First Federal Bank · 7 hours ago
Human Resources Director
First Federal Bank is a community-focused bank that has been serving its members for over 100 years. They are seeking a Human Resources Director to develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy, oversee talent acquisition, foster employee engagement, and ensure compliance with employment laws.
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Responsibilities
In conjunction with the CEO and executive leadership, develop and execute a comprehensive human resources strategy aligned with the Bank’s business objectives, culture, and risk profile
Serve as a strategic partner to the CEO, executive leadership, and department heads on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, and leadership development
Champion a strong culture that reflects the Bank’s core values and commitment to customers’ well-being, community, integrity, and performance
Develop and manage an effective and cohesive HR team, ensuring efficient delivery of HR services across the Bank
Supports the Board’s Compensation Committee
Oversee recruiting, hiring, and onboarding processes to ensure the Bank attracts the high-quality talent needed to succeed
Develop workforce planning strategies to support the Bank’s strategic plan and evolving skill needs
Foster employee engagement through communication, feedback mechanisms, and engagement surveys
Oversee employee relations functions, including performance management, corrective action, escalation and resolution of employee issues, and thorough, unbiased workplace investigations to ensure legal compliance and a culture of accountability and trust
Provide guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations matters, performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution
Ensure consistent application of HR policies while maintaining a people-centered, fair, and respectful workplace
Oversee compensation strategy, salary administration, incentive plans, and performance evaluation processes
Ensure compensation and benefit programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with the Bank’s financial performance and risk appetite
Oversee benefits administration, including vendor coordination, plan management, enrollment processes, employee inquiries, and compliance requirements to ensure accurate and timely delivery of all benefit programs
Partner with Finance and executive leadership on budgeting for compensation and benefits
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including those relevant to the banking industry
Maintain HR policies and procedures that meet regulatory expectations and support a strong control environment
Oversee training programs related to compliance, ethics, harassment prevention, and Bank policies
Design and implement training and development programs for employees and leaders, including onboarding, leadership development, and succession planning
Support management development to strengthen leadership capabilities across the organization
Oversee HR systems, records management, and data analytics to support decision-making and reporting
Continuously improve HR processes to balance efficiency, compliance, and employee experience
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
Strong understanding of employment law, HR best practices, and regulatory considerations within a financial institution
Proven ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a mid-sized organization
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills; ability to build trust with executives, managers, and employees
Demonstrated leadership, judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters
Experience leading and developing HR teams and managing third-party vendors
Preferred
Master's degree
Prior experience in banking or financial services strongly preferred; community bank experience is a plus
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or similar professional certification preferred
Benefits
Paid vacation
Sick leave
Holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(K) retirement
Educational assistance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Paid community service hours
Company
First Federal Bank
At First Fed, we pride ourselves on being Idaho’s only mutual bank with no shareholders or majority owners.
Funding
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First Federal Savings Bank
2025-04-11
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