Human Resources Director

Summary The Human Resources Director has overall responsibility for the Human Resources (HR) function within the Bank and is charged with planning and managing Human Resource programs and strategies. The HR Director is responsible for recruiting and retention strategies; employee relations and engagement; and day-to-day procedures. Functions within the department include hiring, benefits administration, payroll administration, and ongoing employee relations oversight. The HR Director also holds overall responsibility for ensuring that the Bank maintains compliance with human resource-related bank and federal programs, policies, and regulations. This position reports to the President and CEO and is responsible for managing two staff positions within the department. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a business-related discipline. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of HR generalist experience, including at least 5 years in an HR management role. Strategy & Alignment: Proven track record of developing and implementing HR strategies aligned with overall business goals, specifically covering recruitment, retention, talent development, employee relations, and compliance. Collaboration: Strong ability to collaborate seamlessly across other departments and with employees at all levels of the Bank. Core Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and decision‑making skills. Sensitivity & Confidentiality: Proven ability to effectively manage sensitive personnel situations and handle highly confidential data. Principle Accountabilities Develop and maintain the Human Resource initiative within the Bank’s Strategic Plan, ensuring the Bank’s direction on employee relations, hiring, and retention is adequately addressed and managed. Develop and implement HR programs that support business objecti ves including competitive compensation and benefits programs, HR policies and guidelines, regulatory compliance programs, organizational development programs, payroll administration, and employee record management policies. Develop the recruiting and retention strategy for the Bank, including directing the process for phone screens, interviews, reference checks, and related procedures. Responsible for ensuring all recruiting efforts comply with state and federal laws. Develop and manage the Performance Management program for the bank. This includes designing and measuring the effectiveness of the performance review tools, training, and communicating the process as needed. This also includes annual salary planning with Management. Provide consultation to Management on sensitive employment issues, assist with disciplinary action and termina tions, and engage legal counsel as needed. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Complete internal control tasks, such as completing required governmental reports, monthly payroll audits, and ongoing reviews of other HR associate’s reconciliations. Participate in other projects or Bank initiatives as assigned by Managem ent. #J-18808-Ljbffr Grow Wabash County