Develop and maintain the Human Resource initiative within the Bank's Strategic Plan; ensuring the Bank's direction on employee relations, hiring, and retention is adequately addressed and managed.

Develop and implement HR programs that support business objectives including competitive compensation and benefits programs, HR policies and guidelines, regulatory compliance programs, organizational development programs, payroll administration, and employee record management policies.

Develop the recruiting and retention strategy for the Bank, including directing the process for phone screens, interviews, reference checks, etc. Responsible for ensuring all recruiting efforts comply with state and federal laws.

Develop and manage the Performance Management program for the bank. This includes designing and measuring the effectiveness of the performance review tools, training, and communicating the process as needed. This also includes annual salary planning with Management.

Provide consultation to Management on sensitive employment issues, assist with disciplinary action and terminations, and engage legal counsel as needed.

Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Complete internal control tasks, such as completing required governmental reports, monthly payroll audits, and ongoing reviews of other HR associate's reconciliations.

Participate in other projects or Bank initiatives as assigned by Management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or business-related discipline.

Minimum of ten years HR generalist experience, with a minimum of 5 years HR management experience.

Experience in developing and implementing HR strategies that align with business goals in the areas of recruitment and retention; people development; employee relations and compliance.

Ability to collaborate with other departments and all levels of the Bank.