Director of Human Resources
About Thomas Allen
We began providing residential services to individuals living with disabilities in 1977, and in 1984 became the first non-governmental entity in Minnesota to offer waiver case management. By delivering exceptional client care and creating a work culture that celebrates the employees who turn our mission into action, Thomas Allen has grown to employ more than 600 people and provide contracted services for more than 20 counties across Minnesota. Annually, we deliver a wide variety of services to more than 10,000 individuals of all needs, abilities, and ages - from infants to elders. Our services include waiver case management, community living services, care coordination, respite care, and community-based residential programs.
Director of Human Resources
FLSA Status:
Full-Time, Salary, Exempt FTE:
1.0 Hiring Range:
$120,000- $140,000 Annually DOE
We’re always growing! If this role isn’t quite right, check out our other open positions on our Careers page: https://www.thomasalleninc.com/Careers/
Job Summary
The Director of Human Resources provides operational oversight for all HR functions. This role partners with executive leadership to develop and execute people strategies that support organizational goals, foster a positive workplace culture, and ensure compliance with all employment laws and regulations.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Serve as an HR leader, coach, and advisor to management and senior leadership. Effectively lead, supervise, train, mentor, evaluate, and support professional development for staff. Oversee all HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relationships, compensation and benefits, performance management, training and development, and compliance. Address employee concerns, conduct investigations, and ensure fair and consistent application of HR policies. Manage the process of employee requests for leaves of absence, reviewing documentation and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws. Provide guidance to employees and managers on the available leave options, eligibility criteria and documentation requirements. Represent the company in unemployment hearings, provide clear and concise documentation to support the organization’s position. Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure compliance with relevant employment laws. Conduct investigations into employee performance or conduct issues, ensuring a thorough and unbiased process. Lead the development and implementation of fair and effective disciplinary policies and procedures. Collaborate with various committee chairs including DEI, Safety and Public Policy and Advocacy to lead initiatives that support a culture of employee engagement, well-being and community involvement. Direct, delegate, and monitor the work of the HR team ensuring maximum effectiveness and outcomes are achieved. Strive for continuous improvement, ensuring that operational and compliance processes are completed with accuracy and efficacy for improved timelines. Collaborate with accounting to effectively execute and audit payroll processes. Manage renewals of employee benefits. Work with contracted benefits consultants in evaluating and selecting health and other benefit products and services. Oversee the full lifecycle of the annual open enrollment process. Ensure benefits programs are in compliance with ERISA, the Affordable Care Act, and other applicable regulations. Maintain up-to-date plan documents and ensure timely audit completion and filing of notices and tax forms. Analyze HR metrics and data to inform decision making and continuous improvement. Supervisory Relationships
This position is responsible for supervising employees within the Human Resource, Learning and Development, and Administrative Support Departments. Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains staff in the department. Oversee the daily workflow of the department. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations. Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy. Required Knowledge, skills, abilities and Competencies
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations Ability to learn and use HR software and other relevant technology Works independently and displays initiative Attend to detail including any needed follow-up Displays positive co-worker interaction/teamwork Effectively utilizes time management skills and meets deadlines Completes training required for position within required and requested timelines Minimum Education/Experience/Expectations
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources (HR), Business Administration, or related field required. Master’s degree in HR or MBA preferred. Society for Human Resource Management – Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred. Minimum of twelve (12) years of progressive experience in Human Resources. 10+ years supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and organizational development. 10+ years’ experience applying personnel practices to conform with all federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to FLSA, ADA, FMLA and Title VII Experience utilizing HRIS systems required. UKG preferred. Physical Requirements
Ability to perform sedentary work at a computer for extended periods of time. Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Benefits provided to full-time employees:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care Account (DCA) options 401(k) Tuition, licensure, and certification reimbursement Six paid company holidays plus one additional floating holiday Paid time off (PTO) Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel Paid training and certifications to help you develop new skills and advance your career Flexible scheduling to fit your availability and personal needs Employee appreciation programs to recognize your contributions and efforts Opportunities for career advancement and growth to help you achieve your professional goals.
Thomas Allen is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, veteran's status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance. As our agency continues to grow, we are looking for team members with diverse perspectives and backgrounds who are passionate about providing services that empower those we support.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
About Thomas Allen
We began providing residential services to individuals living with disabilities in 1977, and in 1984 became the first non-governmental entity in Minnesota to offer waiver case management. By delivering exceptional client care and creating a work culture that celebrates the employees who turn our mission into action, Thomas Allen has grown to employ more than 600 people and provide contracted services for more than 20 counties across Minnesota. Annually, we deliver a wide variety of services to more than 10,000 individuals of all needs, abilities, and ages - from infants to elders. Our services include waiver case management, community living services, care coordination, respite care, and community-based residential programs.
Director of Human Resources
FLSA Status:
Full-Time, Salary, Exempt FTE:
1.0 Hiring Range:
$120,000- $140,000 Annually DOE
We’re always growing! If this role isn’t quite right, check out our other open positions on our Careers page: https://www.thomasalleninc.com/Careers/
Job Summary
The Director of Human Resources provides operational oversight for all HR functions. This role partners with executive leadership to develop and execute people strategies that support organizational goals, foster a positive workplace culture, and ensure compliance with all employment laws and regulations.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Serve as an HR leader, coach, and advisor to management and senior leadership. Effectively lead, supervise, train, mentor, evaluate, and support professional development for staff. Oversee all HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relationships, compensation and benefits, performance management, training and development, and compliance. Address employee concerns, conduct investigations, and ensure fair and consistent application of HR policies. Manage the process of employee requests for leaves of absence, reviewing documentation and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws. Provide guidance to employees and managers on the available leave options, eligibility criteria and documentation requirements. Represent the company in unemployment hearings, provide clear and concise documentation to support the organization’s position. Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure compliance with relevant employment laws. Conduct investigations into employee performance or conduct issues, ensuring a thorough and unbiased process. Lead the development and implementation of fair and effective disciplinary policies and procedures. Collaborate with various committee chairs including DEI, Safety and Public Policy and Advocacy to lead initiatives that support a culture of employee engagement, well-being and community involvement. Direct, delegate, and monitor the work of the HR team ensuring maximum effectiveness and outcomes are achieved. Strive for continuous improvement, ensuring that operational and compliance processes are completed with accuracy and efficacy for improved timelines. Collaborate with accounting to effectively execute and audit payroll processes. Manage renewals of employee benefits. Work with contracted benefits consultants in evaluating and selecting health and other benefit products and services. Oversee the full lifecycle of the annual open enrollment process. Ensure benefits programs are in compliance with ERISA, the Affordable Care Act, and other applicable regulations. Maintain up-to-date plan documents and ensure timely audit completion and filing of notices and tax forms. Analyze HR metrics and data to inform decision making and continuous improvement. Supervisory Relationships
This position is responsible for supervising employees within the Human Resource, Learning and Development, and Administrative Support Departments. Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains staff in the department. Oversee the daily workflow of the department. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations. Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy. Required Knowledge, skills, abilities and Competencies
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions Knowledge of federal, state and local employment laws and regulations Ability to learn and use HR software and other relevant technology Works independently and displays initiative Attend to detail including any needed follow-up Displays positive co-worker interaction/teamwork Effectively utilizes time management skills and meets deadlines Completes training required for position within required and requested timelines Minimum Education/Experience/Expectations
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources (HR), Business Administration, or related field required. Master’s degree in HR or MBA preferred. Society for Human Resource Management – Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred. Minimum of twelve (12) years of progressive experience in Human Resources. 10+ years supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and organizational development. 10+ years’ experience applying personnel practices to conform with all federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to FLSA, ADA, FMLA and Title VII Experience utilizing HRIS systems required. UKG preferred. Physical Requirements
Ability to perform sedentary work at a computer for extended periods of time. Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Benefits provided to full-time employees:
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care Account (DCA) options 401(k) Tuition, licensure, and certification reimbursement Six paid company holidays plus one additional floating holiday Paid time off (PTO) Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel Paid training and certifications to help you develop new skills and advance your career Flexible scheduling to fit your availability and personal needs Employee appreciation programs to recognize your contributions and efforts Opportunities for career advancement and growth to help you achieve your professional goals.
Thomas Allen is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, veteran's status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance. As our agency continues to grow, we are looking for team members with diverse perspectives and backgrounds who are passionate about providing services that empower those we support.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.