HR Transformation Architect for Multisite Renewal

Archdiocese of Detroit; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Detroit in Detroit, MI seeks a Human Resources Transformation Specialist to guide organizational changes, workforce modernization, and HR transformation across parishes, schools, ministries, and central services.

The role partners with leaders to assess effectiveness, design staffing models, and develop a HR Processes Handbook while ensuring compliance with laws and Archdiocesan policies.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of organizational development and workforce planning principles.
• Understanding of change management methodologies and organizational effectiveness practices.
• Strong employee relations, and federal and Michigan employment law knowledge.
• Excellent communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with leaders at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR support for organizational transformation and renewal initiatives across parishes, schools, ministries, and administrative entities.
• Partner with pastors, principals, parish administrators, and Archdiocesan leaders to assess organizational effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvements.
• Develop HR Processes and Procedures Handbook for pastors and parish leaders handling multi-location teams.
• Provide HR support to organizational design, including staffing model development and reporting structures.
• Lead workforce transition activities, redeployment, and employee support services.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws during transformation initiatives.

Skills

Organizational development

Change management

Employee relations

Communication

Project management

HRIS familiarity

Office productivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Organizational Development

Job description

Archdiocese of Detroit in Detroit, MI seeks a Human Resources Transformation Specialist to guide organizational changes, workforce modernization, and HR transformation across parishes, schools, ministries, and central services.

The role partners with leaders to assess effectiveness, design staffing models, and develop a HR Processes Handbook while ensuring compliance with laws and Archdiocesan policies.