What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Bay Landscaping Inc?
Job Summary
We are seeking an operational, hands-on HR Manager to oversee human resources,
safety compliance, and employee engagement across our organization. Supporting a
growing team of year-round field and management staff alongside seasonal crews, this
role serves as an important bridge between field operations and leadership.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at managing both
administrative compliance and strategic workforce planning, and is comfortable
navigating field-level operational needs.
Core Responsibilities
- Will manage and provide leadership to Recruiter/Trainer.
- Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition.
- Manage full-cycle recruitment for field leaders, account managers, estimators, and specialized field technicians.
- Oversee seasonal hiring cycles, including H-2B visa application processes, prevailing wage documentation, and county-level filings.
- Facilitate structured onboarding, career progression tracking, and internal promotion processes.
Safety, Risk Management & Compliance
- Maintain DOT and FMCSA compliance, including Driver Qualification files and the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse program.
- Manage Worker’s Compensation claims, return-to-work (RTW) light-duty programs, and job-site accident investigations.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws, as well as
- seasonal labor regulations and annual benefit/401(k) audits. Includes E-Verify and Alabama New Hire Compliance.
- Manage all OSHA reporting requirements.
- Update Employee Handbook and/or other Company Policies and Procedures as needed.
Employee Relations & Engagement
- Build clear communication channels between office operations and field personnel; oversee formal leave and request-for-time-off (RTO) policies.
- Lead employee recognition initiatives, tenure awards, and company events (e.g., annual picnics, awards ceremonies).
- Facilitate performance review processes.
- Conduct objective workplace investigations, resolve employee concerns, and oversee formal offboarding logistics.
- Benefits, Payroll & Systems Administration
- Oversee health insurance, supplemental coverage, and 401(k) open enrollment and administration.
- Audit timecards, track PTO, and ensure accurate sync between time-tracking platforms and payroll software.
- Collaborate with operations and IT to manage employee asset issuance and recovery (mobile devices, tablets, and uniforms).
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: 4 years of dedicated HR experience; background in green industry, construction, trades, or field services strongly preferred.
- Language: Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is strongly preferred.
- Compliance Knowledge: Practical knowledge of DOT/FMCSA requirements, OSHA standards, and H-2B seasonal labor programs.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with payroll software (QuickBooks preferred), ATS systems, and execution frameworks (e.g., EOS/Ninety.io).
- Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
- Certifications or Licenses: Preference is for candidate to have SHRM and/or HRCI certifications. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000