Executive Director, Human Resources

Executive Director, Human Resources About the Company Prestigious Catholic educational institution IndustryReligious Institutions TypeNon Profit Founded1890 Employees1001-5000 Categories ReligionDenominationsDiocesesHome PageOrganizationsReligious Organizations Specialties baptismconfirmationholy eucharistpenance (reconciliation)extreme unction/annointing of sickholy ordersand holy matrimony About the Role The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Human Resources to serve as the senior HR leader and key steward of the organization's hiring process. The successful candidate will be responsible for fostering a workplace culture that reflects the mission, teachings, and values of the Catholic Church. This includes executing an HR strategy aligned with pastoral priorities, operational goals, and responsible stewardship, as well as leading talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR operations. The role is ministerial in nature, requiring the Executive Director to uphold the mission and values of the Church and to build and sustain a talented, mission-centered workforce. Candidates for the Executive Director position should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with a Master’s degree preferred, and at least 10 years of progressive HR experience, including senior or executive leadership. Expertise in all areas of HR, particularly in a complex, decentralized, nonprofit, faith-based, education, healthcare, or multi-site organization, is essential. The role demands a leader with strong financial, data, technology, budget, and vendor-management skills, and a background in HR leadership within a similar organizational context. The ideal candidate will be Catholic and active in a Roman Catholic faith community, with a preference for those who are Spanish bilingual. Leadership competencies should include mission-centered, service-oriented leadership, strategic thinking, and a proven track record in change leadership and continuous improvement. Hiring Manager TitleBishop Functions Human ResourcesNon-Profit Management