Description

Pay: $55,000 - $65,000

Work Location: Hybrid (Up to 2 remote days/week)

About Us

Founded in 1997, Vuzix (NASDAQ: VUZI) is a growing, dynamic company that specializes in the design, manufacture and sale of smart glasses and augmented reality (AR) technologies and products for the enterprise and consumer markets. Company products include wearable displays and computing devices that offer a portable, high-quality viewing experience for applications in augmented reality, digital information, utility, and entertainment.

Position Summary: In this multifaceted role, Vuzix is seeking a Human Resources professional to oversee the various aspects of the employment process, manage payroll and benefits, and maintain compliance. Our organization employs approximately 85 individuals, and the successful candidate will be responsible for managing every aspect of their employment needs. Responsibilities include overseeing the hiring process and ensuring all employees, from executives on down, are in compliance with federal, state, and in-house regulatory requirements and procedures. The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Employee Lifecycle Management:

• Collaborate with hiring managers to fulfill staffing needs.
• Manage the recruitment and onboarding process to ensure a seamless and positive experience for new employees.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Administer employee recognition and retention programs.
• Conduct training sessions on HR policies, procedures, and compliance.

Payroll Administration (Paylocity):

• Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees.
• Oversee payroll-related activities such as benefits administration, time and attendance tracking, and leave management.
• Maintain payroll records and generate relevant reports for analysis and auditing purposes.
• Work with our third-party benefits administrator to manage benefit programs, annual open enrollment, and address employee inquiries.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, and Legal teams to ensure compliance with relevant labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Collaborate with in-house counsel on compliance issues and investigations.
• Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory bodies, as well as internal reports for senior management.

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a trusted advisor and point of contact for employees, addressing their concerns, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive work culture.
• Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives to foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Handle disciplinary actions, grievances, and investigations in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

Technology and Systems Management:

• Maintain the Human Capital Management (HCM) system and any related ancillary systems. (Paylocity)
• Confidentiality and Discretion:
• Handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Ensure the confidentiality of employee data and legal matters.

Requirements

Competencies:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Written Communication – Read and interpret written information effectively, write clearly and concisely, adapt writing style for different audiences.
• Verbal Communication – Give focused attention to what others are saying, take time to understand what is being said and respond when appropriate without interrupting, speak clearly and effectively express ideas and opinions, adapt and react professionally in both positive or negative situations.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Balance team and individual responsibilities, consider others’ views objectively and with openness to changing your own, give and encourage feedback, contribute to a positive team dynamic, prioritize team success over personal interests, work effectively across departments toward company goals.
• Professionalism – Interact with others in a considerate manner, follow through on commitments, react well under pressure and preserve confidentiality, control emotions, and accept responsibility, maintain focus on solutions and treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. 
• Motivation & Initiative – Demonstrate persistence and ability to adapt to changes in daily workflow and overcome obstacles, ask for and offer help when needed, work independently when required, volunteer readily and look for ways to improve and create successful outcomes, positively contribute to overall work environment. 
• Respect & Integrity – Treat people with respect, work ethically and with honesty and integrity, inspire the trust of others, demonstrate appreciation and sensitivity for cultural differences, help promote inclusion and understanding of the value of diversity, embrace differences and support a harassment-free environment.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Qualified candidates will either have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field or 3-5 years prior experience in an HR role.
• Solid understanding of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Strong knowledge of payroll administration, including relevant software systems.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information with care.
• Detail-oriented and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team. 
• Professional certification in Human Resources (e.g., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Travel: Negligible.

Physical Demands: Frequently required to sit, speak, hear, see, and perform repetitive motion (data entry). Occasionally required to lift or carry (10 lb. minimum). Reasonable accommodation will be made if possible.

Vuzix Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and employing the best talent available.