Human Resources Director
A local Christian church is currently looking for a faithful believer to expand and lead our
Human Resources department in diverse and valuable initiatives as well as being responsible
for day-to-day requirements. This part time role will oversee the hiring and separation process,
protect a healthy Christ-centered culture and foster our mission statement, stay up to date on
best practices, changing laws, recording and filing rules as well as other HR duties.

This position reports directly to the Senior Pastor. The HR Director will provide strategic
guidance on recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and compliance.

EXPECTATIONS:
- Live an exemplary life modeling the call, character and competencies of a minister of the
gospel of Jesus Christ.
- Be a servant leader to staff and teams of volunteers, the families and the overall church body.
- Be actively attending and an active participant in a Christian church and show spiritually
maturity.
- Be an exciting and contributing member of the Staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic HR Leadership
- Provide full-cycle HR leadership—recruitment, onboarding, performance management,
compensation, benefits, training, and separation—for all staff in collaboration with and under
the counsel of the Senior Pastor.
- Collaborate with Senior Pastor and Executive team to develop and support an organizational
structure that is scalable and aligned with future ministry growth. Forecast staffing needs,
review compensation strategies and HR policies to support the church mission statement.

Recruitment & Onboarding
- Partner with ministry leaders to manage recruitment, interviewing and hiring
processes. Create clear job descriptions and performance goals with growth pathways.
- Coordinate orientation and onboarding with Executive Team & Supervisors to ensure new
hires integrate into the church community and understand its mission.

Employee Relations Culture
- Champion a healthy workplace culture that reflects biblical values—servant leadership,
integrity and grace.

- Collaborate with Senior Pastor and Executive Team to ensure timely and accurate reviews;

Refine existing employee review policies and procedures with a consistent schedule and

metrics.

- At the direction of the Senior Pastor & Executive team guide employee relations issues using

biblical principles such as Matthew 18 and Ephesians 4.

- Conduct investigations when necessary and advise Senior Pastor on disciplinary actions as

defined in policy.

- When needed, work with staff on communication to congregate(s) regarding concerns and

questions.

Policy Development & Compliance

- Update and enforce HR policies, employee handbooks and standard operating procedures in

line with church values and applicable laws.

- Oversee background checks for staff and volunteers and ensure confidentiality of sensitive

information.

- Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws (e.g., FMLA, FLSA, EEO) and

oversee annual HR audits.

Compensation & Benefits
Review & confirm time off including FMLA or MLA. Coordinate annual benefits open
enrollment. Work under the guidance of the Senior Pastor to project compensation increases.
Under the direction of the Senior Pastor conduct market analysis to define competitive salary
structures and recommend pay and/or benefit adjustments. Work with insurance brokers to
maintain competitive benefits and project changes for annual budget reviews.

Training & Development
- As needed and in collaboration with the Executive Team oversee compliance training or other
staff development projects.

- Coach new team members on performance reviews, conflict resolution procedures; maintain
employee evaluation processes.
- Support ministry-specific compliance training such as CPR, child safety and volunteer
management.

HR Systems & Records
- Maintain HRIS platforms for timekeeping, benefits enrollment and applicant tracking.
- Ensure accurate record retention systems for HR documents, performance evaluations and
compensation analyses. Maintain all records in compliance with data privacy laws.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: College-level undergraduate degree; additional education is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 7 years in Human Resources or equivalent experience; with a proven
background in creating policies and procedures as well as being knowledgeable with
performance reviews and resolution.
- Ability to work flexible hours (including some weekends) to support major church events and
services when needed.
- Spiritual: Personal relationship with Jesus Christ, with evidence of spiritual maturity and a
desire to grow in faith. Demonstrates servant leadership, integrity and a commitment to
modeling biblical values in the workplace.

Compensation: $36.00 per hour and 24 hours per week or under.
Need to have a statement of faith sent in thru application.

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