Position Summary

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist will provide professional human resources leadership and expertise while handling the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources office. While working closely with the HR Manager, the HR Generalist will support the administration of the human resources policies, procedures and programs. The HR Generalist will carry out responsibilities in the following functional areas: employee relations, training and development, performance management, policy implementation, onboarding, compensation and benefits management, and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).The successful Generalist will have a high attention to detail, be knowledgeable and have the ability to improve and streamline current processes, allowing for increased efficiency within the department. Flexibility, focus, and the ability to re-prioritize tasks are crucial to the success of this position.

The HR Generalist will be a leader that promotes a high-performance, service-oriented culture both within the department and throughout the organization, promoting and setting standards for clear responsibility while demonstrating the highest levels of confidentiality and discretion. This position is responsible for playing their part to achieve the bigger mission of East-West and for ensuring that human resources activities, decisions, and communications are clearly aligned with East-West Ministries Vision, Mission, Values, Statement of Faith and Biblical principles.

This is a full-time position located in Plano, TX.

Education and Experience

• 3-5 years experience working in a similar role, required
• 2-3 years of ministry/nonprofit experience, preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably with a major in Human Resources
• Experience with reputable payroll vender is preferred
• Knowledge of general accounting processes preferred
• PHR preferred
• Uphold a close and growing relationship with Jesus Christ
• Faithful member of a local church

Skills and Abilities

• Flexibility, focus, and a strong work ethic are essential
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, including proficiency in evaluating and prioritizing issues
• Ability to follow through and juggle multiple tasks and projects
• Conscientious and detailed
• Ability to take initiative within scope of job duties
• Solid judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in grammar and spelling
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to handle sensitive situations with confidentiality, poise, and tact
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to work well under pressure and against deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Office and Outlook and other standard office software
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills
• Flexibility to quickly respond to changing situations in order to meet business needs, reprioritizing work as necessary
• Ability to assess and implement improvements
• Willingness to "pitch-in" to serve all personnel
• Ability to be attentive to the business needs of others as well as needs of the mission
• Ability to professionally handle unexpected confrontations or interruptions
• Willingness to have difficult conversations with co-workers, speaking the truth in love