Position Description: Human Resource Director

The HR Director will be responsible for the routine functions and day-to-day operations of Human Resources at Lighthouse Mission Ministries (LMM) including recruiting staff, administering benefits, coordinating leave, and on and off-boarding employees. The Director will act under the supervision of the President & CEO and operate within established policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will bring HR expertise, a strong sense of integrity, and a desire to support staff as they minister to our homeless neighbors in Whatcom County.

Compensation to Include: PTO (15 days) & Paid holiday (12.5 days) Package; Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance for employee; 403(b) contribution and match up to 5%; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Training; and Education Reimbursement. For full details please visit our website.

Build a career powered by faith, love, and hope! At Lighthouse Mission Ministries (LMM), our service to the vulnerable is transforming lives towards Christ to rebuild relationships and get off of the street.

Administrative Team Overview

The Human Resources Director (HRD) is a Senior Leader that plans, organizes, and directs all aspects of human resources management in such a manner as to ensure fair and equitable treatment of all employees, compliance with all Mission policies and legal aspects of employee/employer relationships. In addition, the HRD directs Mission recruitment and retention programs to ensure availability of appropriate staffing resources, serving as a resource to our Executive Team, department managers and other employees; monitors employee health activities and workers' compensation management; assists with benefits administration; and ensures appropriate documentation and record-keeping for regulatory compliance.

The Human Resources Director supports an environment and culture that enables the Mission to fulfill its mission by meeting or exceeding its goals; conveying the Mission vision to all staff; helping motivate staff to improve performance and be responsible for the operation of the HR department; and measuring, assessing, and continuously improving the department's performance.

Working with C Suite Executives and Executive Functional leaders to align and deliver the Mission’s HR strategy.
Leading annual HR hiring process calendar for Talent Assessment, Performance Management, Engagement Survey and Annual Compensation process for various Mission Departments and staff.
Ensuring legal compliance and best practices by developing and implementing HR policies and managing employee relations.
Designing organizational structure and recommending necessary HR programs and initiatives to support Lighthouse Mission objectives.

Director Responsibilities:

Strategize Human Resources initiatives to reinforce the Mission, Vision, Core Values, and goals of the Mission.
Design, implement, and lead HR programs to meet the needs of each ministry area. Includes all areas of HR: Organizational Development, Executive Coaching, Risk Mitigation, Policy & Compliance, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Training and Development, etc.
Coach management to succeed in interpersonal and organizational leadership.
Manage the HR department to develop talent and oversee responsibilities: HR Manager, Cultural Director, HR & Payroll Coordinator.
Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
Identify staffing and recruiting needs; develop and implement best practices for hiring and talent management.
Conduct research and analysis of organizational trends, including review of reports and metrics from the organization’s human resource information system (Bamboo Pro).
Monitor and ensure the organization’s compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; apply this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
Develop and implement departmental budgets.
Facilitate professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities:

Proven ability to lead Human Resources functions at the strategic level.
Proven ability to help Executives towards organizational health and emotional intelligence.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent active listening and empathetic skills towards staff.
Engage in confidential conversations while maintaining an air of professionalism & boundaries.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills with ability to motivate and encourage others.
Excellent verbal, written communication skills, and the ability to lead group presentations.
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Ability to hold or obtain a recognized US Human Resources Certification within 12 months of start date.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software; proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn software systems.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
At least 5 years of human resource management experience is required.
At least 3 years of experience in the nonprofit industry.
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP are highly desired.

Work Environment:

This job operates in an office environment with an emergency shelter offering services on the upper and lower floors. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Spiritual Guidelines:

Practicing believer in the Lord Jesus Christ.
Belief that the Bible is God’s true Word.
Commitment to growth in relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and in Christian maturity.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Expected Commitment and Schedule:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with core hours being 8 am through 4 pm.

Adherence to the Mission, Vision, and Values (Faith) of the LIghthouse Mission:

Sign and Adhere to Lighthouse Mission Ministries Statement of Faith and Values.
Demonstrate knowledge of and performance in accordance with the philosophy of compassion, caring, and respect for the welfare and dignity of others, including patients of the agency, as well as staff and volunteers.
Display a non-judgmental acceptance of all patients/volunteers/staff/co-workers.
Establish and maintain a good rapport in working relationships.
Display an appropriate and consistently positive attitude.
Remain composed during stressful situations.
Employ strategies for problem-solving and smart, efficient solutions, identifying new and improved ways of delivering the highest quality services to agency patients.
Ask for help when you need it.
Always maintain guests and Mission confidentiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lighthouse Mission Ministries is both an equal-opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. Subject to all applicable state and federal laws, Lighthouse Mission Ministries does not discriminate in its employment practices or in the administration and dissemination of its programs and services. Pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 702 (42 U.S.C. 2000e I(a)), Lighthouse Mission Ministries has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with the Lighthouse Mission Ministries Statement of Faith. http://www.thelighthousemission.org/

As an outreach of Lighthouse Mission Ministries, successful applicants will show a desire to end spiritual, economic, physical and social poverty with an aim toward restored identities and recovered vocations for the purpose of healthy relationship with God, each other and the world. Must be committed to the Christian faith and comply with drug-free policy. Those qualified to join our team can enjoy a rewarding work environment.

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