Title: Human Resources Director

Location: 1776 SW Madison St. Portland, OR

Schedule: Monday through Friday

Wage Range: $130,000-$155,000, Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated HR Director looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA NW, you'll find a supportive and inclusive work environment where every member of our team is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a positive impact.

Company Mission

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About The Company

At NARA NW, we provide essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a direct positive impact in the lives of others.

We have over 400 employees in a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others.

Position Overview

Reporting to the agency’s CAO, the Human Resource Director serves as the lead HR professional for NARA NW and as a trusted resource to its executives and staff. With the approval of the CAO, the HR Director develops and implements NARA NW’s human resources strategy. This position oversees all HR activities in support of the overall business objectives and strategic direction of the organization including employee relations, talent management, change management, organizational development, performance management, training and development, compensation and benefits, succession planning, recruitment and on-boarding, workplace safety, and regulatory compliance.

This key role understands and promotes that NARA NW’s employees are a high priority and will provide leadership and guidance by articulating human resource plans, developments, and opportunities that are modeled to the culture, values and attributes of NARA NW, while collaborating with the executive management team and other relevant stakeholders. This position is critical in defining and articulating the culture as well as providing a well-defined, consistent and effective HR structure and resource to the organization.

What You Will Do

Establishes and implements HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the agency’s mission, vision and values.
Works to understand and promote Native culture and values and how they affect how NARA NW employees do their work.
Adheres to, believes in and promotes the agency’s legal obligation to prefer Native American candidates for employment and promotion.
Adheres to, believes in and promotes the agency’s sober lifestyle mission.
Develops HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the agency’s strategic plan and overall objectives.
Works with the agency’s executive management, establishes a sound plan of management succession that corresponds to the strategy and objectives of NARA.
Develops and implements comprehensive compensation and benefit plans that are competitive and cost effective for the agency.
Works to develop employees by ensuring that employees are given appropriate feedback, training and opportunities for growth; provides overall leadership and guidance to HR by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development, compensation and benefits.
Develops and ensures policies and procedures are in place and remain current.
Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable federal and state requirements, conducts investigations, maintains records, and represents the organization at hearings.
Participates in preparing and adhering to annual budget.
Manages HR staff, conducts performance evaluations, staff development and coaching.
Reviews and conducts employee relation investigations and recommended outcomes.
Participates in and drives results through strategic performance improvement initiatives.
Monitors, maintains and reports on CARF accreditation standards.
Fosters a high-performing culture and drives employee engagement.
Performs other duties as assigned

We Would Like To Hear From People That Have

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required.
Minimum of 10 years progressively responsible experience in human resources management in an organization of comparable size and scope. Must include experience in multiple HR disciplines (compensation, benefits, labor/employee relations, HRIS, etc.).
High level competency with word processing, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to create presentations, reports and analytics.
Track record of strategically and tactically evaluating and implementing sophisticated HR programs and initiatives.
Ability to build consensus around HR strategy and tactics.
Ability to attract and retain talent and work with and motivate high performance teams.
Ability to bring immediate credibility to the HR function through professional qualifications and leadership skills.
Project the highest levels of integrity while winning through a consultative and embracing personality.
Superior interpersonal communication and presentation skills as well as proven organizational skills.
Expertise in the overall regulatory frameworks associated with HR functions, including benefit plans.
Ability to follow HIPAA policies to maintain the privacy and security of patient information.
Work collaboratively with clients, other NARA staff, team members, and treat everyone with respect and dignity at all times.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background and DMV checks.

Preferred Qualifications

SPHR/PHR/SHRM Certification.
Commitment to Native preference in hiring and promotion.
Experience working with the Native American/Alaska Native and recovery communities.
Demonstrated experience of HR leadership in a non-profit.

What’s in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, 4th of July, Labor Day, United Indigenous Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Employee’s Birthday!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
14 Paid Federal Holidays (Listed Above)
13 Paid Days of Sick Time
13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Health Spending Account
401(k) with 4% Match
Employee Assistance Program
Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
Referral Program- (Up to $1000 Dollars)
Company Phone
Company Laptop
Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How To Apply

To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Not required), that’s all!
Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. All employees must agree to model sobriety, including no alcohol drinking, no illicit drug use, no marijuana use, and no prescription drug abuse behavior. If in recovery, must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that will be able to model sobriety..

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA)

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