Human Resources Director- Owensboro, KY

Independence Bank; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Bank in Owensboro, KY is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead full-cycle HR, aligning people strategies with business goals. The role oversees employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, development, and internal communications, driving an exceptional employee experience.

The Director will design engagement initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise leadership on performance, salaries, and promotions, while partnering with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, human resources, or related field required
• Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Graduate or Master’s degree preferred
• PHR/SPHR certification preferred
• 7 years of experience in HR management

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily operations and administration of all HR functions including employment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, learning and development, internal communications, and talent management
• Develop and implement an employee experience strategy aligned with the bank's values and objectives
• Design and implement employee engagement programs to enhance satisfaction and retention
• Ensure HR initiatives align with brand and culture and stay current with regulatory requirements
• Advise on performance evaluations, salary changes, and promotions, and assist with candidate selection

Job description

Human Resources Director- Owensboro, KY

Human Resources Director

At Independence Bank, we believe great banking starts with even better people. Each employee deserves a place where they can grow, have fun and feel valued. We’ve grown to become one of Kentucky’s largest banks, but we’ve never lost our community bank spirit along the way.

Here, you’ll find a culture that promotes authenticity and having fun each day you come to work. We dress up for Halloween, celebrate holidays, surprise our employees with gifts or trips and find plenty of ways to celebrate together. We call our commitment to our communities “Local Love,” and we live it by investing our time, energy and more than $1 million each year back into the people and places we call home.

There’s a reason we’ve been named a Best Place to Work in Kentucky more than 18 times. We’re proud of how far we’ve come, and we’re even more excited about where we’re going.

If you’re looking for a place where you can do meaningful work, be part of a skilled team and actually enjoy the people you work with, we want to hear from you!

*Position is not eligible for remote work.

Job Code
HMRCSDIR

Job Family

Job Summary

The Director of Human Resources is both a strategic and hands‑on role that will provide full cycle Human Resources (HR) support to all locations and departments at Independence Bank. This role is critical in executing our people initiatives, providing great internal customer service, enhancing the employee experience, and driving HR functional excellence and process improvement.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Directs the daily operations and administration of all HR functions, including employment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, organizational learning and development, internal communication, and talent management
• Develop and implement an employee experience strategy that aligns with the organization’s values, culture, and objectives
• Design and implement employee engagement programs that enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and commitment
• Design and implement innovative employee‑focused initiatives, programs, and policies that enhance employee experience
• Ensure alignment of employee experience initiatives with the organization’s brand and culture
• Develop and implement communication strategies to inform and engage employees about HR programs and initiatives
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to implement HR initiatives and improve employee experience
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in employee experience and engagement
• Develops HR policies and programs in line with the Bank’s mission and industry trends
• Acts as an advisor on HR issues to all levels of employees throughout the bank
• Makes recommendations for employees regarding performance evaluations, salary changes, and promotions
• Assists with employee selection process, including interviewing and making recommendations regarding qualifications
• Provides advice and follow‑up on company policies, procedures, and documentation
• Administers, coordinates, participates, and/or assists with projects and activities
• Provides coaching and counseling to employees and managers as needed
• Ensures the company is in compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements and stays current with new and anticipated legislation which may impact organizational processes and objectives
• Provides back‑up support to HR and training staff

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties required by his or her supervisor. Therefore, the responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined above and other duties, as assigned, might be part of the job.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

Education

Required/Preferred

Education Level

Description

Required

Degree in business, human resources, or related field required

Preferred

Bachelors Degree

Degree in business, human resources, or related field required

Preferred

Graduate Degree

Master’s Degree or other related graduate degree preferred

Years of Experience

Minimum

Comments

7

A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Human Resources management required

License / Certification

Required/Preferred

License / Certification

Description

PHR/SPHR certification preferred.

Additional Qualifications

• Computer competency required; experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook preferred
• Experience with regulatory compliance, including Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), American's with Disabilities Act (ADA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and other state or federal laws

Core Competencies

• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to foster teamwork
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to multi-task
• Organizational skills

Travel Requirements

Requirement

Frequency

Travel to visit market locations

Occasionally

Physical Requirements
Sedentary work. Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.