Director of Human Resources

Human Resources Generalist

Fostering a positive and productive work environment by facilitating open communication channels within DBU and encouraging dialogue between employees and leadership

Ensure institutional compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations while managing employee benefits and addressing employee concerns in accordance with DBU policies

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field required

3-6 years of progressive human resources or related field

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR preferred

Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive relationships with employees at all levels at DBU

Experience in higher education or faith-based organizations preferred

Partner with Chief of Staff on strategic workforce planning, policy development, and institutional HR initiatives

Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; proactively identify and mitigate compliance risks; recommend best practices and recommend revisions to HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and alignment with DBU's mission

Manage Leave of Absences, including but not limited to FMLA, Maternity/Parental, ADA, and Administrative leaves; approve routine leave requests within established guidelines

Oversee benefits compliance, ACA compliance, and other regulatory documentation; maintain organized records and support reporting needs for IPEDS, NDT, 990, and similar filings

Manage processes for Worker's Compensation claims from beginning to end, including coordination with insurance carriers and regulatory reporting

Prepare annual OSHA reporting and ensure workplace safety compliance

Keep personnel files in compliance with retention policies

Manage relationships with insurance carriers and brokers; negotiate contracts and service agreements within approved parameters; resolve escalated issues and ensure accurate plan administration

Process monthly benefit plan payments, submittals, journal entries, and reconciliation of accounts

Prepare materials and logistics for the annual Open Enrollment process

Manage the retiree insurance continuation program, including processing monthly premium receivables and coordinating Open Enrollment annually

Provide oversight for benefits data integrity, including weekly carrier feeds and HRIS benefit updates; proof benefit deductions on each payroll and transmit HSA contributions after each payroll

Process all purchase orders for vendor invoicing, reimbursements, and related transactions

Collaborate with leaders in conflict resolution, facilitating discussions between employees and leadership to address employee concerns in a timely manner

Oversee administration of the Performance Review Policy, ensuring compliance with review and appeal procedures, maintaining records, and providing guidance on the application of policy requirements

Coordinate with HR Investigations Coordinator on investigations as needed and work with leadership on appropriate disciplinary action for violations of DBU policy

Coach managers on handling Human Resource matters, promoting a consistent approach in accordance with DBU policies

Respond to employee inquiries in a timely manner, escalating inquiries to Chief of Staff when needed

Collaborate with Onboarding Specialist to ensure seamless new employee integration and orientation experiences aligned with DBU's mission and culture

Assist with New Staff Orientation and ensure completion of required documentation and training

Facilitate employee training through ADP eLearning and other platforms

Manage and facilitate the Wellness Program, including portal maintenance, programs, luncheons, reporting, and awards

This is a full-time position with regular office hours between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday

This position will work on the main campus, located at 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211

Must be a Christian who is a member of a church that holds Jesus Christ to be their Lord and Savior, and who holds solely the Old Testament and the New Testament as sacred Scriptures.

DBU requires employees to follow all University policies and procedures, which exist to support the Christian mission of DBU and includes, but is not limited to, a Christian Code of Conduct.