Human Resources Manager

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Human Resources Manager to support the Human Resources team in managing the day-to-day operations of HR including dynamic team management, payroll, benefits, talent acquisition, employee relations and engagement through the employee life cycle. This position will play an integral leadership role in working with the HR Director to launch and manage key HR initiatives.

About Vineyard Columbus:

Vineyard Columbus' mission as a church is to develop multi-ethnic communities of disciples who experience God, love one another, and partner with Christ to heal the world. Vineyard Columbus has around 7,000 active members from over 130 nations, is committed to being a great friend to our city and is in constant pursuit of building multiethnic communities that model Christlike unity in the midst of also celebrating diversity in both our campus congregations as well as on our staff.

Aside from regular weekend services at our six campuses across Central Ohio, our Westerville Campus is also home to our Vineyard Community Center that offers an Early Childhood Center, After-School and Summer Programs, Middle and High School Life Readiness, Sports and Exercise Programs, free Health Clinics, a free Legal Clinic, Immigration Counseling Services, ESL classes and more.

Our staff:

Vineyard Columbus is a staff-led church, with a system of accountability for senior leadership through a church council. Our senior pastors, Eric and Julia Pickerill, lead with a Senior Leadership Team that consists of staff pastors and directors.

Our staff is made up of over 180 employees (around 55% full-time) from all different ages and backgrounds and on any given day you'll find them serving in our Mobile Food Pantry, running payroll, caring for or securing our buildings, coordinating discipleship events, in a weekly tactical meeting, teaching in a classroom, meeting with and training volunteers, preparing for the coming weekend service across one of our six campuses across Central Ohio, or engaged in a number of other ways they each serve to carry out the mission of Vineyard Columbus.

By God's grace and our intentionality, our Human Resources team aims to serve our church staff as their advocates, resource providers and champions of a workplace culture that amplifies our five principles of Integrity, Humility, Accountability, Professionalism and being Above Reproach.

What you'll do:

• Team Management & Leadership: Supervise and provide daily coaching, guidance and support to the Payroll & Benefits Assistant and the HR Generalist to ensure implementation of best practices and appropriate solutions to complex questions and issues as they arise; and partner with the HR Director to develop and accomplish department goals bygalvanizing the team to keep projects and annual processes on schedule, providing coaching and clarity as needed.
• Payroll Management: Oversee bi-weekly payroll and corresponding financial reporting, which includes navigating complex tax laws for non-profits and clergy. Serve as the backup for processing biweekly payroll for all staff in ADP.
• Benefits Administration: Manage and oversee the day-to-day of benefit administration, assess annual benefit renewals alongside the HR Director, and maintain compliance with 403(b) contributions, FMLA, BWC, and any corresponding laws.
• HR Operations: Work with the team to provide timely responses to HR inquiries, ensure organization of team shared files and inboxes, and confirm personnel records are kept accurate and up to date.
• Employee Relations: Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR-related matters throughout the employee life cycle, ensuring a work environment consistent with our five principles.
• Compliance & Legal Support: Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review and propose adjustments to our employee handbook as appropriate. Stay current on trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law, especially as it relates to nonprofit and religious organizations.

What you'll bring:

• Five years of professional Human Resources experience, including in-depth experience with payroll and benefits; management experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field preferred
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly desired
• Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Excel required. Proficient in data manipulation using pivot tables, advanced formulas (e.g., VLOOKUP, IF), and managing multiple worksheets efficiently.
• Experience working and leading in multiethnic and multigenerational settings and applying cultural intelligence to interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate with diligent follow-through
• Demonstrated ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn ADP as our HCM
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Satisfactory background check required for all positions

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision and insurance available, including an HSA plan with employer contributions
• Start with the annual equivalent of three weeks for personal time off and additional time for sick, parental, bereavement, jury and other leaves
• Equivalent of 13 days off per calendar year for holidays and staff refresh days
• Gym membership or equivalent equipment subsidy
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development benefits
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Vineyard Columbus Bookstore discounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match