Head of Employee Relations & HR Compliance

Job Description Human Resources Director

The Human Resources (“HR”) Director will lead and oversee all aspects of human resources strategy, operations, compliance, and culture development across the organization. This leader will drive recruitment, training, HR systems, employee relations, performance excellence, compliance, and culture alignment to biblical values and the church’s mission. Responsible for cultivating a ministry-focused, high-performance culture, the HR Director ensures the church attracts, develops, and retains exceptional talent who exemplify Christ-centered character and servant leadership.

Build and execute a recruitment strategy to attract spiritually aligned, mission-driven, and high-performing talent.

Oversee job descriptions and hiring processes across ministries and departments.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and church-specific employment considerations (e.g., housing allowances, clergy classifications).

Oversee compensation structure, benefits, payroll coordination, and rewards programs aligned with nonprofit best practices and stewardship principles.

Implement and manage HRMS and HR technology, applicant tracking, and data-driven reporting.

Conduct periodic market compensation reviews and maintain competitive salary structures within ministry context.

Assists with the development of employee policies and procedures and ensures that proper compliance.

Oversee risk management practices related to employment and stay aware of regulatory changes affecting ministry organizations.

Maintain personnel records, legal documentation, and HR policies and prepares reports as needed.

Partner with Pastoral leadership to support spiritual formation initiatives for staff.

Lead and monitor church-wide performance review initiative, goal setting, and accountability.

Oversee professional development, leadership training, and succession planning initiatives.

Local, national and international travel may be required

Change management & problem-solving

High emotional intelligence & conflict resolution skills

Fully bilingual: English and Spanish

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in HR, Organizational Leadership, or related field preferred.

• 7+ years HR leadership experience, preferably in ministry, nonprofit, or corporate environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, clergy and ministry employment guidelines preferred.

Spiritual Qualifications

Agree to be an active participant in King Jesus International Ministry.

Be a born-again Christian who conducts affairs in accordance with the Bible and maintains a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures.

Understand that in this role, they are a critical part of KJM’s mission to bring the supernatural power of God to this generation, and that part of their responsibilities as a church employee includes being considered a spiritual leader in the church.