Director of Human Resources

NATURE OF WORK: This position is responsible for supporting the people functions of the organization in partnership with the Executive Director in accordance with the policies and practices for Nome Community Center.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversight of employee hiring, selection, onboarding, training, development, and separation
• Primarily responsible for setting, enforcing, and evaluating legal- compliant human resource policies, procedures, and best practices, and identifying and implementing strategic talent management goals
• Research, develop, and implement compensation strategy, benefits, performance appraisal, and employee incentive programs and provide recommendations to the Executive Director
• Ensure compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, and other laws, regulations, and requirements
• Develop and implement HR policies, supporting day-to-day HR functions and serve as HR point of contact for staff and others
• Work closely with program managers to support and offer guidance on employee relations issues to include attendance, workplace conflict resolution, and corrective action when necessary
• Direct the performance management system, training managers to conduct meaningful evaluations, meeting the on-time review schedule for new and existing staff members
• Ensure personnel record compliance, including an annual personnel file audit
• Manage Human Resource Information System and handle all aspects of payroll, compensation, and benefits
• Prepare and distribute periodic employee surveys and prepare reports on findings for the Board of Directors
• Support the planning and execution of team meetings and retreats that support a culture centered on our core values, including coordinating both virtual and in-person team meetings
• In conjunction with the ED, design and facilitate critical diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• SHRM-CP certification required or at least 3 years of experience in Human Resource field.
• High level computer operation skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and HRIS system
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and accept responsibility as assigned
• Ability to work with other staff, to meet the public, and to render service cordially
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as it pertains to agency and staff records

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A. degree desired with experience in Human Resources.
• Experience in personnel management and organizational leadership highly desirable.
• Ability to work alone with minimum supervision. Weekend and evening hours possible.
• Familiar with computers.
• Understanding of and ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.
• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required