Director of Human Resources - Hiring Now

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.

• 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.