Human Resources Director

Mission Statement To transform lives through love and service. Summary The Human Resources Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all human resources functions while actively participating in and executing key departmental activities. This role is both strategic and hands‑on, ensuring the effective delivery of HR services in alignment with organizational goals. 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. Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive human resources strategies, policies, and programs that support organizational objectives. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, employee relations, and compliance matters. Ensure alignment of HR initiatives with the organization’s mission, values, and long‑term goals. Manage recruitment and selection processes, including posting positions, screening candidates, interviewing, and onboarding. Administer employee relations activities, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management. Oversee benefits administration, payroll coordination, and compensation analysis. Maintain HRIS systems and ensure accuracy of employee data and reporting. Prepare and manage personnel records, compliance documentation, and required reporting. Supervise and support HR staff, while also directly handling workload as needed due to department size or operational needs. Establish priorities and allocate resources to ensure timely delivery of HR services. Continuously evaluate and improve HR processes for efficiency and effectiveness. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Develop and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks. Lead audits, reporting, and investigations as required. Promote a positive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives, training, and development programs. Perform other duties as required. Role Characteristics This position requires a working director who combines high‑level strategic thinking with day‑to‑day execution of HR functions. The director must be comfortable operating in a lean or resource‑constrained environment, where direct involvement in routine HR activities is necessary. Success in this role requires the ability to balance leadership responsibilities with hands‑on administrative and operational tasks. 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 Able to speak, write and understand English. Possess basic computer skills. Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity among 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 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 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 also requires regularly sitting, speaking, and listening, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr HR Florida State Council, Inc.