Human Resources Manager

About the role

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is looking for a Human Resources Manager to provide guidance and expertise in training, compensation, benefits and employee relations to parishes and agencies such as the Archdiocesan Pastoral Center, Catholic Social Services, Catholic Housing and Community Services, St. Charles Seminary and parishes. The position also manages documentation and reporting for external compliance (EEOC, Affordable Care Act, unemployment) and supports onboarding, training, benefits and employee relations. It is a full-time exempt position (35 hours) reporting to the CHRO.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with government and internal regulations by coaching supervisors, monitoring job actions and auditing documentation
• Advise supervisors and pastors on compensation, hiring, leave administration and performance issues, and help employees resolve questions, problems or grievances
• Represent the Archdiocese at unemployment compensation hearings and use Pennsylvania unemployment software to track claims
• Process new hires and terminations, run exit interviews and administer leave including FMLA
• Assist with retirement, benefits, performance, grievances and disciplinary actions
• Report workers' compensation claims and coordinate with the third-party administrator
• Advise department managers on employee relations matters such as terminations and recommend HR actions
• Create and maintain job descriptions, including sample parish job descriptions
• Assist with medical, vision and dental benefits, promote employee wellness programs and coordinate HR events
• Analyze data and generate reports, and travel to parishes and schools as needed

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field (required)
• Master's degree, participation in an accredited master's program or SHRM certification preferred
• Sound knowledge of HR principles and practices
• Ability to make HR decisions in line with the values, teachings and morals of the Roman Catholic Church
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical and interpersonal skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work with confidential information

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Use of Pennsylvania unemployment software