HR Manager

POSITION TYPE: Full Time, Exempt
CAMPUS: Central
REPORTS TO: Chief Operations Pastor

ABOUT US:
LifeFamily is a Non-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 LifeFamily 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 LifeFamily’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

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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

HOURS:

• Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-4:30 pm

• Participate in church services, All Staff events, and other events as needed