Director of Human Resources (must reside in the U.S.)
5 days ago
Chattanooga
Job Description Company Overview: Precept Ministries International, founded in 1970 by Jack and Kay Arthur, is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dedicated to engaging people in a relationship with God through knowledge of His Word, Precept offers Bible study materials, leader training, and discipleship programs. Serving over 180 countries and translating resources into more than 90 languages, Precept has equipped over 250,000 active Bible study leaders, reached over 2 million participants globally, and employed approximately 125 staff members. POSITION TITLE: Director Human Resources REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer GENERAL SUMMARY: The HR Director will oversee all aspects of the human resources function, from developing and implementing HR strategies to ensuring legal compliance. This role is ideal for a values-aligned HR leader who understands the importance of fostering a positive, service-oriented work environment within a faith-based nonprofit setting. The HR Director will play a critical role in shaping HR policies and strategies that reflect Precept's commitment to teamwork, stewardship, and employee care. They will work closely with executive leadership to support Precept's team for shaping Precepts company culture of collaboration, professionalism, and organizational excellence. The role requires strong HR leadership, compliance, and employee relations, with experience in developing work-from home policies, overseeing external vendors, and ensuring HR best practices align with organizational goals. While this position does not require prior experience in a director-level role, it demands strong leadership, sound judgement, and the ability to navigate complex HR challenges in a value-driven environment. KEY Responsibilities: Onsite Requirement: First several months this position will require 2 days per month to be on site in Chattanooga, Tennessee (housing provided). Afterward, quarterly onsite visits or as needed for key meetings/events. Strategic Planning: Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company's overall objectives. Talent Management: Oversee the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, compensation and retention strategies to build and maintain a strong, multi-generational workforce. Vendor Management: Manage external HR service providers, including benefits administration, payroll services, and legal compliance partners. Compliance & Ethics: Ensure the HR and organizational policies and procedures comply with federal, state, and local employment laws while promoting a workplace culture of respect, service, and ethical leadership. Policy Development: Create and update HR policies and procedures along with developing and implementing work-from-home policies that align with operational and employee engagement goals. Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor to employees, guiding employee relations, conflict resolution, and promoting a positive and engaged workplace culture. Performance Management: Develop structured processes to evaluate and enhance employee performance and engagement. Organizational Development: Implement training programs and mentorship opportunities that support professional growth and leadership development. Demonstrates Biblical Principles: Actively integrates biblical principles in day-to-day behavior, exhibiting unremitting integrity and strong moral character. Personal, Spiritual and Professional Development • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational seminars, workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies., • Demonstrates a commitment to personal, spiritual and professional maturity. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Considerable knowledge of Human Resources functions and procedures as well as the proven ability to apply the practices and principles of personnel administration., • Ability to establish and maintain effective, respectful working environment within the organization and external partners by demonstrating the proven ability to guide, support, and encourage teamwork., • Proven ability to work enthusiastically in a constantly changing environment while generating enthusiasm and competence in others by utilizing proper time management and proven motivational techniques. Leads by example while possessing empathy for others in a balanced work environment., • Ability and willingness to listen and understand, provides solutions, and reconsiders positions. Handles the giving and receiving of instruction and criticism with professional ethics, tact, and courtesy as well as the flexibility to seek and incorporate input of others into a solid plan of action., • Proven ability to work as both a leader and follower on cross-functional teams utilizing delegation skills and following up on the completion of tasks. Utilizes a performance review process as a mechanism to achieve goals., • Demonstrated ability to prevent and diffuse unpleasant situations within the organization and external partners., • Highly motivated individual with effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills coupled with the ability to quickly establish credibility across the Ministry and successfully engage others in ensuring effective and efficient solutions for the organization., • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with employees, constituents and the public., • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion with minimal instructions, adhere to prescribed routines and practices, maintain records and to make reports requiring accuracy., • Thorough understanding of Precepts organizational principles associated with complex coordinating, consulting, and operational relationships; particularly management, administrative, and control relationships as well as the ability to apply them soundly., • Possess the necessary organizational skills to follow through on unusual requests for information and select the proper response utilizing proven problem-solving techniques within a specified time period., • Ensures that payroll is processed accurately, and in a timely manner to comply with Precept and government policies and procedures. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership or a related field. Previous management desired. 5 to 8 years Human Resources experience or equivalent training. Experience developing work-from-home policies and managing hybrid and predominately remote workforces. Proven ability to engage and support multi-generational employees. Experience in a non-profit or faith-based organization is a plus. Alignment with Precept's mission and values are a necessity. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 0-24% 25-49% 50-74% 75-100% Seeing: Must be able to read documents and use computer. X Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers and constituents. X Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must be able to open files & operate office equipment. Mobility between departments. X Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: X Lifting/Pulling/Pushing: X Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must have the ability to write, type, and use telephone. X PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS: Medium work: Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs of force consistently to move objects.