Human Resources Director jobs in Alaska

Job Title:                      HR Director

Department:                  Administration

Supervisor:                   President/CEO

Supervises:                   HR Project Coordinator

Location:                       Seldovia or Homer

FLSA Status:                Exempt

Classification:                Full-Time

Position Overview

The Human Resources (HR) Director has both administrative and strategic responsibilities, helping to plan and administer important functions such as staffing, recruitment, personnel policies, compensation and benefits.  The HR Director oversees compliance of local, state, and federal regulations for HR. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Promote SVT mission by integrating Tribal Values into the administration of all HR functions.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute HR programs including but not limited to compensation, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, occupational health and safety, training and development.
• Maintain personnel records utilizing cloud-based HRIS program and hard copy back-ups
• Benefits administration including benefit orientations.  Process enrollments, changes, terminations, coverage continuations, and COBRA in a timely manner.
• Conduct work place investigations in compliance with SVT policy.
• Tracking, recording, and administering FMLA, disability, and military leave.
• Reports, maintains and monitors workers’ compensation program and files, including continuous follow-up on open cases.
• Coordinates performance management efforts for Seldovia Village Tribe by working with supervisors to effectively administer performance management policies and procedures
• Full-cycle recruiting (evaluate staffing needs, recruit & screen candidates, coordinate interviewing, selection, hiring, coordination of onboarding.)
• Manage termination of employees including offboarding paperwork, notifications to staff responsible for offboarding duties, and exit interviews.
• Administers background checks, references, and FBI Fingerprinting in compliance with programs
• Research and participate in salary surveys, research market relevant compensation data, and provide data as requested to supervisors and directors.
• Ensures compliance with USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification including periodic auditing of Forms I-9.
• Administers Drug Free Workplace policy, to include drug testing program and staff education.
• Assists with employee relations through coaching and counseling of supervisors and employees, facilitation of conflict resolution, and risk mitigation.
• Support supervisors in disciplinary actions, meetings, or concerns.  Attend conversations as needed. 
• Conduct annual staff satisfaction surveys
• Support insurance renewal cycle
• Stay informed of industry news, trends, best practices, and new technologies.
• Regularly participate in the following meetings/committees:  SVTHW Compliance & Risk Management Committee, SVTHW Policies & Procedures Committee, SVTHW Management Team Meeting, SVTHW Supervisor Meeting, Executive Leadership Meeting, Seldovia and Homer All Staff Meetings.
• Participate and contribute to all organization strategic planning, change and project management.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Required Associate’s Degree in Business Management, Human Resources, or related field.  Will accept work equivalent.

Required 2 Years’ related experience

One of the following qualifications or higher-level preferred: SHRM-CP, HRCI-PHR, or THRP certifications

Preferred Qualifications

Able to manage shifting priorities – excellent time management skills required.

Detail-oriented

Ability to function in a stressful work environment

Strong partnership and teamworking mindset

Ability to work with highly sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite especially Word and Excel.

Prior knowledge or experience in health care or Tribal government helpful

Travel Requirements

Travel between Homer and Seldovia required

Employment Requirements

Background check

FBI fingerprinting

Preemployment drug-testing

Work Environment

Seldovia Village Tribe is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free work environment.

Physical Requirements

Stand

Walk

Sit

Bend

Speak

Grasp

Manually Manipulate

Reach Outward/Above

Lift/Carry: 50 lbs or less

Push/Pull: 50 lbs or less