The Human Resources Director at St. Vincent Depaul Society of Lane County provides strategic HR leadership for a multi-site nonprofit serving across Oregon and California. Based in Eugene, OR, this onsite role oversees HR strategy and day-to-day HR practices, with particular focus on employment risk management, employee relations, organizational change, and compliance across state lines.
Role scope
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all human resources functions for a multi-site organization operating in Oregon and California.
- Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategy, policies, systems, and practices aligned with the organization’s mission, strategic plan, and operational priorities.
- Ensure consistent HR practices across locations to support organizational effectiveness, employee well-being, accountability, and mission delivery.
- Align HR leadership with organizational values, mission, and culture.
Key responsibilities
- Lead HR support for organizational growth, restructuring, workforce transitions, and change management.
- Maintain compliance with federal, Oregon, California, and applicable local employment laws and regulations.
- Stay current on employment legislation and regulatory changes affecting multi-state employers.
- Oversee employment-related risk management, including workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, and workplace safety coordination.
- Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, including performance concerns, disciplinary actions, and workplace conflicts.
- Coach and advise managers and supervisors on performance management, corrective action, conflict resolution, and documentation.
- Identify workplace trends and recommend proactive strategies to improve employee relations and organizational effectiveness.
- Oversee annual benefits renewal, open enrollment, and employee communications.
- Ensure accurate administration and compliance related to payroll practices, wage and hour requirements, leave administration, and employee records.
- Maintain consistent performance evaluation standards and accountability practices.
- Support leadership development, supervisory training, and professional development initiatives.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, safety and ergonomic standards, and good housekeeping practices.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience leading HR functions within a large organization employing at least 100 employees.
- Experience with organizations that have multiple locations, departments, or geographic service areas is strongly preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of employment law, payroll practices, and workplace safety regulations.
- Strong knowledge of California and Oregon laws.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Driver’s License (required).
Tools and technology
- HRIS
- Payroll systems
- Microsoft Office
Compensation and schedule
- Salary: USD 95,000 - 105,000 per year
- Work location: In person (Eugene, OR)
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application instructions
In addition to your resume, complete the St. Vincent de Paul application. The application is available at www.svdp.us or at 2890 Chad Drive, Eugene, Oregon.
St. Vincent de Paul provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or any other trait protected by applicable law. Promotions, transfers, training, compensation, benefits, and all other employment considerations are administered without regard to these protected characteristics. Veterans are encouraged to apply.
