HR Manager
Listed on 2026-01-25
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HR/Recruitment
Employee Relations, HR Manager, Talent Manager -
Management
Employee Relations, HR Manager, Talent Manager, Operations Manager
POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Exempt
CAMPUS: Central
REPORTS TO: Chief Operations Pastor
ABOUT US: Life Family is aNon-Denominational Christian church that believes every person's life can be transformed through the power of Jesus Christ. We have multiple locations in Austin, Texas and the surrounding area.
JOB OVERVIEW:The HR Manager is responsible for overseeing and leading all aspects of Human Resources at Life Family Church, including payroll, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, and staff development. This role partners closely with church leadership to build healthy staff culture, strengthen people systems, and ensure HR practices align with Life Family’s mission, values, and legal requirements. The HR Manager provides both strategic direction and hands‑on execution to support staff and leaders across the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:Lead and manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, performance management, and offboarding
Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and staff on HR‑related matters, providing guidance on employee relations, conflict resolution, performance concerns, and policy interpretation
Champion a healthy, positive staff culture by supporting engagement initiatives, team development, and proactive resolution of workplace issues
Oversee employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, leave policies, and other benefit offerings
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as church‑specific policies and best practices
Implement and continuously improve performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, coaching, and performance improvement plans
Oversee and manage payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HR documentation, including personnel files, benefits, and performance records
Develop, update, and implement HR policies, procedures, and systems that support organizational effectiveness
Prepare and present HR reports, metrics, and insights for church leadership, including turnover, engagement, compliance, and workforce planning
Support and advise leadership on organizational changes, staffing needs, and long‑term people strategies
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a church or non‑profit environment
Strong working knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance requirements
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive situations with wisdom, discretion, and empathy
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems (experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience coaching leaders, mediating conflict, and guiding performance conversations
Monday‑Friday, 9:00 am‑4:30 pm
Participate in church services, All Staff events, and other events as needed
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