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Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee

Human Resources Director

Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee, Kingsport, Tennessee, us, 37662


Second Harvest Food Bank

Job Title:

Human Resources Director

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a HR Management role.

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory capacity.

Experience working in a matrixed organization, with a diverse workforce preferred.

Job Summary:

The Human Resource Manager will support the mission of Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources. This role is responsible for recommending, planning, coordinating and directing specific activities that will maximize HR support. Such activities include, but are not limited to recruitment, retention, onboarding, performance management, job classification, compensation and health benefits, 403B, worker’s compensation, training and development, policy development and implementation, legal compliance and reporting, team member relations and communications, recognition and reward, and organizational development. The HRM will work closely with stakeholders to ensure that strategic support is provided to meet organizational goals.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Genuine passion for educating, helping and developing people, teams and organization.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strategic thinker, with an innovative approach to work.

Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Ability to effectively partner with colleagues of diverse backgrounds and skill sets.

Skilled at effectively shifting priorities and focus.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Excellent knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion regarding confidential and sensitive matters.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office - specifically Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversees the talent acquisition process to ensure Second Harvest Food Bank attracts and retains qualified employees.

Performs compensation and benefits administration including workers compensation, benefit enrollments, benefit changes, employee 403B requests, and annual benefits review.

Works with supervisors in writing and updating job descriptions.

Oversees recruitment and staffing initiatives, creates job postings, schedules interviews, trains new managers on the interview process, prepares interview questions and packets, generates initial contact and final employment offers, conducts background and pre-employment testing, and prepares orientation packets for new hires.

Supports senior leaders in recruiting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, disciplining staff, and managing terminations while maintaining all supporting documentation.

Keeps the Executive Director apprised of all personnel issues and prepares written descriptions for escalated problems.

Works closely with the Executive Director on personnel matters, conducting investigations and managing complex employee relations issues.

Develops an employee-oriented company culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, teamwork, wellness, equity, inclusion, and accountability.

Reviews and oversees the compensation and benefits programs to ensure they meet the needs of both staff and the organization.

Responsible for completing the annual Network Activity Report (NAR) through Feeding America.

Implements and oversees a reward and recognition program for all staff members.

Initiates the performance review process and maintains payroll adjustment paperwork.

Maintains HR and personnel records ensuring confidentiality of information.

Maintains and revises employee handbook policies for approval by the Executive Director and Board of Directors Personnel Committee.

Oversees the compensation system, making recommendations on salary ranges and market adjustments.

Processes payroll leave sheets and notifies payroll of all hiring, terminations, and wage changes.

Responsible for preparing and distributing routine communications to staff regarding recognition and policy information.

Maintains the internal organizational chart and organizational manual.

Conducts exit interviews.

Plans employee events.

Other Skills and Abilities:

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Must be reliable and dependable.

Positive work ethic, good relationship management skills, and a team-oriented attitude.

Maintain compliance with established Food Bank directives, policies, and external regulations.

Job Type:

Full-time

Experience:

Microsoft Office: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Kingsport, TN 37663 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

Kingsport, TN 37663: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person

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