Full Time - Regional Human Resources Representative - Clear Lake, IA

Now Hiring: Regional Human Resources Representative

Region: Northern Iowa | Travel Required (Up to 50%) | Full-Time Non-Profit | Human Services | Clear Lake, IA

Are you an HR professional driven by purpose? Join a mission-focused, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). As our Regional HR Representative, you won't just support employees-you'll empower a workforce that changes lives.

This is a strategic and hands-on HR role where you'll partner with regional leaders across Northern Iowa-the role will be based at our headquarters office in Clear Lake, and you will frequently travel to Fort Dodge, and Waterloo. You'll provide expert guidance in employee relations, talent development, compliance, and performance management-all while helping us build a culture rooted in empathy, integrity, and inclusion. Make a meaningful impact, every single day. At our core, we are a nonprofit organization serving individuals with IDD through personalized, community-based support. The people we serve depend on compassionate staff-and our staff depend on you to ensure they are supported, valued, and empowered.

What You'll Do:

Advise leadership on workforce planning, structure, and talent strategy Advise on employee relations: coaching, investigations, and conflict resolution Guide performance reviews, development plans, and succession strategies Oversee benefits and leave programs (FMLA, ADA, Workers' Comp, etc.)

Collaborate on recruiting efforts, inclusive hiring practices and interview planning Ensure HR compliance across federal, state, and local laws Manage policy rollouts, tech updates, and HR process improvements Analyze HR metrics to support data-driven decisions

What You Bring:

✔ Bachelor's in HR, Business, or related field

✔ 4+ years of progressive HR experience (multi-site or healthcare setting preferred)

✔ 2+ years in a HR generalist role ✔ SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR (strongly preferred)

✔ Deep understanding of employment law & compliance standards

✔ Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for people-first leadership

✔ Commitment to equity, inclusion, and service excellence

✔ Valid driver's license