Human Resources Professional - Leadership Opportunity with Room to Grow
Agape of Appleton
- Appleton, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and support HR initiatives in recruitment, employee engagement, training, compliance, and organizational development
- Manage and administer employee benefits programs, including health, retirement, leave, short term disability, return to work program and other initiatives, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Partner with managers and leadership to address employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning
- Contribute to shaping policies and practices that foster a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace culture
- Provide mentorship and collaborate across departments to deliver HR solutions that support both our employees and the residents we serve
- For early-career professionals: support day-to-day HR operations (including benefits and onboarding) while receiving training and mentorship to build expertise
- Demonstrated experience in Human Resources, ideally with exposure to benefits management, employee relations, compliance, and organizational development
- A strong sense of empathy, integrity, and commitment to service—aligned with our mission of caregiving and residential support
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage compassionately across all levels of the organization
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
- Familiarity with employment law, HR systems, and certifications (PHR/SPHR/SHRM) preferred
- For entry-level applicants: a degree in HR, business, or related field—or equivalent work experience with a strong interest in HR and nonprofit service
- A leadership-driven HR role with influence across a nonprofit caregiving organization
- Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and advancement
- A collaborative and supportive environment where staff well-being is as important as the care we provide
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to include:
- a wide variety of low-cost and no-cost health insurance plans to choose from - you pick the insurance plan and medical providers that work best for you!
- Low-cost dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance plans available
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Opportunities for bonuses
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- Paid training and continuing education