About the job
What if you could be encouraged to keep a bigger perspective and trusted to carry out your expertise?
At Wycliffe Bible Translators we believe no one should still be waiting for access to God’s Word. Scripture is foundational for evangelism, discipleship, church planting and spiritual growth, but today there are over 1,200 languages that still need Bible translation work started for the first time.
As a supported* HR specialist your contributions will ensure that the people God has led to
serve Him are cared for and supported. Are you ready to join God where He’s at work?
You’ll make an impact when you…
- Work with the team to shepherd staff throughout their employment experience.
- Facilitate training, maintain documentation and communicate with staff about employment information, guidelines and laws.
- Assist with performance management, conflict management and reconciliation processes.
- Collaborate on department initiatives and build relationships.
- Represent the HR team in meetings, projects, workshops and partnership efforts.
- Drive functional excellence, people initiatives and process improvements.
- Develop improvements and strategies.
- Respond to requests for assistance, participate in HR team engagements and facilitate functions within the team.
- Support administration, coordination and application of human resources policies, procedures and practices.
- Maintain knowledge of HR best practices, employee handbook, policies and procedures.
This job might be for you if…
- You’re passionate about praying for Bible translation work and seeing people around the world transformed by God’s Word.
- You’re ready to establish a team of three to five prayer partners.
- You pause and listen before speaking in difficult situations.
- You maintain confidentiality and provide excellent customer service.
- You work well both independently and as part of a team.
- You have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- You’re comfortable facilitating interviews, leading discussions and discussing challenging topics.
- You’re confident in making decisions and handling issues.
- You’re detail-oriented, manage multiple tasks and learn new things quickly.
- You have a strong knowledge of HR and legal compliance best practices.
- You’re proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
- You have an associate’s degree and at least three years of experience in human resources, counseling, social work or ministry or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- You demonstrate the desire and ability to support corporate biblical and religious goals and participate in regular work-related spiritual activities without reservation (Spiritual Bona Fide Occupational Qualification).
- You are legally authorized to work in the U.S.
You’ll thrive here if…
- You are anchored in God’s Word and committed to your faith.
- You strive for unity and collaboration.
- You take initiative and pursue excellence with humility and confidence.
- You face change with courage and curiosity as God opens doors.
It’s a bonus if…
- You have previous experience working overseas.
- You have one year of previous experience working in HR.
- You have previous nonprofit work or volunteer experience.
- You have SHRM-CP certification.
- You’re familiar with Workday HCM.
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