Director of Human Resources at Center For Alcohol & Drug Treatment – Duluth, Minnesota

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Human Resources to lead and manage all aspects of our HR operations. This role is responsible for directing HR staff and delivering comprehensive human resources services, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits administration, compliance, and strategic HR initiatives. The Director will collaborate closely with senior leadership to maintain organizational structure, develop and implement HR policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a productive, inclusive workforce. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to drive HR strategies that support organizational goals and employee engagement.

Summary

This individual will maintain and enhance the organization’s human resources by planning, implementing and evaluating employee relations and human resources policies, programs and practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing and directing human resources staff in delivering professional human resources services and consultation to managers, supervisors and employees.
• Maintains the work structure by creating and updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.
• Maintains organization staff by establishing a recruiting (posting jobs), screening and interviewing program; selection or recommendation of staff, conducting and analyzing exit interviews, and recommending changes.
• Prepares employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs, including providing new employee orientation.
• Track all employee training requirements according to licensing regulations and inform directors/supervisors of employee training needs.
• Complete employee background studies according to regulations.
• Manages employee performance/evaluation system as well as organize and coordinate employee incentive programs for recruitment and retention.
• Maintains a compensation plan by conducting periodic compensation surveys; scheduling and conducting job evaluations; preparing compensation budgets; monitoring and scheduling individual compensation actions; recommending, planning and implementing compensation structure revisions to the CEO.
• Ensures planning, monitoring and appraisal of employee work results by training directors/supervisors to coach and discipline employees; hearing, investigating and resolving employee grievances; counseling employees and supervisors. Steps in when directors/supervisors cannot resolve disputes in the workplace.
• Oversees employee terminations and informs terminated employees of their rights to certain benefits such as health insurance under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) and unemployment insurance.
• Maintains employee benefits programs and informs employees of benefits by studying and assessing benefit needs and trends; recommending benefit programs to management; directing the process of benefit claims; obtaining and evaluating benefit contract bids; awarding benefit contracts; designing and conducting educational programs on benefit programs.
• Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state regulation. Such regulations relate to new hire reporting, employee classification, recordkeeping, health and safety, worker’s compensation, state disability insurance, wages and hours, employee benefits, paycheck deductions, employee attendance and conduct, and discrimination.
• Maintains management guidelines by preparing, updating and recommending human resource policies and procedures to CEO and senior management team.
• Maintains historical human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system; keeping past and current records. Ensures employment records comply with licensing regulations.
• Maintains human resource staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Maintains human resource staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring and appraising job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties include developing, recommending, and implementing HR policies, procedures and strategic initiatives under the guidance of the CEO.
• Maintain and support a productive and inclusive workforce; and providing expert consultation and guidance to the executive leadership team and managers. This position is also responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining HR policies and programs focused on attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Report to senior management by analyzing data and using HR metrics.
• Software Technology & Efficiency Focus: Evaluate and implement HR technology systems (HRIS, payroll, benefits platforms).
• Identify process improvement opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance data accuracy.
• Use HR analytics and metrics to inform decision-making and report to senior management.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of a four-year degree with two years of experience in human resources
• Must possess excellent negotiation, communication and teamwork skills. Hiring, Human Resource Management, Benefits Administration, Performance Management, Communication Processes, Compensation and Wage Structure, Supports Diversity, Classifying Employees, Employment Law, Laws Against Sexual Harassment, organization.

Degree of Authority

This individual will perform duties as directed by the Chief Operating Officer and per CADT policy and procedure. All wage and benefit recommendations must be approved by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, this individual is regularly required to talk, hear, stand, sit, walk, use hands to handle, grab, finger and feel. This individual is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision requirements include the ability to read and write, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, this individual is rarely exposed to blood or body fluids, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate.

This position is designated as hybrid. The Center reserves the right to modify the work arrangement based on operational needs, patient requirements, and performance considerations.

Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. All benefits listed are eligible for full-time employees, and part-time employees receive a reduced benefit package.

• Starting Salary: $70,000
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage with 80% employer contribution toward the lowest-cost Gold Plans.
• Dental & Vision Insurance: Coverage options available for both dental and vision care.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Paid Holidays: 10 paid holidays each year.
• Development Time: Dedicated paid time for professional development and continuing education.
• Retirement Plans:
  • 401(k) & Roth IRA: 4% employer base contribution, plus an additional 4% employer match.
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance for peace of mind.
• Disability Insurance:
  • Short-Term Disability: 100% employer coverage for short-term disabilities.
  • Long-Term Disability: 100% employer coverage for long-term disabilities.
• Accidental & Critical Illness Insurance: Additional coverage to help in the event of unexpected accidents or illnesses.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for eligible plans to help you save for medical expenses with tax advantages.
• On-the-Job Training: Comprehensive training to support your growth and success in your role.
• Paid Continuing Education (CEU) Training: Paid time and funding for continuing education to maintain your licensure and skills.
• Tuition Assistance: Financial support for higher education through our tuition assistance programs.
• Tuition Forgiveness: Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Minnesota State Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and family matters.
• Family & Medical Leave: Time off for medical or family reasons in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Additional Leave Benefits: Paid leave for Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Military Leave.

Additionally, the Center offers overnight bonus pay for those working 3rd shift hours and overtime pay during mandated shifts.

VISION: The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment’s vision is a community in which people’s potential and quality of life are not limited by addiction and its consequences.

MISSION: The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment’s mission is to improve personal, family and community health through addiction prevention, treatment and recovery services.

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The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment will consider all applicants regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.