Human Resources | Director, Human Resources

at  Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese

Catholic Charities is looking for the right people; people who wish to serve their community as a part of a family friendly organization doing good within the Houston-Galveston area. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees. People of all faiths helping people in need.
The Director, Human Resources, is responsible for providing strategic HR leadership to the organization, inclusive of all divisions. Assists in oversight and development and implementation of human resources policies, programs, and services, including recruitment, training, legal compliance, employee relations, employment practices and procedures, employee communications, and employee events. Serves as an internal HR consultant to management on personnel issues that affect performance and business relationships. This position reports to the Vice President, Human Resources, and oversees the Human Resource Department, working together to attract, retain, and develop a dedicated workforce that supports the Agency’s mission and objectives.
The Expertise We’re Looking For
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Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• Five (5) years of experience in Human Resources
• Three (3) years in a supervisor role
• HR Certification (S/PHR, S/CP) required or be certified within a year of hired
• Valid Texas Driver’s License

The Skills and Assets You Bring, and More
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Experience coaching C-suite level employees

• Creating and executing training curriculum for multilevel participants
• Knowledge of personnel functions, e.g., benefits, recruitment, employment law, and staff development
• Demonstrated experience performing compensation analysis
• Knowledge and proficiency in personal computer applications such as Word for Windows, Excel, and HRIS software
• Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills
• Demonstrated success in dealing with a variety of people, staff, senior management, and volunteers
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information

What you Deliver
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Collaborate with the Vice President, Human Resources to develop and implement the agency’s HR strategy in alignment with its mission and goals. Ensure HR initiatives support the overall strategic direction of the organization.

• Develops and executes human resources plans and strategies in alignment with the Agency strategic plan and program objectives to drive organizational effectiveness, including annual work plan development, budget preparation and monitoring, metrics, reporting, advising supervisors and administrators about the application of agency policies and federal and state laws, and assisting in talent management and recruitment.
• Oversee the Talent Acquisition team in planning, leading, and executing recruitment and onboarding processes. Develop effective strategies for attracting and retaining top talent.
• Oversee the Training and Development team and strategy to create a skilled and motivated workforce that is better prepared to tackle challenges, adapt to changes, and drive the agency’s success.
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management on HR-related issues. Implement and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations. Mediate and resolve employee conflicts and grievances. Manage the employee leaves of absence policies including FMLA and ADA. Manage the unemployment claims process and appeals.
• Provides consultation to management to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws. Remains current with application of changes in human resource and employment law. Consults and coaches managers in their communications, feedback, and engagement responsibilities with employees as they relate to employee training, development, performance management, and discipline.
• Consults with management and employees, investigates grievances and complaints, reviews recommendations for disciplinary actions; conferring with VP and Legal. Tracks, trends and conducts employee exit interviews. Advises on employee terminations and evaluates for risks. Respond to and track unemployment claims.
• Collaborate with the Vice President, Human Resources to develop and manage performance appraisal systems. Provide guidance and support to leadership in conducting performance evaluations. Develop and implement training and development programs to enhance employee skills and competencies.
• Plan, develop, and implement employee engagement communication, recognition, and motivational programs that enhance the working environment and aid in attracting and retaining talent.
• Supervises a team of HR staff and provides direction and guidance to ensure the team is meeting objectives and stays current on federal, state, and local laws and HR trends, especially those associated directly to their area of responsibility.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure Human Resources records are in compliance with grants and contracts requirements, and state and federal laws. Drive compliance with HR policies, including appropriate communications, tracking, and reporting.
• Ensure annual HR compliance, reporting, and surveys to ensure Catholic Charities is in compliance with federal and state regulations and program grant requirements,
• Leads Human Resources Department support on the Agency’s accreditation initiatives (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, Presidium, etc.)
• Assist in managing and executing compensation strategy, performance appraisal, and agency-wide HR training.
• Participates in HR Committee meetings, speaks at engagements, and assists in agency-wide projects/events; attends other events as requested.
• Identify areas of opportunity for education and training for staff and managers. Coordinate training and development programs, including new employee orientation, to meet the needs of individuals, programs, and departments. Assists VP of HR in creating and facilitating workshops on The Leadership Challenge and the DISC throughout the agency.
• Performs other duties and projects as requested.

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Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. Successful applicant must comply with federal contractor vaccine mandate requirements.
The work you do will help us advocate for the vulnerable among us, a network of support services to people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds

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