Human Resources Director

We believe in the potential of individuals and the ability to restore choice. Through nurturing relationships and challenging experiences, we all can discover hope, passion, and perseverance in the face of life’s adversity.

Position type and expected hours of work—Full time.  9:00 am to 5:00 pm.   

Classification – Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act - Salary DOE

Reports to – Executive Director

Located on a large, breath-taking private ranch on the outskirts of beautiful Cedar City, Discovery Ranch South ls is a licensed, accredited residential treatment center for for adolescent females struggling with emotional, behavioral, and substance use disorders. Discovery Ranch South combines the power of traditional and experiential therapies to help young women and their families heal. Healthy relationships, novel and challenging experiences, and a strengths-based approach are how we foster lasting change.

Share your love of the outdoors and adventure while helping young women on their healing journey.

Essential Functions

As our HR Director, you will provide professional Human Resource services to all employees at DRS.  The Human Resources Director is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resource function including: human resources management and benefits administration, direct recruiting and hiring of all employees and ensure an effective orientation and onboarding process.  Ensure that DRS is following all employment law and requirements. 

Requirements

Knowledge—

Proficient knowledge in the following areas:

1.     Knowledge of office administration.

2.     Knowledge of human resource management and supervision.

3.     Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information.

Skills --           

Must demonstrate the following skills:

1.      Excellent interpersonal skills.

2.     Team building skills.

3.     Analytical and problem solving skills.

4.     Decision making skills.

5.     Effective verbal and listening communication skills.

6.     Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

7.     The capacity to prioritize tasks and work under pressure.

8.     Effective written communications skills.

9.     Computer skills including the spreadsheet and word processing programs.

10.  E-mail at a high proficient level.

11.  Stress management skills along with time management skills.

12.  Ability to work on your own initiative.

13.  Adaptability and flexibility to changing workloads.

Required education and experience— At least 2-5 years of experience in an office environment where Human Resources is the priority.  The following subjects may be particularly helpful:

1.     Business administration/business management;

2.     Computing and information technology;

3.      Human resource management;

4.     Management;

5.     Public administration

Preferred education and experience—SHRM CP and or HRCI PHR and items as stated above.

Additional eligibility qualifications—

• 20+ years of age
• 12+ months of office experience
• Able to pass criminal investigation background checks
• Able to pass motor vehicle record check
• Current Utah driver's license (within 30 days of employment)
• Competent in Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs
• Great time management and punctual
• Able to work independently and follow through on tasks
• Committed to keeping sensitive and protected information confidential
• First Aid & CPR certified (we may provide)
• NCI certified (we may provide)

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and other insurance plans available after probationary period
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• PTO accumulation
• 6 paid holidays
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continued professional development & certification opportunities
• Significant discounts for hundreds of professional gear brands
• A few hours or less from Zion National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell
• A few hours from many world-class ski resorts
• Retirement program