Description

The Human Resources Manager at the Bronx Children's Museum will manage the day-to-day HR functions including, recruiting, onboarding, payroll administration, benefits and insurance administration, HRIS administration, Training & Development, Performance Appraisals, Employee Relations, HR Policies & Procedures and other administrative and supportive responsibilities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Talent Acquisition: full cycle recruitment process, including creation of job descriptions/job postings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, verifying references, performing background checks, creating and distributing offer letters and notifying candidates not selected for positions.
• HRIS Administrator (Paylocity): maintain electronic personnel files and employment records and documentation; Manage the onboarding and offboarding process for all employees
• Benefit Administration: manage annual benefit enrollment, administer benefit plans and coordinate benefits for all employees. Manage annual open enrollment and new hire enrollments into all benefit plans. Perform annual assessment and reporting for all benefit programs.
• Payroll Administrator: review and update bi-weekly timesheets, partner with supervisors during the payroll process, payroll processing ensuring accurate data entry, calculations and reconciliations
• HR Policy & Practice: maintain knowledge of laws, regulations and best practices to ensure compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, immigration and other laws, regulations and requirements. Maintain and update annually the employee handbook and employee personnel files. 
• Performance Appraisal Assessments: main gatekeeper and resource for the implementation of 360 performance appraisal process at all levels of staff; collaborate with department heads throughout the process; participate in all performance assessments meetings; document and maintain complete records for the performance appraisal program
• Compensation Administration: perform benchmark compensation analysis annually and update and accurately maintain all compensation records and history
• Leave Administration: manages all leave of absences (worker’s compensation, PFL, Disability FMLA, Medical Leave, Personal Leave, etc.) ensuring legal compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Training & Development: develop, distribute, track and document and ensure compliance with all mandatory and non-mandatory training, professional development, performance assessments, including safety and operational training, anti-harassment training, professional licenses and certifications.
• HR Leadership: collaborate with all department leadership to define long term mission and goals; identify ways to support mission through talent management and recruiting

Requirements

Job Requirements, Qualifications, Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Communications, Organizational Development/Change, a related field and/or it’s work experience equivalent 
• Progressive work experience and proven expertise in Human Resource Management (HRM) and HR Generalist experience of 5 years
• Valid SHRM-CP or PHR professional credentials in HRM
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and employer regulations
• Prior experience using HRIS system (preferably Paylocity)
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality 
• Excellent interpersonal, resourcefulness and creative approach to problem-solving
• Exceptional judgment and a high level of emotional intelligence including the ability to observe organizational dynamics and support a positive organizational change culture
• Displays a high level of support and empathy for colleagues, and builds professional and respectful relationships with others 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Enthusiasm for working with children and an in-depth understanding of child development and educational principles.
• Collaborative spirit and ability to excel within cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to BxCMs mission and values; experience in working with a non-profit, cultural or educational institution or social services a plus.

We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone will meet 100% of the qualifications for each role. If much of a job description applies to you, then please apply for the role.

Benefits offered for the Human Resources Manager position at BxCM:

• Competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 annually, depending on Experience
• Full time - Exempt position 
• Eligible to participate in Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Supplemental Benefit Plan options: Term Life Insurance, Whole Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Medical Bridge Plan, Critical Illness Plan, Accident Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off Policy
• Company Paid Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with Employer Matching after a year of employment 

To apply:

Bronx Children's Museum is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and dedicated to building an inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. The Museum encourages all qualified candidates, especially members of all underrepresented groups, to apply for vacant positions at all levels, especially those with unique perspectives that can contribute to our mission.

Apply on the BxCM Website or send a resume and short cover letter expressing your interest in the position to Careers@bronxchildrensmuseum.org. 

Alternate forms of the above items will be considered, including video resumes, visual cover letters, or other ways of expressing your qualifications and interest. 

If you require specific accommodations to complete your application, please contact the Human Resource Department at hr@bronxchildrensmusem.org.