HR Program Lead & People Development

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead the HR department, oversee policies and programs, and manage staff in Dowagiac, MI. The role focuses on employee relations, performance management, training, and compensation administration.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 5+ years of progressive HR experience, supervisory experience, and strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience in a primary HR role, including employee relations, performance management, and training & development responsibilities.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) Certification, and/or Tribal Human Resource Professional (THRP) preferred. Must be willing to attain.
• Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience and/or successful completion of a leadership program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to speak effectively before groups of employees required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Applications required.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, administer and lead the day-to-day operations of the HR Department and the administration of HR policies, procedures and programs.
• Provide direction, coaching, and development of staff; interview, hire, orient, train, and evaluate employees; manage workflow and staff performance.
• Assist with department budget, ensure compliance with goals, guidelines, and objectives; develop cost/benefit analyses for HR initiatives.
• Serve as a liaison between management and employees, interpreting policies and resolving work-related issues.
• Address employee relations issues, conduct investigations, document and resolve concerns and complaints.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office Applications

ADP

Go1

Great Plains (GP)

CRM

Job description

Pokagon Band of Potawatomi is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead the HR department, oversee policies and programs, and manage staff in Dowagiac, MI. The role focuses on employee relations, performance management, training, and compensation administration.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 5+ years of progressive HR experience, supervisory experience, and strong communication and MS Office skills.