Director of Human Resources

MISSION STATEMENT: To transform lives through love and service.

SUMMARY: The Human Resources Director plans, directs and coordinates the organization’s human resources activities, strategic planning, managing talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, and employee relations while ensuring legal compliance. The Human Resources Director acts as a strategic partner to senior leadership to drive company culture, productivity, and organizational development. The Human Resources Director ensures the policies and procedures are in line with best practices and supports the mission and values of St. Vincent de Paul CARES.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at this time)

• Align HR initiatives with organizational goals to improve performance, talent management and organizational growth
• Administration and oversight of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development while fostering a positive workplace culture
• Identifies staffing and recruiting needs; develops and executes best practices for hiring and talent management.
• Conduct research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organization's human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system.
• Monitors and ensures the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
• Implement performance appraisal systems and develop training programs to encourage skill development in our workforce
• Supervise HR manager and Staff Development Specialist by providing guidance to support growth and skill development through weekly supervision 
• Develop and assess employee engagement experiences to ensure they align with the strategic direction of the organization
• Provide guidance and training to the management team on HR related topics and train on compliance issues to ensure the highest standards for the organization
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
• Familiarity with Human Resources Information Systems and using technology to achieve strategic goals and to work more efficiently
• Consult with legal counsel or the Chief of Administrative Services as necessary and as directed on personnel matters
• Formulate and execute organizational training plans and programs
• Actively participate in the PQI System to include Risk Management Committee, and HR Plans
• Performs other duties as required

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with all applicable training requirements
• Comply with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and procedures
• Comply with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs 
• Contribute positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team
• Perform other duties as necessary to fulfill the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OFFERED: 

• Health Insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Legal and ID Shield
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 120 hours of PTO accrued biweekly starting at day 1 of employment
• 13 Paid Holidays to include Employee’s birthday and Date of Hire
• 403(b) with employer match up to 3%

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.) 

• Able to speak, write and understand English 
• Possess basic computer skills
• Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic and economic groups
• Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task
• Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivated, and deliver results
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Possess strong work ethics
• Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening 
• Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business
• Must have reliable transportation
• Participate in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/ Reaccreditation process
• Mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion
• Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally 
• A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance
• Evidence of deep alignment with the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission and Values 

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.) 

• Ability to add value as both an individual contributor and active team member
• Ability to work with senior management with differing opinions
• Ability to build rapport quickly with key members of the executive team
• Ability to represent the Human Resource function as part of the bigger business picture
• Confident directing HR and advising managers on all aspects of people management and development

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (Pending on position and if prior to hire is approved by Chief Executive Officer, a comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum education qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or related field; Master’s degree in human resources or related field preferred
• PHR or SHRM-CP required
• Strong knowledge of HRIS systems and implementation experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience in human resources required

GENERAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be provided, if appropriate, to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions described in the job description. Working in an office/site requires prolonged sitting at the computer workstation, standing, bending, reaching, lifting up to 20 lbs. and some driving. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones, and other office equipment. It is also required to regularly sit, speak, and listen, the employee is also required to walk, use hands and fingers to type, operate equipment, and maintain records and notes. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

MENTAL DEMANDS: Must handle new and diverse work problems on a daily basis. Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must have the ability to listen objectively to people, perceive the real problem and assist in bringing issues to a successful conclusion. Must relate and interact with, volunteers, clients, contractors, visitors and employees at all levels within the Agency. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Environment will occasionally become noisy due to equipment operations and interactions among clients and staff. There may be the possibility of being exposed to communicable disease, possible exposure to verbal abuse or similar behavior from residents/clients. On an as needed basis, employees may be called upon to work outside of the established work schedule or work odd hours. All information associated with the Agency is confidential. 

St. Vincent de Paul CARES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.