Senior HR Generalist

Presbyterian Church USA•Louisville, KY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior HR Generalist serves as a human resources service provider for a partner group of approximately 125 employees, offering confidential, high-quality counsel, assistance, and support. The role is an HR subject matter expert on ADP Workforce Now Comprehensive Services and helps ensure the system is fully utilized to improve HR operational efficiency and excellence. The position collaborates with finance, payroll, IT, and external partners to coordinate HR systems and business processes, and evaluates HR technology to recommend enhancements, automation opportunities, and process improvements. The Senior HR Generalist partners with HR colleagues to develop and implement programs and processes, including learning programs, salary administration, open enrollment, employee morale and recognition, and community involvement. The role also manages HR-related projects and performs other duties as assigned. The position calls for commitment to the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and its theological confessions, Book of Order, and General Assembly actions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive human resources experience working as an HR Generalist.
Strong experience with ADP Workforce Now Comprehensive Services.
Ability to identify and solve complex HR-related issues.
Ability to plan, implement, improve, and evaluate programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
Knowledge and understanding of employment laws and regulations.
Proficiency with Microsoft suite of software products.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate and communicate with people from different racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Excellent communication skills and ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.
Ability to think strategically while applying practical skills.
Ability to achieve results while working in and with a team.
Ability to work in ambiguous situations and ongoing organizational change.
Strong listening, verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to manage projects effectively and meet deadlines.
Ability to remain calm and flexible in an ever-changing environment.
Commitment to the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
Ability to communicate in a manner suitable to a church office environment.
Ability to communicate via telephone, virtual meeting tools, and other computer technologies; read and understand written materials; and use a computer for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

HR certification or an advanced degree.
Experience in a church, faith-based, or nonprofit environment.
Experience with benefits administration processes.
Experience with market-based compensation plans and salary administration.
Experience leading educational programs and making presentations.
Deep understanding of and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness; valuing diverse groups, ethnicities, genders, communities, cultural constituencies, and points of view.
Ability to relate well to people from all walks of life and varying theological perspectives.
Ability to speak one or more languages other than English.
Theological training and fluency in languages other than English are encouraged, particularly for candidates from Presbyterian communities in the global south and other historic Presbyterian Communities of Color.

Responsibilities

Provide confidential, high-quality HR counsel, assistance, and support to a partner group of approximately 125 employees.
Serve as an HR subject matter expert on ADP Workforce Now Comprehensive Services and support its full utilization for HR operational efficiency and excellence.
Collaborate with finance, payroll, IT, and external partners to coordinate HR systems and business processes.
Evaluate HR technology and recommend enhancements, automation opportunities, and process improvements.
Partner with HR team members to develop and implement learning programs, salary administration, open enrollment, employee morale and recognition, and community involvement programs and processes.
Manage HR-related projects as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.