Description

Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Title: Divisional Human Resources Director

Corps/Department: The Salvation Army Alaska Divisional Headquarters

Reports To: Divisional Secretary

FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt

Rate of Pay: $90,000 -$95,000

Scope of Position: The Divisional Human Resources Director (HRD) serves as a member of the command management team by providing strategic HR leadership and consultation to all officers and line managers in recruitment and selection, compensation and benefits, employee relations, litigation claims and people-related matters impacting the organization so that the goals and objectives are achieved within the command.

Education and Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in human resources or a closely related field is required.
• At least 10 years' experience in Human Resources, with a minimum of 5 years of management and leadership experience as a department head, or any equivalent combination of experience or education that provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• At least 5 years' experience managing HR operations within a multi-site / remote environment of 10+ locations.
• Must have a working knowledge of multi-state labor laws, workers' compensation, health and welfare plans, salary administration, and employee benefits.
• Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP) of Professional in Human Resources (PHR / SPHR) certification, is strongly preferred.
• Willing to have continued training in the HR field.
• Able to present him/herself in a poised and professional manner.
• Able to operate effectively in ambiguous situations.
• Diplomatic; able to provide constructive, unbiased feedback to staff at all levels.
• Possess a high level of verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of independence and initiative while working effectively as part of the team.
• Excellent organizational skills; detail-oriented, accurate, and precise.
• Knowledge of Salvation Army practices and organization is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (including Excel, Word, and Publisher).
• UKG payroll experience is preferable.
• Personal qualities sought would include evidence of problem-solving skills, independent follow-through, assertiveness, empathy, tact, and the capacity to work confidentially and under pressure.
• A Valid Alaska Driver's License is required.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee employment-related compliance throughout the Command, in accordance with Salvation Army policy and procedures, and individual state labor law requirements. The HRD will work closely with onsite field HR representatives and management to ensure coordination of the daily functions of HR including, but not limited to benefits, payroll, and risk management, ensuring that projects and activities are completed in a professional, efficient, and strictly confidential manner. The HRD will also serve as the liaison between the Division and Territorial Human Resources (THR). Some travel will be required.
• Understand all Salvation Army policies and procedures, and pertinent laws and regulations (US Dept of Labor, OSHA, ADA, Dept. of Fair Employment and Housing, OFCCP, etc.).
• Oversee that corps/units within the Command comply with Salvation Army policies and procedures, as well as labor law requirements.
• Respond efficiently and professionally to questions from corps/units on a variety of HR, personnel, benefits, payroll, and risk management issues and policies.
• Ensure t e Divisional Secretary is kept abreast of HR activities and potential issues within the Command on a consistent basis.
• Supervise the HR department staff to ensure that reports, projects, and activities are completed professionally and efficiently.
• Develop and maintain systems for the HR department and the Division, to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.
• Provide training to Officers and line managers on HR, personnel, benefits, payroll, and risk management-related matters, including quarterly webinars, and conference calls.
• Assist corps/units in the handling of HR matters including facilitating/managing conflict resolution.
• Conduct HR audit visits within corps/units.
• Manage performance evaluation process for the Command.
• Prepare and process HR submissions for the weekly Command Finance Council (CFC) and update the Division's employee list following each meeting.
• Develop and update the Division's personnel policy and procedure for the consideration of the Divisional Secretary for Business (DSB) and/or the CFC.
• Review reports pertaining to personnel, benefits, payroll, and risk management.
• Oversee the content of the HR folder in the shared computer drive, ensuring that the personnel materials and information remain current and easy to reference.
• Oversee UKG payroll-related matters and ensure that employee data in the UKG program is current.
• Oversee worker's compensation program to include the Injury Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Oversee the Employee Relations Program.
• Oversee the Employee Benefits Program.
• Ensure the Division's current and former personnel files are maintained in an orderly manner and are in compliance with the requirements of TSA's internal and external auditors.
• Ensure the confidentiality of employee information is maintained within the department as well as in the corps/units.
• Communicate with THQ departments (HR, risk management, and legal) on department matters, and vendors, as needed.
• Assist the finance department with information concerning personnel costs for the divisional budget.
• Process and resolve billing issues.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Work Environment: Work is performed in a heated and ventilated office setting. The noise level is low. Exposure to extreme weather environments is not a condition of this workplace setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files, and file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
• Ability to participate in developed programs.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)
• Ability to operate a desktop or laptop computer.
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer.
• Ability to understand written information.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position.