Human Resources Director

Job Title: Human Resources Director
Department: Administration / Human Resources
Reports to: Vice President
Annual Salary Range: $70,000 – $75,000 (commensurate with experience)

The Greening of Detroit is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working with residents, block clubs, community development corporations, schools, faith-based organizations and businesses to grow A Greener Detroit through planting and educational programs, workforce development, environmental leadership, advocacy and by building community capacity. Since 1989, we have worked to reforest the City of Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park by planting over 177,000 trees while working closely with the City of Detroit and in 2024 we celebrated our thirty-fifth year of community service.

Position Description:

The Human Resources Director is responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day administration, compliance, and coordination of the Human Resources function in alignment with organizational policies and leadership direction. This is a hands-on HR leadership role focused on compliance, employee relations, and HR operations within a decentralized supervision model.

Within The Greening of Detroit’s organizational structure, Program Directors are responsible for direct staff supervision and annual performance evaluations within their departments. The Human Resources Director provides policy guidance, compliance oversight, and consultation to ensure consistency, fairness, and adherence to organizational standards. The Vice President and Human Resources Director serve as final decision-makers in escalated personnel matters.

This role supports a workforce of approximately 45 full-time employees and 75 seasonal staff and plays a key role in maintaining legal compliance, supporting leadership, and fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Essential Position Responsibilities:

Compliance & HR Administration

       •  Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour regulations, employee classification, and required postings.
       •  Develop, maintain, and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook to ensure legal compliance and organizational clarity.
       •  Maintain accurate, secure, and compliant employee records and HR documentation.

Employee Relations & Advisory Support

  • Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, documentation, and resolution of workplace issues.

  • Provide guidance to Program Directors on employee relations, policy interpretation, and corrective action processes.

  • Partner with the Vice President on escalated personnel matters and final determinations when needed.

Recruitment, Onboarding & Workforce Support

  • Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and offboarding processes for full-time and seasonal staff.

  • Ensure consistent and equitable hiring practices across departments.

  • Support seasonal workforce planning, onboarding, and transitions in coordination with program leadership.

Culture & Organizational Support

  • Support the development of a respectful, inclusive, and accountable workplace culture grounded in organizational values.

  • Assist leadership in implementing staff engagement and retention practices.

  • Provide HR-related training and guidance to supervisors and staff as needed.

HR Systems & Operations

  • Administer employee benefits, assist with payroll coordination, and support open enrollment processes.

  • Maintain HR systems and reporting functions to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

  • Identify HR risks and recommend practical solutions to leadership.

  • Attends meetings as required or requested.

  • Completes other duties and projects as assigned to support The Greening of Detroit’s mission and organizational effectiveness.

  • Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable payroll system.

Required Qualifications for Successful Position Performance:

       •     Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, with the ability to support inclusive workplace
              practices.
       •     Strong understanding of employment laws, HR compliance requirements, and employee relations practices.
       •     Experience working in decentralized supervision environments or with multi-department leadership structures.
       •     Ability to manage sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism, fairness, and discretion.
       •     Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to advise and support managers.
       •     Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.
       •     Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

  • 5–7 years of progressive HR experience required, including employee relations and HR compliance.

  • Nonprofit experience and/or experience supporting seasonal workforce strongly preferred.

  • HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent) preferred but not required.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.

Compensation, Benefits and Perks:
 
The Greening of Detroit offers medical insurance with employee premium sharing. Plus, there is the option of enrolling in voluntary-employee-paid dental and vision. We also offer paid holidays and paid bereavement days. Additionally, based on date of hire AND hours worked, The Greening also offers accrued paid sick time and in line with seniority, accrued Paid Time Off (PTO).

Candidates should have reliable transportation, possess a valid driver’s license if stated in the job description, provide references if requested and be willing to undergo a criminal background check. Please note the Annual Salary Range prior to sending a résumé and cover letter to recruiting@greeningofdetroit.com by May 21, 2026.  No phone calls, please.


EEO Statement   

The Greening of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking to reach a broad and diverse candidate pool when filling vacant positions. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds. We sincerely believe that our organization and its work benefits from the perspectives and talents of a diverse staff based on qualifications and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.