At Stearns Bank, we re helping people, entrepreneurs, small businesses, and local communities nationwide reach their full financial potential. Sound like something you want to be a part of? If so, we re currently looking for a Director of Human Resources. This is a primality remote position; however, candidates must reside within a commutable distance to St. Cloud, MN as up to 25% travel to this location is required. Come see how we re doing business unusual and charting our own path to reimagine a more inclusive financial services and banking ecosystem for all. Benefits Stearns Bank understands and respects that everyone is managing unique career, family, and wellness needs. That s why we offer industry-leading benefits to employees to help them live healthy lives and bring their full selves to work every day. Benefits may vary for part-time positions. Some of those benefits include: Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401k Plan with Employer Match Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Telehealth, Life insurance) 12-week Paid Medical Leave Paid Parental Leave: 21-weeks Primary Care Parent, 14-weeks Secondary Care Parent $5,000 Family Care Reimbursement: Childcare, Elder Care, Student Loan Debt, Pet expenses, down payment assistance PTO from 13 to 23 days depending on tenure. Cashout and Carryover options. 10 Days Sick Time 11 Paid Holidays 4 Days Volunteer Time 2 Days Self Allowance Time Tuition Assistance For this position, we anticipate an annual salary between $125,000 - $175,000. Final employment offers will be dependent upon the selected candidate s relevant qualifications and experience. Job Summary: This position is a strategic and people-focused leader responsible to lead and evolve our talent strategy in alignment with organizational goals. This position partners with the Chief Human Resources Officer to drive excellence across all HR functions, with an emphasis on recruitment, retention, employee engagement, training and development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The role is responsible in the development, oversight, and coordination of comprehensive policies, programs and guidelines to maintain alignment with the strategic goals of the company while aligning with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Responsibilities Lead and manage all activities relating to the following areas: recruitment, retention, employee relations, and training. This includes hiring, mentoring, performance management, retention, company culture and employee relations. Be a trusted advisor to leadership, a champion for high-performing and inclusive workforce, and a steward of our best-in-class culture where all employee-owners feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Develop and lead enterprise-wise talent acquisition strategies in partnership with the leadership team to align with the organization s current and future workforce needs. Drive a holistic talent approach that integrates recruitment, retention, career progression, workforce planning, and training initiatives, ensuring the right capabilities are in place to achieve business objectives and long-term growth. Strategically support diversity, equity, and inclusion into the organization s talent and culture strategy, ensuring DEI principles are integrated across all HR programs, policies, and practices. Partner with the DEI Manager, CHRO, and senior leaders to drive measurable progress, foster an inclusive workforce, and build a culture where diverse perspectives are valued and where employee-owners can thrive. Collaborate with managers and department leaders to assess workforce needs and define skills and competencies required for open roles. Lead the HR team in executing a high-quality recruitment process including sourcing, interviewing, and hiring, ensuring timely placement of qualified and culturally aligned candidates. Advise and support managers in fostering a positive, engaged, and high-performance culture by promoting clear performance expectations, accountability, and ethical conduct. Oversee the development and implementation of performance management systems, including goal setting, coaching, and metrics-based evaluations. Partner with leaders and HR team to address employee relations matters, including performance, conduct, compensation, safety, and accommodations, ensuring alignment with company values, legal standards, and business objectives. Research, analyze, develop, recommend, and promote compensation program and practices to attract and retain top talent. Maintain and expand knowledge and understanding of existing and proposed federal and state laws/regulations affecting human resource management. Interpret appropriate laws and policies and communicate to management, team members, etc. Partner with CHRO and total rewards director to create a competitive compensation package for employee-owners. Regularly assess benefit offerings and communicate recommendations to maintain employee satisfaction and retention. Manage employee communication and feedback through various culture and satisfaction surveys. Participate in the strategic planning and oversight of the HR budget, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and the effective allocation of resources to support talent initiatives, workforce development, and employee-owner experience. Provide data-driven insights to guide investment decisions and optimize HR operations for impact and efficiency. Provides strategic leadership and direction to cross-functional committees and employee groups, fostering collaboration, engagement, and inclusive decision-making. Guide teams in driving initiatives that enhance organizational culture, strengthen interpersonal connections, and support business goals. Continuously monitor and study all Human Resources policies, programs and practices and communicate updates as needed of new developments. Oversee all aspects of employee onboarding process to ensure an organized, streamlined process for new hires to ensure an outstanding first impression of the company. Maintain a solid understanding of all legal and compliance issues as they pertain to this position. Complete training as required. Loss prevention and security as applicable for this position. Assume additional responsibilities as requested. THE COMPANY Founded in 1912, Stearns Financial Services Inc. (SFSI) is a $3.2 billion, independently owned financial institution with locations in Minnesota, Florida and Arizona, and over 35,000 small business customers nationwide. Specializing in affordable housing financing, USDA and SBA lending, and small business and equipment financing, Stearns Bank is regularly recognized as one of the country s top-performing banks and Best Banks to Work For by American Banker. As a Star Tribune Top Workplaces award recipient and an award recipient of the Minnesota Business Magazine 100 Best Places to Work in Minnesota, Stearns takes pride in their team and holds their employees in extremely high regard. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including our Employee Stock Ownership Program-one of the best long-term incentive programs in the nation. To learn more about Stearns Bank, visit www. StearnsBank.com EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER /AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, or creed, religion, sex, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran s status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other class protected by Federal, State, local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
