People Reaching Out to People (PROP)
Job Description for Human Resources Committee Members
Committee Role
The Committee supports the human resources function of the Operations Director.
Accountability
 The Human Resources Committee is a standing committee established annually by the
Board of Directors.
 The Human Resources Committee reports to the Board of Directors.
 The Chair is to be determined by the Committee annually.
Composition and Term of Service
 The committee will have a minimum of three members.
 The Operations Director serves on the committee.
 One Board Member will be assigned to the committee as the board liaison and shall not
have the role of Committee Chair.
 The terms of service will be one year, with opportunities for serving additional terms.
Responsibilities
 Work with Executive Director and Operations Director to define the short-term and longterm human resources needs.
 Ensure that all state and federal laws and regulations that affect employment are followed.
 Review employee handbook and other personnel policies.
 Perform an internal annual HR audit to ensure PROP policies and processes are upheld.
 Establish a salary structure, review the benefits package and participate in benefits
selection, and ensure that employee compensation is comparable other similar
organizations.
 Act as a grievance board for employee complaints. Employees are directed to contact the
Human Resources Committee after attempts at resolution through their supervisor and the
Executive Director have failed.
Committee Member Expectations
 Attend and participate in regular Human Resources Committee meetings.
 Prepare adequately for meetings in order to make informed decisions.
Time Commitment: 4 – 8 hours per month.