Director of Human Resources

We are looking for an experienced human resources leader to guide people operations for a faith-based organization in Richmond, Virginia. This role serves as a trusted partner to ministry and school leadership, offering practical counsel on employee matters while upholding high standards of service, discretion, and professionalism. The Director of Human Resources will help strengthen HR practices across the organization, support a collaborative team environment, and ensure alignment with employment requirements and organizational values.

Responsibilities:
• Advise pastors, principals, and other organizational leaders on employee relations matters, workforce decisions, and day-to-day HR guidance.
• Handle complex personnel situations, including performance concerns, disciplinary actions, workplace conflict, and employment separations with fairness and sound judgment.
• Direct or support internal reviews involving complaints related to harassment, discrimination, or misconduct, ensuring appropriate documentation and follow-through.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws and internal policies by promoting consistent HR practices across ministries, schools, and related entities.
• Coach leaders through performance management discussions, corrective action planning, and other sensitive employee situations.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues to support core functions such as payroll, benefits administration, recruiting, onboarding, and broader HR operations.
• Contribute to department initiatives, process enhancements, audits, and cross-functional projects that improve HR effectiveness and reduce organizational risk.
• Serve as a key leadership partner within the HR function by providing operational continuity, mentoring team members, and supporting long-term planning efforts.
• Participate in occasional evening or weekend activities and travel as needed to meet organizational and leadership support needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in human resources leadership, with significant depth in employee relations.

• Demonstrated knowledge of HR compliance, investigations, performance management, and personnel administration.

• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills, with the ability to influence and support leaders effectively.

• Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment.

• Experience supporting compensation, benefits, and general HR administration in a complex organizational environment.

• HR certification is preferred.

• Ability to work effectively within a faith-based or mission-centered setting; nonprofit experience is helpful.

Compensation

$94,000.00-$146,000.00 Yearly

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