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ROCKFORD RESCUE MISSION

Human Resources Director

Rockford, IL

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Role family
HR
Seniority
Director
Stated salary
$68,000 – $78,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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Description

Range: $68K-$78K

DEVELOPMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

  • Human Resources policies and procedures
  • Compensation and job classification plan
  • Recruitment and employment program
  • Employee benefit plans
  • Employee training and development
  • Employee relations, initiatives and activities
  • Human Resource Information System and departmental files
  • Assist and advise all departments in Human Resource matters
  • Point person for legal contacts concerning employment related issues

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Establish and maintain Human Resource records.
  • Recruit, screen and conduct reference checks of applicants for all positions within the organization.
  • Maintain applicant tracking and hiring files.
  • Maintain and provide current information on benefits such as Social Security, retirement and insurance.
  • Establish, administer, explain and maintain the employee performance evaluation system.
  • Assist Supervisors in counseling employees on any problem affecting their work.
  • Interpret and explain Human Resource policies and procedures to department heads, employees and applicants.
  • Orient new employees to include explanation of benefits and understanding of organizational policies.
  • Conduct exit interviews with all employees at separation to deliver final check, benefit continuance, etc.
  • Coordinate unemployment claims and hearings in order to represent the Mission’s best interests.
  • Scrutinize payroll for compliance issues related to wage and hour.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

  • Complete and submit all necessary benefits forms for new employees to acquire coverage in accordance with policy.
  • Ensure that monthly benefits forms are completed and payments for all benefits coverage are submitted in order to maintain current coverage.
  • Ensure that updated vacation/sick times are accrued for each employee in order to maintain current records of these benefits.
  • Coordinate employee deductions with payroll.
  • Coordinate and update salary increases with payroll.
  • Maintain salary range for each position within the organization and check that these ranges are followed to ensure that all wages are distributed in a fair and equitable manner.

INSURANCE/SAFETY/LOSS CONTROL

  • Keep all organization policies updated and current to ensure continuous and adequate coverage.
  • Maintain updated schedule of policies in force.
  • Obtain MVR’s on all employees who drive organizational vehicles and keep an updated list of authorized drivers.
  • Maintain an updated list of vehicles and drivers to distribute to insurance agent as required.
  • Coordinate and approve the development of safety and training programs with the Safety Co-Chair in order to ensure a safe and effective working environment.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

  • Identify training needs within the organization that would increase the effectiveness of our ministry.
  • Obtain or plan and present training programs that will meet the needs of the organization.
  • Maintain records of all staff training and development.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform related work and other duties when required and as assigned.
  • Attend team meetings as requested.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Working knowledge of current laws, regulations, methods, and procedures in Human Resource management.
  • Working knowledge of the guiding principles and philosophy of not-for-profit, faith-based organizations.
  • Ability to write clear, accurate, and logical reports and procedures.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all organizational levels and particularly with the Mission Leadership Team.

PHYSICAL FACTORS

  • Sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Occasional standing, reaching, bending, twisting and stooping.
  • Frequent moving and walking.

SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Take every opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others.
  • Provide spiritual encouragement to staff, volunteers, guests, and residents.
  • Invest in the spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, and donors.
  • Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guests, residents, and donors.
  • Ensure actions and policies reflect the Christian values and purpose of the Mission.
  • Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15-19 7.
  • Memorize monthly Scripture, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values.
  • Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and all spiritual gatherings.
  • Support and attend annual mandatory Evangelism in Service training to grow in knowledge of leading others to faith in Christ.
  • Participate in annual spiritual growth training through organization selected curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • B.S. in Human Resources or Business Management with significant coursework in Human Resource Management.
  • Three years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Human Resource Management.
  • Must be teachable and function as a team player.
  • Must display respect, gentleness and accountability.
  • Must exhibit exemplary character and integrity.
  • Must engage in safe and healthy work practices, both on the premises and off-site facilities.
  • Must take an active part ensuring the safety, health and well-being of all of our employees, volunteers and Mission guests.
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