What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Laughlin Children's Center?
About Laughlin Children’s Center
Laughlin Children’s Center empowers children with the skills they need to be successful in life. We fulfill this mission through academic and clinical services for children ages 2 to 18, including dyslexia tutoring, speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological services. A respected nonprofit with a long-standing legacy in Western Pennsylvania, we have a history of positively impacting the lives of children and families.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s HR policies, practices, and programs. This role supports the Executive Director (ED) in fostering a compliant, efficient, and values-driven workplace. The HR Manager plays a key leadership role in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and policy development to ensure a high-performing, mission-aligned team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Policy Development and Compliance
- Support the Executive Director in the development and maintenance of the employee handbook, HR policies, and procedures.
- Ensure organization-wide compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and nonprofit regulations.
- Manage policies related to workplace safety, ethics, and risk management.
- Design and implement systems that promote organizational efficiency and accountability.
2. Recruitment & Staffing
- Ensure staff roles and responsibilities are current, clearly defined, and accessible to all employees.
- Lead recruitment efforts for part-time and full-time positions, including job postings, screening, and screening candidates.
- Oversee all aspects of new staff onboarding, including background checks, benefits enrollment, IT setup, and orientation/training on systems.
3. Performance Management
- Design and implement a comprehensive performance evaluation system aligned with organizational mission and values.
- Facilitate goal-setting processes across teams.
- Collaborate with supervisors to address underperformance and establish corrective action plans.
4. Employee Relations
- Mediate and resolve workplace conflicts in a fair and timely manner.
- Promote employee engagement initiatives and a positive organizational culture.
- Ensure transparent communication between staff and the leadership team.
5. Compensation and Benefits
- Develop and maintain fair, equitable, and competitive compensation structures within budgetary guidelines.
- Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
6. HR Administration
- Maintain accurate and secure personnel files and HR records in compliance with legal standards.
- Manage HR systems and databases for employee information, performance tracking, and compliance reporting.
- Support payroll administration in collaboration with finance staff, including changes in employment status and monthly payroll verification.
- Assist in preparation of HR documentation for audits and reporting requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven environment.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with payroll software is a plus.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving
- Empathy and cultural competence
- Process improvement and organizational development
- Adaptability and change management
Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to Chrissy Dale, Laughlin Children’s Center’s Executive Director via email to c.dale@laughlincenter.org
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sewickley, PA 15143
Salary : $27