Human Resources/Compliance Manager

Human Resources & Compliance Manager

***Location: Arnegard, ND (Onsite)***

Providence House

Providence House is hiring a Human Resources & Compliance Manager to oversee and execute all internal HR operations and workforce-related compliance for our residential substance use disorder treatment program in Arnegard, North Dakota.

This is a fully onsite, standalone role responsible for owning the HR and compliance function. This position does not have direct reports and requires someone who is comfortable operating independently in a structured, regulated environment.

This is a working manager role. You will be directly involved in day-to-day HR operations, employee relations, and compliance execution.

Core Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Oversight

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all employee relations matters
• Conduct investigations, corrective actions, and disciplinary processes
• Enforce company policies consistently, including attendance, conduct, confidentiality, and workplace standards
• Ensure compliance with EEO, ADA, nondiscrimination, and anti-harassment requirements

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Maintain working knowledge of North Dakota Administrative Code related to SUD treatment staffing and personnel requirements
• Ensure workforce compliance with background checks, training, credentialing, and supervision requirements
• Support audits, licensing reviews, and state inspections
• Implement regulatory requirements into daily operations and documentation practices
• Ensure all HR actions align with expectations for licensed treatment providers

Policies & Documentation

• Maintain and update the Employee Handbook and HR policies
• Ensure employee records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and client-related information
• Ensure disciplinary documentation is consistent and defensible

Recruitment, Onboarding & Training

• Manage hiring processes from job posting through onboarding
• Coordinate new hire orientation and required training
• Support workforce planning and staffing needs

Payroll, Benefits & Systems

• Coordinate payroll and benefits administration
• Work with payroll and benefits vendors to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Oversee timekeeping, reporting, and internal audits

Leadership Support

• Provide clear, actionable HR guidance to leadership
• Support supervisors with performance management and documentation
• Ensure policies are applied consistently across the organization

Role Expectations

• Policies are enforced consistently without exception
• Documentation is thorough, accurate, and audit-ready
• Compliance issues are identified early and corrected
• Employee matters are handled directly and professionally
• Decisions are made based on policy and regulatory requirements, not emotion
• The HR function operates with structure, consistency, and accountability
• Some travel to Minot, ND

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3–6 years of hands-on HR experience
• Demonstrated experience handling employee relations, investigations, and disciplinary actions
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR compliance
• Ability to operate independently without daily oversight
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and follow-through
• Ability to work onsite in Arnegard, ND

Preferred Experience

• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or another regulated environment
• Experience supporting licensed programs, audits, or inspections
• Familiarity with compliance requirements in structured or regulated settings
• Willingness to learn and apply North Dakota SUD administrative code

Compensation & Benefits

• $90,000 annual salary
• $5,000 relocation assistance
• $1,000/month housing assistance for 6 months
• 401(k), cash balance plan, and profit sharing
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
• 96 hours PTO

Why Providence House

• Direct access to executive leadership
• Full ownership of the HR and compliance function
• Opportunity to build and strengthen systems in a licensed treatment environment
• Structured, professional environment focused on accountability and consistency