HR & People Development Manager

Location: On-site (M–F, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Up to 4 days per week, as needed

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HR & People Development Manager to lead our Human Resources, Payroll, Training, and Recruiting functions. This individual will serve as a key culture champion for our organization—someone who leads with positivity, develops people, strengthens teams, and ensures operational excellence across all HR-related processes.

The ideal candidate is highly relational, organized, proactive, and passionate about investing in people. This role requires a leader who can confidently manage multiple departments, elevate team performance, and drive strategic improvements that support the growth and success of the entire organization.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People Development

• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and coaching to the HR, Recruiting, Payroll, and Training teams.

• Foster a culture of positivity, accountability, professional growth, and teamwork.

• Identify development opportunities for team members and build individualized growth plans.

• Lead strategic initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture.

Human Resources Oversight

• Manage all HR operations, including employee relations, compliance, performance management, and benefits administration.

• Ensure HR policies and practices align with state/federal employment laws.

• Provide guidance to management on employee relations and organizational structure.

• Oversee new-hire onboarding and ensure a consistent, high-quality employee experience.

Training & Learning Development

• Oversee the Training Department to ensure consistent onboarding, skills training, and continuing education across the company.

• Support the design, implementation, and updating of training programs to elevate team performance and ensure compliance.

• Monitor quality and effectiveness of training across all locations.

Payroll & Compliance

• Supervise the Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing.

• Ensure compliance with payroll laws and internal processes.

• Partner with Finance/Operations to maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data.

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

• Lead the Recruiting team to attract, hire, and retain top-tier talent.

• Oversee recruiting strategy, hiring timelines, candidate pipelines, and offer processes.

• Ensure hiring needs are met across all departments quickly and effectively.

Travel Expectations

• Travel up to 4 days per week, as needed, to visit company locations, support teams, oversee training implementation, and ensure alignment with company standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (preferred).

• 5 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or multi-department oversight role.

• Strong working knowledge of HR laws, payroll processes, training development, and recruiting best practices.

• Exceptional people skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and motivate teams.

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-minded environment.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently.

Preferred Attributes

• Warm, positive, and approachable leadership style.

• Passion for creating and sustaining a healthy, high-performing culture.

• High emotional intelligence and strong conflict-resolution skills.

• Process-driven mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to shape and grow an entire People & Development department

• Collaborative leadership environment

• Meaningful mission centered around serving people and improving organizational excellence

• Competitive compensation and benefits package