[Hiring] Human Resources Partner @InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

Role Description

To advance the purpose of InterVarsity, this position will build partnerships across the Fellowship and deliver value-added HR service to Staff and Staff Directors that reflect the ministry objectives and values of the organization. The HR Generalist/ Senior HR Generalist will serve as an internal consultant and strategic partner to Staff Directors and Staff on Human Resources-related issues.

Major Responsibilities

• Personal:
  • Be a maturing disciple of Jesus Christ: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture, and God's purposes in the world.
  • Be a lifelong learner who prizes the discipleship of the mind, particularly staying current on issues of business practices within ministry, human resources, and talent management.
• Human Resources Consulting and Partnership:
  • Act as an internal consultant and partner with Staff Directors and Staff by proactively identifying and analyzing HR-related ministry needs and recommending solutions for implementation.
  • Partner closely with leadership and staff to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state employment related legal requirements and InterVarsity policies and procedures; assist in mitigating legal risks, and partner with the Legal department as necessary.
  • Provide HR Policy guidance and interpretation on complex situations, and partner with staff and Staff Directors to resolve complex employee relations issues; conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations as required.
  • Provide consultation and coaching to Staff Directors on performance management, department restructures, workforce planning, and exit interviews.
  • Perform other duties or complete other projects as assigned.
• HR Focus Areas:
  • Compensation:
    • Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and InterVarsity guidelines pertaining to compensation.
    • Oversee the ongoing design and administration of the InterVarsity salary structure and compensation plan.
    • Review and grade position descriptions across the organization.
  • Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:
    • Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws and InterVarsity guidelines pertaining to recruitment and selection.
    • Partner and consult with Staff Directors throughout the recruitment, screening and hiring process for assigned open positions.
    • Research and utilize effective recruitment sources to attract qualified and diverse applicants.
  • Other Areas as Assigned:
    • Partner with the HR Team and supporters.
    • Participate in the development and implementation of HR department goals/objectives, policies, procedures and systems.
    • Train, coach and mentor HR Staff as necessary.
    • Assign work to other HR Staff as necessary.
    • Provide backup support for Human Resources functions as necessary.
    • Participate in HR-related and cross-functional project teams.
    • Assess and anticipate HR-related needs; recommend new approaches to improve the efficiency and services of the HR Department.
    • Develop a team of prayer and financial support.
    • Raise an agreed-upon amount of financial support (MPD).
    • Establish and nurture ministry partnership relationships through visits, phone calls, and/or prayer letters.

Qualifications

• Annually affirm InterVarsity’s Statement of Faith.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR required; PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP strongly preferred (Sr Generalist).
• Minimum of 4-6 years of related experience (HR Generalist).
• Minimum of 7 years of related experience (Sr HR Generalist).
• Ability to resolve moderately complex employee relations issues (HR Generalist).
• Ability to resolve and provide guidance/leadership around complex employee relations issues (Sr Generalist).
• Working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines including employee relations, compensation, HRIS, recruitment, diversity, performance management, benefits, etc.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrates strong initiative and ability to follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results.
• Ability to consult with Staff Directors in multiple locations.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with staff at all levels.
• Effectively envision, develop, and implement new strategies to address complex ministry issues.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Be self-directed and motivated.
• Prior knowledge / experience with InterVarsity preferred.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Software applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability and commitment to work in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to handle all matters in a confidential manner.
• Commitment to continued professional growth.
• Ability to travel as required, including attendance at two five-day triennial conferences (Urbana – generally December 27-January 1; and Staff Conference – generally early January).

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• 403(b) matching contributions.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee discounts.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Professional development assistance.
• Vision insurance.