the Operations Director to report strengths and weaknesses of the ministry, to be held accountable for job responsibilities, and also to better develop personal leadership.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person