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HR Manager Our Mission:

Northland Church exists to glorify God as we participate in His mission of redeeming a people from all peoples by engaging neighbors and nations to be fully alive in King Jesus in the power of the Spirit.

Primary Description:

The HR Manager at Northland Church serves our staff, and the broader church of Jesus Christ, by partnering directly with the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department. This role owns bi-weekly payroll, benefits administration and annual open enrollment, retirement plan administration, the annual evaluation process, and staff training coordination, while protecting the church through regular HR audits and compliance. The HR Manager also creates clear, well-designed forms, guides, and presentations that help staff navigate their employment with ease. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and dependable, handles confidential information with discretion, and brings a servant-hearted, people-first approach to every interaction.

Status:

Full-time (40 hours/week)/

Exempt Department/Ministry :

113 -

Human Resources Remote Work:

80% onsite/20% remote occasionally

Lines of Accountability:

Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Effective date: 10/2026

Character:

• Follower of Jesus
• Demonstrates a life embodying the fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23)
• Agrees to Northland's Doctrinal Statements and Beliefs
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills

Convictions:

• Passionate about God's mission of redeeming a people from all peoples and how the church participates in that mission.
• Love for

God:

Personal, vibrant and loving relationship with Jesus Christ.

• Believes that excellent, behind-the-scenes HR operations are ministry that frees staff to focus on their calling.
• Loves serving and caring for people during the different moments of their employment and personal life cycles.
• Thrives in a collaborative team environment, working alongside others to troubleshoot and solve problems.

Competencies:

Payroll Management:

Own and process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time, including time entry review, supervisor approvals, and final submission. Work with HR Administrator to enter and maintain new hires, terminations, pay and status changes, and deductions in the payroll system. Administer church-specific payroll elements, including minister housing allowance, dual tax status for ministers, and voluntary tax withholding. Reconcile each payroll and partner with Finance on general ledger coding, quarterly tax filings, and year-end W-2 processing. Serve as the primary point of contact for staff payroll questions and resolve discrepancies promptly. Maintain written payroll procedures and cross-train the HR Administrator as payroll backup.

Benefits Administration:

Manage monthly new hire benefits enrollment, qualifying life event changes, and benefit terminations. Lead the annual open enrollment and renewal process in partnership with the CHRO and benefits broker, including plan comparisons, staff communications, enrollment meetings, and system updates. Reconcile monthly benefits carrier invoices against enrollment records and payroll deductions. Serve as the main liaison with benefits carriers and the broker, and help staff resolve coverage and claims questions. Coordinate leaves of absence and benefits continuation notices as applicable. Retirement Plan Administration (403(b)/401(k)): Manage day-to-day plan administration, including eligibility tracking, enrollment, deferral changes, and employer contributions. Remit contributions each pay period and reconcile with the plan recordkeeper. Support annual plan reviews, audits, and required participant notices in partnership with the CHRO and plan advisors. Educate staff on their retirement benefits and coordinate advisor meetings.

Annual Evaluations & Performance:

Manage the annual evaluation process from launch to completion, including timelines, forms, reminders, and supervisor support. Track completion, compile results for CHRO review, and ensure evaluations are documented in employee files. Process any compensation adjustments that result from evaluations through payroll. Support supervisors with documentation and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) under the direction of the CHRO.

Staff Training & Development:

Coordinate the annual staff training calendar, including required compliance training (e.g., harassment prevention, child protection) and supervisor training. Schedule sessions, prepare materials, and track attendance and completion. Partner with the CHRO and HR Administrator on new hire orientation and the onboarding experience.

Forms, Communications & Presentations:

Create and maintain professional, on-brand HR forms, fillable PDFs, guides, and staff communications. Design presentations and visual materials in Canva for All-Staff meetings, open enrollment, trainings, and HR initiatives. Keep HR forms, templates, and resources current and easy for staff to access.

Compliance & HR Audits:

Conduct regular audits of personnel files, I-9s, payroll, benefits enrollment, and HRIS data to ensure accuracy and compliance. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including required postings and reporting (e.g., ACA reporting, new hire reporting). Stay current on payroll tax, benefits, and employment law changes affecting churches and non-profits, and recommend updates to the CHRO. Maintain accurate and confidential HR records and HRIS data.

Team Support:

Partner with and provide day-to-day guidance to the HR Administrator on onboarding, offboarding, and records, and provide backup coverage. Prepare payroll, benefits, and HR reports and metrics for the CHRO and leadership. Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Values of Northland's Staff:

Church Core Value:

Gospel Centrality

• Behavioral Core Values o Authentic o Balanced o Collaborative o Driven o Elevating o Fun o Generous o Humble
• Organizational values o We clarify communication. o We crave creativity. o We desire diversity. o We embrace excellence. o We praise progress. o We relish rest. o We seek shalom. o We study scalability. Credentials (Educational & Professional Requirements):

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

o Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage recurring deadlines. o Strong verbal and written communication skills with a warm, service-oriented approach. o Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion. o Problem-solving and analytical thinking. o Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet firm payroll deadlines. o An eye for clean, professional design in documents and presentations.

EXPERIENCE

o At least 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years of hands-on, full-cycle payroll processing. o Demonstrated experience administering health and welfare benefits, including open enrollment and carrier invoice reconciliation. o Experience administering a 403(b) or 401(k) retirement plan. o Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and HR practices. Experience with church or non-profit payroll, including minister compensation, strongly preferred.

EDUCATIONAL

o Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.

SYSTEM/SOFTWARE

o

Payroll & HRIS:

Proficiency in HRIS and payroll software (e.g., APS, ADP, or similar system), including running and building reports. o

Canva:

Experience creating presentations, flyers, and visual materials in Canva. o Adobe Acrobat (PDF): Ability to create, edit, and build fillable PDF forms. o

Google Workspace:

Proficient with Google Docs, Sheets, and Drive for document creation, collaboration, and data management. o

Advanced Excel:

Strong working knowledge of Excel for reconciliations, lookups, pivot tables, and reporting. o

Microsoft Word:

Comfortable creating, formatting, and editing professional documents. o Planning Center (PCO): Familiarity is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

o Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times. o Office-based position with prolonged periods of sitting and computer work, with occasional remote work flexibility.

Pay:

From $64,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching 403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

health benefits: 3 years (Preferred) Payroll management: 5 years (Preferred) Human resources: 5 years (Preferred) 403b or 401k retirement plan: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person