Location: Portland, OR
Company: Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board
93-638, under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA) serving the Tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon and Washington. It is incorporated as a charitable organization in the State of Oregon. NPAIHB's mission is to " eliminate health disparities and improve the quality of life of American Indians and Alaska Natives by supporting Northwest Tribes in their delivery of culturally appropriate, high quality health programs and services.
" NPAIHB's vision is " Health and Wellness for the 7th Generation. " Job Summary: The Human Resources Director is vital in shaping the organizational culture, developing and implementing Human Resources policies
and programs, and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment for all employees. Employees are NPAIHB's most important resource. The Human Resources Director bolsters this resource in a number of ways, from making sure the most qualified people are hired to doing whatever it takes to motivate and retain employees.
The Human Resources Director is a member of the Management Team and essential staff. This position is full-time and based out of the Portland office to support day-to-day management of the Human Resources Department. Essential Functions Human Resources Oversight Monitors and ensures the organization's compliance with federal, state (Idaho, Oregon, and Washington), and
local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance Maintains knowledge of human resources trends, best practices, new technologies in human resources, and talent management; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to leadership Collaborates with leadership to understand the NPAIHB's goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention Identifies staffing and recruiting needs in partnership with leadership and project directors; develops and executes best practices for hiring and talent management.
Co-leads the Quality Improvement Team and actively looks for ways in which NPAIHB policies and processes can be improved to maximize efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, processes, human resources training, initiatives, and surveys to support the organization's human resource compliance and strategy needs. Oversees employee compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development Supervises and trains Human Resources staff in the department while overseeing daily workflow; and provides back up support to Human Resources staff when they are unavailable.
Leads and contributes to employee onboarding, development plans, succession planning, retention programs, training, and leadership development. Mentors leaders on conflict resolution techniques and performance management via training platforms and development sessions Provides coaching and counseling to resolve conflicts; develop org-wide conflict resolution program with restorative justice and indigenous practices Leads employee relations investigations and effectively addresses employee relations and engagement issues; works closely with General Counsel or outside counsel, if needed.
Provides guidance on all disciplinary actions under Program Operations Manual; and works with General Counsel to backss legal considerations. Develops and implements departmental budget. Other Duties: Attends Wellness Committee meetings Attends quarterly and ad-hoc Personnel Committee meeting and provides staff support at these meetings. Performs other duties as required. Performs other duties and assignments as directed by Executive Director Professional Attributes: Uphold the Mission, Values, and Vision of the NPAIHB.
Maintain the highest level of confidentiality with all NPAIHB information and documentation. Consistently exhibit professional behavior, sound judgement, and the high degree of personal and professional integrity and impartiality. Demonstrate high emotional intellegence in the performance of all duties and responsibilities. Orientation toward learning, innovation, and service. Commitment to building an organizational cultural which centers NPAIHB's service to tribes, promotes professional excellence, and builds an environment where employees grow and thrive.
Committed to building an inclusive workplace across a range of identities and experiences (geography, age, gender identity, gender expression, interactionual orientation, ethnicity, class, language, disability, immigration status). Sees diversity as a strength. Equity as a baseline. Work in a cooperative manner with all levels of management and with all NPAIHB staff. Effectively plan, organize workload, and schedule time to meet workload demands. Recognize that relationships are the cornerstone of NPAIHB's work by treating all NPAIHB delegates/alternates, partners, staff and American Indian/Alaska Native people with dignity and respect Show consideration by communicating effectively and building collective understanding.
Participate willingly in NPAIHB activities. Qualifications: At least 5 years of proven experience as a Human Resources Director; at least 10 years of supervisory experience. Excellent knowledge of federal and state (ID, OR, WA) employment laws and regulations Thorough knowledge of human resource management principles and best practices Knowledge of data analysis and reporting Excellent leadership and conflict resolution skills Outstanding interpersonal skills required.
The HR Director must communicate with both management, project directors and employees effectively and professionally in order to create and administer policy. Excellent oral and written communication skills reflective of a professional organization; including ability to speak clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations. Strong personal and professional judgment, which are invaluable skills for a role that makes hiring decisions as well as in finding the best solution to organizational issues. Ability to critically and systematically analyze and resolve problems in a timely manner.
Must be adaptable to respond quickly to a shifting reality and adjust initiatives and priorities accordingly Be friendly, courteous manner to effectively work with tribal representatives, NPAIHB staff, and the general public. Diligent and firm with high ethical standards Hold a BA in human resources, business administration or relevant field; MA in human resources HRCI PHR certification required. SHRM-SCP certification required. Advanced user of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point. Physical Demands: Frequently involves sedentary work: exerting up to 10 pounds of force and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Physical Requirements: Constantly requires the ability to receive detailed information through oral communications, and to make fine discrimination in sound. Constantly requires repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Often requires walking or moving about to accomplish tasks. Occasionally requires standing and/or sitting for sustained periods of time. Occasionally requires ascending or descending stairs or ramps using feet and legs and/or hand and arms.
Occasionally requires stooping which entails the use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Infrequently requires crouching. Typical Environmental Conditions: The worker is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions which provide protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes, and is occasionally subject to outside environmental conditions. Travel Requirements: Local or overnight travel within the NW is required once per quarter. Disclaimer: The individual must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately without causing a significant safety threat to self or others.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and or skills required of all personnel so classified. Except as provided by Title 25, U. S. C. § 450e(b), which allows for Indian preference in hiring, the NPAIHB does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, interaction, national origin, disability, marital status, interactionual orientation, religion, politics, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, veteran or military status, genetic information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law.
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