Director of Human Resources Position Available In Terrebonne, Louisiana

Director of Human Resources

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH DIOCESE OF HOUMA THIBODAUX

Schriever, LA 70395

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Human Resources serves all diocesan locations including Pastoral center and extended offices as well as parishes and schools located withing the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux in areas of employment, benefits, employee relations and legal compliance in all aspects of human resource management in line Catholic teachings. The Director acts in a consultative role to all strategic partners including the executive leadership team, pastors, principals/presidents, and diocesan directors. The director strives to maintain efficient and effective administration of diocesan benefits; and, as needed, provide special guidance and assistance to all associated locations and employees of the diocese by instructing, consulting, and monitoring benefits programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

(other duties may be assigned) Supervisory Function Oversee, direct, guide, supervise HR staff. Update and keep current job descriptions for HR staff. Conduct annual performance evaluations for HR staff. Conduct regular HR staff meetings and coaching sessions. Assist HR staff with setting personal & organizational goals. Approve and manage all time and attendance for HR staff. Maintains and oversees creation of HR Budget Executive Leadership Provide HR related guidance to Executive Leadership Team Oversee maintaining all diocesan personnel files. Use expertise and best practices to keep executive Leadership Team abreast in all areas of compliance for HR related and Safe Environment Assist, establish, update Compensation Plan for diocesan staff. Strategic Partner (Pastors, Principals, & Diocesan Directors) Consultant to all pastors, principals/ presidents, and diocesan directors in all areas of personnel including but not limited to: Supervise the Human Resources Representative on employment matters (job posting, job descriptions, interviewing, hiring, compensation, onboarding, etc.) Personnel related policy-Establishing and updating all personnel policies. Compensation Program-establishing and updating all compensation programs. Assists with all personnel related matters. Escalated level for all HR related programs. Legal and Compliance (policy and benefits) Ensure all policies and procedures are in compliance with federal law, state law, canon law, and diocesan protocols. Work directly with personnel attorney and liability insurance company related to personnel matters. Ensure all locations are following all aspects of legal/ compliant areas. On-going continuing education in the area of legal and compliance Health Plan Administrator/ Retirement Plan Responsible for maintaining benefit compliance for all plans. Work with benefits consultants retained by the diocese for all plans. Work with the Human Resources Generalist to evaluate financials on a monthly, quarterly, yearly basis. Recommend benefit plan design at annual review. Oversee all benefit communications for all employees and administrators Assist in annual open enrollment. Escalated level for all benefit programs. Continuing Education NACPA annual convocation and LASHRM annual conference as allowed by the budget. Participate in continuing education webinars, seminars, etc. to maintain and receive updated knowledge. Attend the SHRM National conference when local and as budget allows. Attend local Bayou SHRM monthly meetings whenever possible. Membership to NACPA, SHRM, and Bayou SHRM as budget allows.

THIS POSITION SUPERVISES

HR Generalist and HR Representative

QUALIFICATIONS TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY

Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree plus 10 years HR experience PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP Certification in Human Resources preferred. Specific experience in non-profit or religious organization preferred.

Other Skills and Requirements:

Must be able to successfully complete Safe Environment training. Knowledge of Catholic Church and its teachings and values. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive situations and documents/ records. Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions. Must be able to communicate clearly by phone, in written form including email, and verbally. Knowledge of Louisiana employment law Ability to travel in one’s own vehicle to travel within the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux required. Must have a driver’s license with good driving record. Must be able to work with autonomy and possess ability to multi-task and set priorities in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time. Flexibility to work evenings and long hours when necessary. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic initiative and program development. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. This is a summary of the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. This job description is subject to change at management’s discretion. Applications are being accepted until May 12, 2025. The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion•, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require “practicing Catholic” to be a qualification for a position.