Director of Human Resources

The Director of Human Resources position will work closely with the FirstNations leadership team in the development and management of the First Nations Human Resources (HR) department. The Director of Human Resources’ primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Supervision of HR staff; • Management of organizational HR strategy, employee relations, recruitment, performance management, compliance, recordkeeping, compensation and benefits administration; and • Demonstrating integrity and maintaining a high level of confidentiality. The successful candidate requires an individual with experience in human resources specifically within a Native American-controlled organization working primarily with Native American professionals and nonprofit management, and should be grounded in Native community issues and Tribal Sovereignty with an understanding of and commitment to the mission and vision of First Nations.

Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field • Six or more years of progressively challenging work experience in Human Resources for a Native American- controlled organization • Professional Human Resources (PHR) Certification • Experience working in a nonprofit and demonstrated understanding of nonprofit management • Frequent travel required – two to three times per month • Valid driver’s license • Must pass background check for position • Available to work in an office setting four days per week Preferred Requirements • Master’s degree in Business Management or Human Resources Management • Knowledge of non-profit organizational structure, legal issues, boards of directors, and practices

• Demonstrated experience working with diverse cultures and specific experience with American Indian professionals • Certified Employment Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) Certification, and/or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) • Demonstrated organizational process and policy development • Documented Native American tribal affiliation

Essential job duties are performed in adherence to First Nations’ standards, policies, and procedures, and to local, State, and Federal laws and regulations. Reasonable accommodation may be made, if requested, to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the job. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of job duties. First Nations is a collaborative organization that relies on teamwork. Other job duties may be assigned as needed.

With direction from the Chief Operating Officer and the First Nations leadership team, the Director of Human Resources’ functions include: • Finalize the strategic plan for all Human Resources functions, including recruiting, selection and placement, compensation and benefits, employment records, information systems, performance development and evaluation programs, and HR policies and procedures • Ensure that First Nations Development Institute is in compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations • Establish and maintain a sound employee relations program in the following areas: employee communications, grievance resolution, and conflict resolution • Manage organizational strategy for the appraisal, transfer, promotion, and termination of employees • Develop, direct, and monitor a complete employment record keeping system; ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee changes within established policies and procedures • Establish and implement human resource policies and procedures for First Nations, including interpreting human resource policies and procedures for employees and management staff to ensure consistency, fairness, and adherence to the goals and cultural values of First Nations • Develop, implement, and administer a competitive and cost-effective compensation program that utilizes objective criteria to establish methods of compensation, salary ranges, and rates of compensation • Oversee and manage health, dental, and vision benefits for First Nations employees • Oversee all new employee general orientation programs, staff developmental meetings, and all employee meetings for First Nations • Support, as needed, the Finance Department in addressing any payroll process issues and ensure alignment with state employment practices • Create policies and procedures for HR staff to ensure consistency and adherence to department goals • Host regular HR staff departmental meetings to ensure communication among staff regarding related departmental activities • Ensure that appropriate documentation on incidents as required by policies and procedures are maintained • Prepare and present reports on the status, activities, and plans for current and future operations; keep leadership and other departments informed of status of human resources activities by attending meetings and submitting reports

• Supervise First Nations HR staff; assign, review, and delegate work and job responsibilities • Coordinate training, orientations, and continuing education of HRstaff • Other duties as assigned

$103,000-$123,000 annually