About Empowerment Plan:
Empowerment Plan is a holistic workforce development organization in Detroit that addresses
homelessness in two critical ways. First, we provide full-time employment and services for
individuals experiencing and recovering from homelessness in Detroit. Second, we produce
innovative sleeping bag coats, which are distributed to those who are unsheltered globally.
We Believe:
● People come first
● Everyone’s voice has value
● Strive to make the greatest impact
● Success looks different for everyone
● Our work is hard, and we have fun doing it
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
● Implement, develop, and recommend personnel policies, procedures, and programs.
● In coordination with the VP of People & Culture, provide one-on-one employee
relations counseling and disciplinary action as needed.
● Investigate complaints and performance issues; provide recommendations
consistent with standards, practices, policies, regulations, or government law to
effectively resolve problems.
● Serve as a steward for organizational culture and promote cooperation, continuous
improvement, and open and respectful communication.
● Manage timekeeping and payroll systems; responsible for bi-weekly payroll and
resulting reports and entering and updating employee information; maintain FMLA,
PFL, and other LOAs.
● Administer payroll advance program.
● Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and
documentation.
● Answer frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to
standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.;
● Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of human resource conversations, files, and
records.
● Perform periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents
are collected and filed appropriately.
● Conduct interviews and new hire orientation for program fellows.
● Assist with planning and execution of special events such as benefit enrollment, team
meetings, employee recognition events, and team celebrations.
● Reconcile monthly invoices, document discrepancies, and recommend solutions.
● Compile and complete letters, correspondence, and verifications of employment as
needed.
● Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations,
and recommended best practices
● Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new
technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
● Administer health and welfare plans, including enrollments, changes, and
terminations. Process required documents through payroll and insurance providers to
ensure accurate record-keeping and proper deductions.
● Perform customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions.
● Complete Form I-9, verify I-9 documentation, and maintain I-9 files.
● Reconcile benefits statements.
● Assist with processing terminations.
● Assist with the preparation of the performance review process.
● Track the status of candidates and respond with follow-up letters at the end of the
recruiting process.
● Create and maintain employee physical and electronic files.
● Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential
situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Working understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures.
● Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
● Strong deductive reasoning and critical thinking skills, with the ability to analyze
complex situations, identify root causes, evaluate options, and make sound,
data-informed decisions.
● Demonstrated ability to think strategically and anticipate future workforce needs,
organizational challenges, and opportunities to improve HR programs, policies, and
processes.
● Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
● Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
● Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
● Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
● Proficient with payroll management, human resource information systems (HRIS), and
similar computer applications.
● Five years of HR managerial experience is preferred.
● Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
● Interest in and passion for the mission of the Empowerment Plan.
Empowerment Plan is an equal opportunity employer
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and resume to HR@Empowermentplan.org.