Full-Time, Exempt | Based in Decorah

Position Summary

This position serves as both the strategic leader and the primary administrator of the agency’s Human Resources functions. The HR Director provides leadership and accountability for compliance, policy, workforce strategy, and organizational culture, while directly administering core human resources functions.

The Human Resources Director is expected to exemplify the agency’s core values of Growth, Adaptability, Respect, Responsiveness, Compassion, and Collaboration. This position is responsible for complying with all agency and departmental policies and procedures that reflect and promote these values.

Some program-specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Human Resources Systems, Records & Documentation

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR systems, procedures, and documentation to ensure operational effectiveness and compliance.
• Administer HR functions within the agency’s HRIS and personnel records, including onboarding data and training and credential records, coordinating renewals with department staff.
• Maintain, audit, and oversee personnel files (including I‑9s) to ensure legal, regulatory, and programmatic compliance.
• Collaborate with the IT vendor to deploy required training and manage learning platforms, as needed.
• Coordinate with the Corporation Secretary for assistance with personnel file maintenance and HR administrative support.

 Recruitment, Hiring & Onboarding

• Partner with Department Directors, program leadership, and the Chief Executive Officer to assess staffing needs, organizational structure, and future workforce planning.
• Review, update, and maintain job descriptions to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and agency needs.
• Personally manage and carry out full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, application management, interview coordination, and preparation of interview materials.
• Approve hiring decisions in collaboration with program leadership and the Chief Executive Officer.
• Conduct background checks and driving record checks.
• Ensure completion of reference checks prior to job offers.
• Prepare offer letters and coordinate pre-employment and onboarding processes (e.g., physicals, drug screens, required documentation).
• Conduct new employee orientations and stay interviews to support engagement and retention.
• Represent the agency at recruitment events and cultivate relationships with community and workforce partners.

Employee Relations, Performance Management & Training

• Develop, implement, and personally oversee and administer the agency’s performance evaluation framework.
• Advise supervisors on performance management, employee relations, and disciplinary best practices.
• Consult with the Chief Executive Officer on performance concerns and disciplinary actions.
• Lead and conduct personnel investigations; coordinate with legal counsel to ensure compliance; and compile investigative and disciplinary documentation.
• Conduct and analyze employee engagement surveys and facilitate leadership development, culture, and recognition initiatives.
• Plan, implement, and deliver agency-wide and program-specific training as needed.
• Prepare and distribute employee communications (e.g., policies, procedures, staff milestones).
• Serve as a key contributor to agency strategic planning by leading identified human resources strategies aligned with current and future organizational needs.

Compensation, Benefits & Compliance

• Coordinate benefits administration, including open enrollment and submission of employee data to insurance brokers.
• Analyze wage, salary, and benefits data to ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Ensure agency-wide compliance with applicable federal, state, and program requirements, including FMLA, ACA, ADA, Section 504, CSBG Organizational Standards, and CHRI policy.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor and employment laws and directly implement compliant practices.
• Conduct site visits and audits to ensure compliance with workplace safety and employment regulations (e.g., ADA, OSHA, DOL).
• Review and recommend updates to the Employee Handbook, Procedures Manuals, HR procedures, and Safety Manual to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Administer Workers’ Compensation and Unemployment Insurance processes, including claims, reporting, and participation in hearings.

Reporting & Data Analysis

• Prepare, submit, and ensure the accuracy of all required employment, labor, and program-related reports.
• Complete employment verifications and respond to external agency and regulatory requests.
• Analyze workforce metrics and turnover data to inform retention and organizational improvement strategies.

General & Cross-Functional Support

• Coordinate with the Chief Executive Officer to support Personnel Committee meetings, including preparation and distribution of materials.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with internal staff and external stakeholders (e.g., Iowa Workforce Development, benefits brokers).
• Facilitate the agency’s Safety Committee and participate in other agency or state-level committees as required.

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance & IPERS-eligible; generous paid time off and paid holidays.

A complete job description and a link to the application portal are available below.