Director of Human Resources

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston•Houston, TX

About The Position

Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston, now IM Houston, is Greater Houston’s longest-serving interfaith-based social services organization. Originally founded in 1964 as Protestant Charities, we’ve evolved to reflect Houston’s rich diversity of faiths and cultures. Our mission is to bring people of diverse faith traditions together for dialogue, collaboration, and service, as a demonstration of our shared beliefs. While our name and logo have been refreshed, our commitment to empowering individuals and uniting communities has never been stronger. Our core services include: Meals on Wheels/Animeals, Refugee Services, Interfaith Relations and Community Partnerships, Volunteer Houston. While each program serves distinct communities, all are unified by our shared commitment to building a more respectful, connected, and caring society. Service is at the core of our work. Through empathy and resilience, our employees bring meaningful connection and support to those we serve.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification REQUIRED (SHRM-SCP strongly preferred)
Minimum 7+ years of progressive HR experience
At least 3–5 years leading an HR function or department (Director-level or equivalent)
Demonstrated experience in organizational development, employee relations, and compliance
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and automobile liability insurance or demonstrate the ability to travel to multiple work sites reliably and attend meetings with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, or related field
Experience in nonprofit, mission-driven, or interfaith organizations
Experience building or transforming HR infrastructure during growth or transition
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor to the President/CEO and Executive Leadership Team on all human capital matters
Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with organizational goals
Conduct organizational and HR assessments to identify strengths, gaps, and opportunities
Establish HR metrics, dashboards, and KPIs to drive accountability and decision-making
Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning initiatives
Champion a culture rooted in inclusion, respect, accountability, and interfaith understanding
Design and lead employee engagement strategies informed by data and feedback
Develop and implement change management frameworks to support organizational growth
Partner with leadership to reinforce culture through policies, practices, and leadership behaviors
Lead full-cycle recruitment strategies to attract high-quality, diverse candidates
Strengthen employer branding and talent pipelines
Design and implement performance management systems aligned with organizational goals
Develop leadership development, training, and succession planning programs
Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations, ensuring fairness, consistency, and discretion
Develop and standardize employee relations processes and documentation practices
Coach and support managers in performance management, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
Ensure culturally competent handling of sensitive workplace matters
Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (including FLSA, EEOC, DOL)
Lead regular HR audits and implement corrective actions
Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook
Oversee workplace safety and workers’ compensation processes
Design and manage competitive compensation structures aligned with nonprofit benchmarks
Oversee benefits administration and vendor relationships
Lead HRIS strategy and ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy
Conduct periodic market analyses to ensure competitive positioning