Human Resources Manager

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

• Employment type: FT
• Position type: Permanent (12-month)
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Lincoln School, founded in 1884, is an independent K-12 Quaker girls’ school in Providence, Rhode Island. We also offer a coed program from six weeks through Pre-Kindergarten. We are currently seeking applicants for Human Resources Manager.

Lincoln School seeks a thoughtful, organized, and service-oriented Human Resources Manager to oversee the School’s HR operations, supporting approximately 135 faculty and staff members throughout the entire employee lifecycle. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the HR Manager will lead day-to-day human resources functions with a focus on payroll administration, recruitment and onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, and legal compliance.

Lincoln School values working with a diverse faculty and staff and seeks applications from individuals who share our commitment to educating girls to fearlessly embrace the opportunities and responsibilities of full citizenship in a complex world. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Payroll & HRIS Administration

• Oversee and process bi-weekly payroll for all faculty, staff, and seasonal employees with high accuracy and full compliance with federal and Rhode Island regulations.
• Maintain and update accurate employee data, deductions, tax withholdings, and time-off tracking within the HRIS/payroll platform.
• Serve as primary operational liaison with third-party payroll processing partners, benefits brokers, and software vendors.

Recruitment, Onboarding, and Offboarding

• Coordinate full recruitment workflows alongside hiring managers, including position descriptions, postings, candidate communications, interview scheduling, and reference checks.
• Manage comprehensive onboarding procedures for new hires, ensuring background checks, I-9 verifications, and personnel files are fully completed prior to start dates.
• Oversee faculty employment contract distribution and manage smooth offboarding processes, exit interviews, and documentation for departing staff.

Benefits and Leave Management

• Administer employee health, retirement, and insurance benefits, leading annual open enrollment, qualifying events, and employee inquiries.
• Support administration of employee leave programs (FMLA, parental leave, disability), workers' compensation claims, and unemployment matters in compliance with state/federal laws.

Employee Relations and Compliance

• Serve as an accessible, confidential, and trusted resource for faculty and staff regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace questions.
• Partner with school administrators to handle employee relations matters with discretion, empathy, and professional objectivity.
• Maintain and update employee-facing materials, including the Employee Handbook, HR policies, job descriptions, and legal compliance notices.

Additional Duties and Adaptability

• Prepare periodic HR reports, audits, and metrics to support administrative planning and financial forecasting.
• Promote a supportive workplace culture centered on employee wellbeing, engagement, and alignment with Quaker values.
• Perform other related HR, administrative, or project-based duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer or Head of School to support the evolving needs of the school community.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Certification: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR certification strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive human resources experience, including direct payroll administration. Prior experience in an independent school, non-profit, or mission-driven organization is strongly preferred.
• Technical & Compliance Knowledge: Proficiency with HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and administrative software; working knowledge of labor laws, benefits, and HR best practices.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven discretion in handling sensitive employee matters with empathy and sound judgment.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with a resume and cover letter through our Careers Page on the Lincoln School website: https://www.lincolnschool.org/about/careers.

For more information on Lincoln School, visit our website at www.lincolnschool.org.

Lincoln School is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Members of groups historically underrepresented in independent schools are strongly encouraged to apply.