Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager will run the daily functions of the Human Resources Department which include recruiting and onboarding, payroll and benefit administration, employee relations, and HR compliance and reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Write job descriptions, post openings, track applicants, screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate with hiring managers on hiring decisions
• Facilitate background checks, draft and extend job offers
• Design and execute a seamless onboarding process to integrate new hires into the company efficiently

Payroll & Benefit Administration

• Own the end-to-end execution of timely and accurate payroll via HRIS/Payroll System (e.g. Paylocity)
• Manage benefit open enrollment, serve as the main contact for insurance plan rep, and assist employees with insurance queries
• Analyze benefit offerings and provide proposals to CEO for annual benefit plan recommendations
• Serve as plan administrator for retirement plan and main contact for retirement plan rep
• Oversee tracking and documentation for FMLA, short/long-term disability, workers' compensation, and paid time off policies

Employee Relations

• Serves as a primary point of contact for employees and managers to provide timely HR Support
• Act as a neutral, empathetic mediator to resolve workplace conflicts and employee grievances
• Coach managers on performance management, progressive discipline, and termination procedures
• Implement employee recognition and create internal communications

HR Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws
• Update and enforce the Employee Handbook; ensure all personnel files and data inputs remain accurate and confidential
• Coordinate end of employment process by conducting exit interviews, terminating systems access, processing final paychecks, and handling insurance benefit termination
• Administers, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory HR training

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate staff by overseeing daily workflows, handling discipline and terminations, and evaluating performance

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management, business administration, or related field required

Knowledge and Experience

• Several years of progressive human resources experience, preferably with a proven track record of managing a small HR department
• Proficient with HRIS/Payroll software (e.g. Paylocity), Microsoft Office, and applicant tracking systems
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• SHRM-CP a plus

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate independently, self-start, and make data-backed judgement calls
• Ability to seamlessly shift from one task to another
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in handling sensitive business and employee information
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods of time
• Necessary hand and finger dexterity required to operate a computer keyboard and mouse
• Ability to lift and transport moderately heavy objects such as computers and peripherals
• Ability to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities

This position requires a selected candidate must pass a criminal history background check and have favorable credit history for bonding purposes.