Senior HR Generalist

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.); Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to provide comprehensive HR services for a partner group of roughly 125 employees in Louisville, KY. The role emphasizes confidentiality, policy implementation, and partnership with finance, payroll, and IT to ensure seamless HR operations.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in HR or related field, 7+ years of HR Generalist experience (preferably in faith-based or non-profit settings), and strong ADP Workforce Now

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field is required or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience as an HR Generalist, preferably in non-profit or faith-based settings.
• Strong experience with ADP Workforce Now Comprehensive Services.
• Experience with benefits administration processes is helpful.
• Experience with market-based compensation and salary administration is helpful.
• Experience leading educational programs and delivering presentations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as HR service provider for a partner group of ~125 employees with confidential counsel and support.
• Act as HR SME on ADP Workforce Now Comprehensive Services; coordinate with finance, payroll, IT, and partners.
• Evaluate HR technology and recommend enhancements, automation, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with HR team on programs like learning, salary administration, open enrollment, morale, and community involvement.
• Manage HR-related projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

HR policy development

Strategic planning

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

HR certification

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Senior HR Generalist

Human Resources Regular Full-Time Louisville, KY, US

Today Requisition ID: 1191

Overview

The national offices of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), A Corporation (“A Corp”) “PC(USA)”,based in Louisville Kentucky, serve with mid-councils, congregations, worshipping communities, and partner organizations to carry forth the mission of Jesus Christ. Approximately 400 individuals, diverse in race, age, gender, sexual orientation, faith, skills, and more, come together as colleagues to work for a world where justice reigns, peace prevails, and God’s love extends to all people. This community comprises the staff of national entities: the Presbyterian Life & Witness, the Presbyterian Publishing Corporation, Presbyterian Women, Investment and Loan Program, and the Administrative Services Group.

Basic Commitment: This position calls for a commitment to the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) as noted in its theological confessions, the Book of Order, and the actions of the General Assembly.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a human resources service provider for a partner group of approximately 125 employees, ensuring confidential, high-quality counsel, assistance and support.
• Serve as an HR subject matter expert on ADP Workforce Now Comprehensive Services, ensuring the system achieves full utilization as a solution to HR operational efficiency and excellence. Collaborates with finance, payroll, IT and external partners to ensure seamless integration and coordination of HR systems and business processes.
• Evaluate existing HR technology and recommend enhancements, automation opportunities and process improvement that support organizational effectiveness and long-term HR operational needs.
• Partner with HR team members on development and implementation of programs and processes, such as learning programs, salary administration, open enrollment, employee morale and recognition, and community involvement.
• Manage HR-related projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field; HR certification or advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years progressive human resources experience working as an HR Generalist, preferably in a church, faith-based or non-profit environment.
• Strong experience with ADP Workforce Now comprehensive Services required.
• Experience with benefits administration processes helpful.
• Experience with market-based compensation plan and salary administration helpful.
• Experience leading educational programs and making presentations.

Required Skills:

• Ability to identify and solve complex HR-related issues.
• Planning, implementing, improving, and evaluating programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
• Knowledge and understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of software products.

Helpful Skills:

• Have a deep understanding and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness. Values diverse groups, ethnicities, genders, communities, cultural constituencies and points of view. Able to relate well to people from all walks of life and of varying theological perspectives.
• Ability to speak one or more languages other than English very helpful
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to interact and communicate collaboratively with individuals from different racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization
• Ability to think strategically and see the larger picture while applying practical skills
• Ability to achieve results working in and with a team
• Ability to work in ambiguous situations and ongoing organizational change
• Strong communication skills – listening, verbal, written and presentation
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to effectively manage projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to remain calm and flexible in an ever-changing environment

Physical Requirements:

• This is largely a sedentary position that may require occasional lifting up to 15 pounds. Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, type, write, walk, stand, bend, and lift
• Sensory and physical requirements include the ability to communicate verbally in person and through technology and use the computer for extended periods of time. Ability to communicate via telephone, virtual meeting tools, and other computer technologies required
• Able to read and understand written materials.
• Ability to communicate in a manner suitable to a church office environment
• May require occasional overnight, out-of-town travel
• This is a full-time position working a minimum of 3 days per week in the Presbyterian Center in Louisville, KY

Additional Information/Benefits:

We believe a balanced life, with time for work, leisure, and spiritual nurture, makes us healthier and more productive colleagues.

PC(USA) offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees including

• Defined Pension Plan
• Medical
• Vision
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation Days
• Sick Days
• Paid Holidays.

PCUSA Commitment:

Our faith in God inspires our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and is grounded in scripture, the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and actions of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the U.S. government, including gender identity and sexual orientation.

Candidates from Presbyterian communities in the global south and other historic Presbyterian Communities of Color, preferably with theological training and fluency in languages other than English, are encouraged to apply.