Human Resources Director

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Rockford, IL, USA
In-Office
68K-78K
Mid level
Professional Services • Social Impact
The Role
Lead and manage all HR functions including policies, recruitment, benefits administration, performance evaluations, training, employee relations, payroll compliance, insurance and safety programs, and HR recordkeeping. Serve as primary HR advisor to leadership, handle unemployment claims and legal contacts, and promote the organization's faith-based mission and spiritual responsibilities.
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Range:  $68K-$78K

DEVELOPMENT AND ADMINISTRATION  

  • Human Resources policies and procedures 
  • Compensation and job classification plan 
  • Recruitment and employment program 
  • Employee benefit plans 
  • Employee training and development 
  • Employee relations, initiatives and activities 
  • Human Resource Information System and departmental files 
  • Assist and advise all departments in Human Resource matters 
  • Point person for legal contacts concerning employment related issues 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Establish and maintain Human Resource records.
  • Recruit, screen and conduct reference checks of applicants for all positions within the organization.
  • Maintain applicant tracking and hiring files. 
  • Maintain and provide current information on benefits such as Social Security, retirement and insurance.
  • Establish, administer, explain and maintain the employee performance evaluation system. 
  • Assist Supervisors in counseling employees on any problem affecting their work.
  • Interpret and explain Human Resource policies and procedures to department heads, employees and applicants. 
  • Orient new employees to include explanation of benefits and understanding of organizational policies.
  • Conduct exit interviews with all employees at separation to deliver final check, benefit continuance, etc. 
  • Coordinate unemployment claims and hearings in order to represent the Mission’s best interests. 
  • Scrutinize payroll for compliance issues related to wage and hour.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION 

  • Complete and submit all necessary benefits forms for new employees to acquire coverage in accordance with policy.
  • Ensure that monthly benefits forms are completed and payments for all benefits coverage are submitted in order to maintain current coverage. 
  • Ensure that updated vacation/sick times are accrued for each employee in order to maintain current records of these benefits.
  • Coordinate employee deductions with payroll. 
  • Coordinate and update salary increases with payroll.
  • Maintain salary range for each position within the organization and check that these ranges are followed to ensure that all wages are distributed in a fair and equitable manner. 

INSURANCE/SAFETY/LOSS CONTROL

  • Keep all organization policies updated and current to ensure continuous and adequate coverage. 
  • Maintain updated schedule of policies in force. 
  • Obtain MVR’s on all employees who drive organizational vehicles and keep an updated list of authorized drivers. 
  • Maintain an updated list of vehicles and drivers to distribute to insurance agent as required. 
  • Coordinate and approve the development of safety and training programs with the Safety Co-Chair in order to ensure a safe and effective working environment. 

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT 

  • Identify training needs within the organization that would increase the effectiveness of our ministry. 
  • Obtain or plan and present training programs that will meet the needs of the organization.
  • Maintain records of all staff training and development. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Perform related work and other duties when required and as assigned. 
  • Attend team meetings as requested. 

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  • Working knowledge of current laws, regulations, methods, and procedures in Human Resource management. 
  • Working knowledge of the guiding principles and philosophy of not-for-profit, faith-based organizations. 
  • Ability to write clear, accurate, and logical reports and procedures. 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all organizational levels and particularly with the Mission Leadership Team. 

PHYSICAL FACTORS 

  • Sitting for extended periods of time. 
  • Occasional standing, reaching, bending, twisting and stooping. 
  • Frequent moving and walking. 

SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Take every opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others. 
  • Provide spiritual encouragement to staff, volunteers, guests, and residents. 
  • Invest in the spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, and donors. 
  • Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guests, residents, and donors. 
  • Ensure actions and policies reflect the Christian values and purpose of the Mission. 
  • Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15-19 7. 
  • Memorize monthly Scripture, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values. 
  • Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and all spiritual gatherings. 
  • Support and attend annual mandatory Evangelism in Service training to grow in knowledge of leading others to faith in Christ. 
  • Participate in annual spiritual growth training through organization selected curriculum. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • B.S. in Human Resources or Business Management with significant coursework in Human Resource Management. 
  • Three years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Human Resource Management. 
  • Must be teachable and function as a team player.
  • Must display respect, gentleness and accountability. 
  • Must exhibit exemplary character and integrity. 
  • Must engage in safe and healthy work practices, both on the premises and off-site facilities. 
  • Must take an active part ensuring the safety, health and well-being of all of our employees, volunteers and Mission guests.  

Skills Required

  • B.S. in Human Resources or Business Management with significant coursework in Human Resource Management.
  • Three years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resource Management.
  • Working knowledge of current laws, regulations, methods, and procedures in Human Resource management.
  • Working knowledge of the guiding principles and philosophy of not-for-profit, faith-based organizations.
  • Ability to write clear, accurate, and logical reports and procedures.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all organizational levels.
  • Must be teachable and function as a team player.
  • Must display respect, gentleness and accountability.
  • Must exhibit exemplary character and integrity.
  • Must engage in safe and healthy work practices, both on the premises and off-site facilities.
  • Must take an active part ensuring the safety, health and well-being of employees, volunteers and Mission guests.
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Year Founded: 1964

What We Do

Rockford Rescue Mission is a non-profit organization that has provided Christ-centered care to the homeless and those in need since 1964. The mission offers emergency shelter, hunger relief, addiction recovery programs, and life skills training. By providing meals, medical care, and case management, the organization aims to help individuals and families move from crisis and despair toward personal and spiritual wholeness within the Rockford community.

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