Manager, Human Resources

Job Summary

The Human Resources Manager serves as the primary HR advisor, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, and workplace concerns to ensure issues are addressed effectively, consistently, and in compliance with employment regulations and organizational policies.
The HR Manager supports leaders in team development, corrective action, conflict resolution, and workforce planning, while providing education on HR policies, employment laws, and best practices.
By analyzing trends, identifying solutions, and collaborating with leadership, the HR Manager helps improve operational efficiency and promotes the well‑being and effectiveness of employees.

• Workforce Planning – Advises leaders on organizational design, succession planning, and resource allocation to optimize team effectiveness and enable leaders to make informed decisions.
  Adjust staffing or reorganize roles to meet evolving objectives while maintaining efficiency and compliance.
• Employee Relations – Serves as the primary advisor in addressing workplace concerns, grievances, and conflicts. Conducts sensitive employee investigations, provides guidance on corrective action, and ensures disciplinary processes align with organizational policies.
  Supports leaders in fostering a positive workplace culture through coaching, counseling, and consistent application of policies.
• Performance Management – Advises and supports leaders in implementing performance evaluation frameworks, goal‑setting, constructive feedback, and recognition strategies.
  Assists leaders with coaching, mentoring, and employee development initiatives to enhance engagement, motivation, and retention.
  Provides guidance on Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), corrective actions, and documentation to ensure fair, consistent, and compliant practices.
  Supports career development and succession planning by identifying high‑potential employees and advising on growth opportunities.
  Monitors performance trends and works with leaders to address issues proactively, fostering a productive and positive workplace culture.
• HR Compliance – Ensures HR policies, procedures, and practices are compliant with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as Archdiocesan regulations.
  Provides guidance and education to leaders and staff on HR policies, employment regulations, and best practices.
  Monitors HR processes and employee records to identify gaps, mitigate risk, and ensure adherence to compliance standards.
• Training & Development – Designs, develops, and delivers training programs to build leadership and employee capabilities, including topics such as coaching, counseling, corrective action, managing others, performance management, and respect in the workplace.
  Creates resources and programs to support employee growth, engagement, and compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.
  Partners with leaders to identify skill gaps and develop targeted learning opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5–7 years of HR Business Partner experience.
• HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM‑CP) is a plus.
• Practicing Catholic in sacramental union with the church preferred.

• Primarily works in an indoor office environment.
• Regularly uses a computer, phone, and other standard office equipment.
• Frequently observes details at close range, reads, and reviews documents or digital information.
• Regularly remains in a stationary position while performing work duties.
• Occasionally may be required to travel locally or work remotely, depending on organizational needs.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day‑to‑day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.
As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.