Human Resources Director

St. Vincent Depaul Society of Lane County; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

St. Vincent Depaul Society of Lane County is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director based in Eugene, OR.

The role provides strategic HR leadership for a multi-site nonprofit operating in Oregon and California, focusing on employment risk management, employee relations, organizational change, and compliance across state lines. The successful candidate will align HR strategy with the organization’s mission, oversee HR practices, payroll, benefits, and performance management, and partner

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience leading HR functions in large organizations.
• Experience with multi-site organizations across states is strongly preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of employment law, payroll practices and workplace safety.
• Strong leadership, communication and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of HR for a multi-site org in OR and CA.
• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategy, policies, systems and practices.
• Ensure consistent HR practices across locations to support effectiveness and well-being.
• Align HR leadership with organizational values, mission and culture.
• Lead HR support for growth, restructuring, and change management.
• Maintain compliance with federal, Oregon and California employment laws and regulations.
• Stay current on employment legislation affecting multi-state employers.
• Oversee employment-related risk management including workers’ compensation and unemployment.
• Advise managers on performance, discipline and workplace conflicts.
• Coach leaders on performance management, documentation, and resolution.
• Identify trends and recommend proactive strategies for employee relations.
• Oversee annual benefits renewal, open enrollment and employee communications.
• Ensure payroll administration, wage/hour compliance, and leave management are accurate.

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Human Resources Director at St. Vincent Depaul Society of Lane County provides strategic HR leadership for a multi-site nonprofit serving across Oregon and California. Based in Eugene, OR, this onsite role oversees HR strategy and day-to-day HR practices, with particular focus on employment risk management, employee relations, organizational change, and compliance across state lines.

Role scope

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all human resources functions for a multi-site organization operating in Oregon and California.
• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategy, policies, systems, and practices aligned with the organization’s mission, strategic plan, and operational priorities.
• Ensure consistent HR practices across locations to support organizational effectiveness, employee well-being, accountability, and mission delivery.
• Align HR leadership with organizational values, mission, and culture.

Key responsibilities

• Lead HR support for organizational growth, restructuring, workforce transitions, and change management.
• Maintain compliance with federal, Oregon, California, and applicable local employment laws and regulations.
• Stay current on employment legislation and regulatory changes affecting multi-state employers.
• Oversee employment-related risk management, including workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, and workplace safety coordination.
• Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, including performance concerns, disciplinary actions, and workplace conflicts.
• Coach and advise managers and supervisors on performance management, corrective action, conflict resolution, and documentation.
• Identify workplace trends and recommend proactive strategies to improve employee relations and organizational effectiveness.
• Oversee annual benefits renewal, open enrollment, and employee communications.
• Ensure accurate administration and compliance related to payroll practices, wage and hour requirements, leave administration, and employee records.
• Maintain consistent performance evaluation standards and accountability practices.
• Support leadership development, supervisory training, and professional development initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety and ergonomic standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience leading HR functions within a large organization employing at least 100 employees.
• Experience with organizations that have multiple locations, departments, or geographic service areas is strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of employment law, payroll practices, and workplace safety regulations.
• Strong knowledge of California and Oregon laws.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Driver’s License (required).

Tools and technology

• HRIS
• Payroll systems
• Microsoft Office

Compensation and schedule

• Salary: USD 95,000 - 105,000 per year
• Work location: In person (Eugene, OR)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

St. Vincent de Paul provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other trait protected by applicable law. Promotions, transfers, training, compensation, benefits, and all other employment considerations are administered without regard to these protected characteristics. Veterans are encouraged to apply.