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Human Resources Manager I

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.
Kansas, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026

Serves as primary resource to support and partner with leaders and employees from multiple departments and at all levels within the organization. Manage activities related to, but not limited to, employee engagement, learning and development, compensation, benefits, wellness, HR compliance, and other related areas for corporate functions. Coordinate and partner with Centers of Expertise in the management of these activities. Advise leaders in complex employee relations matters and serve as a knowledgeable resource for HR practices and procedures. Develop and maintain effective working relationships and provide excellent customer service when addressing employee and leadership team questions and inquiries. Handle complex issues and problems and consult with senior HR leaders as needed.

 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide counsel to leaders and employees regarding human resources policies, programs and procedures to ensure compliance with company guidelines, employment law, and company culture
  • Facilitate talent management initiatives to drive engagement, build business capabilities, and enhance retention. Partner with HR team to ensure consistency with talent initiatives organizationally
  • Assist with compliance reporting and Integrity Helpline case management
  • Effectively partner with HR team at business unit level and headquarters
  • Recommend process improvement and efficiencies within the scope of responsibilities to enhance the human resource’s function and employee experience.
  • Provide employee relations support for assigned leaders. Consult with employees and managers to address and resolve employee concerns and disputes, escalating and recommending appropriate actions
  • Partner with the learning and development team to provide solution and training recommendations to people leaders and employees as needed
  • Support and track employee engagement action planning and participate in employee engagement team meetings and activities
  • Create and provide people analytics to the business including position control tracking, recruiting/hiring reports, turnover reports, exit feedback, and tracking of performance/compensation tasks
  • Process personnel changes, including status, position, pay, and personal information
  • Perform job analysis in partnership with the compensation team as needed and advise people leaders in matters of compensation, job classification, and career pathing
  • Maintain highest level of confidentiality related to organizational changes and other sensitive information related to HR job responsibilities
  • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

  • Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • 5 to 8 years of progressive generalist human resources experience
  • Demonstrated leadership attributes or supervisory experience
  • Experience with HR information systems and Microsoft Office applications
  • Certification and/or License – Human Resources certifications preferred (e.g., PHR/SPHR, SHRM, HRCI)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources principles, concepts, and practices
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HRIS systems, including strong Excel skills
  • Able to interpret and apply company policies; able to apply an understanding of key legal precedents, policies and practices to protect the interest of the Company and its employees
  • Able to build credible relationships with managers, peers, and team members across the organization
  • Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
  • Able to analyze data and make decisions based on all relevant information and build recommendations and solve problems based on this data
  • Able to exercise sound judgment, coaching, influencing, and conflict resolution skills
  • Able to handle challenging or conflict situations with tact and professionalism
  • Able to maintain confidentiality of information
  • Able to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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