Location and Job Title:

Human Resources Manager
Levite JCC
3960 Montclair Rd
Birmingham, AL 35213

Principal Responsibilities:

The statements included in this description are intended to reflect this job's general duties and responsibilities. They are not to be considered all-inclusive. The employee may be assigned other tasks that are not explicitly included in this summary.

The human resources manager will lead and direct HR functions including recruiting, payroll processing, on/off-boarding, benefit and leave administration, employee relations, and policy administration. Maintains knowledge of and ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices with regard to human resources as well as payroll, benefit plans, safety, talent management, etc. The incumbent must be mission-driven and both experienced in and passionate about working in a nonprofit environment.

Essential functions

• Partner with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Provide support and guidance to management and staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations. Helps provide a productive non-discriminatory work environment by promoting equal opportunities. Responds promptly to claims of discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence.
• Manage the talent acquisition process, which includes recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborates with departmental managers/supervisors to understand skills and competencies required for openings. Monitors and participates in all interviewing and hiring processes. Provides a brief summary of employee benefits to prospective employees. Collects all employment related documents and coordinates and confirms that pre-hiring requirements are completed, and results are received. Makes a written conditional offer of employment to selected employment candidates.
• Assist management staff to assure all employees receive fair and equal treatment with respect to company policies and procedures. Provide counsel to employees in resolving job related or personal issues affecting their performance. Administer policies and procedures fairly and impartially with respect to discipline, work performance, work assignments, and attendance.
• Delegate appropriate levels of responsibility and authority to department personnel for effective and efficient operation.
• Conduct orientation for all new employees to include communication of group benefits, company policies and procedures, provide appropriate manuals and other documents to new employees. Conduct Q&A sessions.
• Conduct employee and management training sessions on human resources or related topics.
• Receive recommendations for employee promotions and/or pay changes and prepare recommended pay changes in written form for final approval.
• Oversee the company's wage and salary program. Analyze trends in compensation and benefits; research and propose competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and recommend best practices; review policies and procedures to maintain compliance. Serve as the equal employment officer (EEO). Review and monitor personnel activities to ensure compliance relating to equal employment opportunity policies.
• Participate in activities to accomplish the highest level of safety for company employees. Recommend programs and/or procedures for implementation based on the organization's emergency safety plan.
• Perform a variety of payroll duties involving payroll processing such as receiving, reviewing, entering, auditing, and processing payroll data; maintain payroll files and records; maintain payroll system; review and reconcile payroll reports; provide information for journal entries; provide payroll information to employees and payroll-related entities; and ensure adherence to established payroll policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Assist with the administration of all benefit and retirement plan programs including medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, and 401(k).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in human resources or business administration
• At least seven years of relevant experience
• Previous experience in a nonprofit working environment; must be mission-driven.
• Ability to balance department, team, and individual responsibilities, exhibit objectivity and openness to others' points of view; give and welcome respectful professional feedback, contribute to building and upholding positive team spirit. Ability to place success of team and department above own interests, ability to build and support and maintain department morale and team/group objectives, recognize accomplishments of and respect other team members. Ability to follow procedures; complete assigned tasks correctly and timely; support department and company goals and values; support affirmative action and respect diversity.
• Ability to hire, discipline, terminate, manage, train, assign, and develop staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of products, particularly Excel and Word
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage demand, priority shifts, delays, deadlines, and/or unexpected events. Ability to manage multiple tasks, demands, and priorities.
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality with regard to employee and organizational information, job duties, and other related information.
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and analytical.

Salary:

$65,000 - $75,000

Agency Information:

LJCC Mission

The mission of the Levite Jewish Community Center is to enhance Jewish identity by providing programs and activities that promote cultural enrichment, cultivate educational development and provide for the well-being of its members.

LJCC Identity

Through the lens of Jewish identity and values, the Levite Jewish Community Center provides a welcoming, family-oriented gathering place for a diverse membership to engage in meaningful experiences of the mind, body, and soul.

LJCC Values

• We cultivate memorable life experiences and meaningful relationships
• We pursue collaboration within the Jewish and broader communities
• We empower individuals to learn and understand Jewish values
• We provide a welcoming and open environment
• We embrace and celebrate diversity
• We encourage wellness of the mind, body and soul
• We connect our community to the people of the State of Israel

Employee Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance