Director of Human Resources - Notre Dame Seminary

Notre Dame Seminary

Position Title: Director of Human Resources

Reports To: Rector

Position Summary:

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for managing all human resources functions and for
overseeing daily administrative operations for the Seminary. This position ensures efficient office
operations, regulatory compliance, and a positive, mission-centered workplace environment. The role
requires strong organizational skills, confidentiality, sound judgment, and the ability to support
both leadership and staff effectively while upholding the values and mission of the Catholic Church.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administer all human resource functions including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, and

personnel records management

• Maintain and update employee handbook and human resources policies and procedures in

compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

• Maintain and update the organization's job description handbook to ensure all position

descriptions are accurate, current, and properly documented

• Manage employee benefits administration and open enrollment
• Manage and oversee all leaves of absence and disability claims in accordance with policy and

legal requirements

• Stay current on employment laws and HR trends through proactive continuing education
• Oversee Archdiocesan Safe Environment compliance, including background checks and mandatory

training for all staff and volunteers

• Work closely with the Director of Finance to coordinate payroll processing and maintenance of

employee time and attendance records

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters and provide guidance and

support to supervisors on personnel issues

• Oversee the performance review process, providing guidance and support to both employees and

supervisors

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records in accordance with legal and

organizational standards

• Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programs to enhance team

skills and career growth

• Collaborate with the Rector and department supervisors to assess staffing needs and maintain

appropriate staffing levels to support the Seminary's operations.

• Assist the Rector and Director of Finance with personnel budgeting, compensation

benchmarking, and organizational culture

• Ensure records retention compliance and document management

Skills and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of human resource and/or office management experience required
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience in nonprofit, church, or educational environment preferred
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, high level of discretion, and strong

conflict-resolution skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems

Compensation:

Interested candidates should submit a resume to Konnie Duncan at kduncan@nds.edu. Please contact Konnie Duncan by email with any questions about the position.