What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Manager position at Town of Capitol Heights?
The Town of Capitol Heights is seeking an experienced and motivated Part-Time Human Resources Manager to oversee and manage the daily operations of the Town’s Human Resources function. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong initiative, sound judgment, and a passion for building effective HR processes while supporting leadership and employees.
The Human Resources Manager will provide hands-on HR support across employee relations, benefits, compliance, performance management, and HR systems. The position works closely with Town leadership and serves as a trusted advisor to supervisors and employees
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources Operations
- Manage the daily functions of the HR department, ensuring timely and accurate responses to HR-related inquiries.
- Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Manage HRIS updates, ensuring accuracy and timely processing of employee data.
- Prepare and maintain personnel files, I-9s, medical records, and other required documentation.
- Assist with benefits administration and annual open enrollment, including employee communications, vendors, and plan support.
Employee Relations & Performance Management
- Provide guidance to supervisors on performance management, coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, and career development.
- Address and resolve employee relations matters promptly and professionally, escalating issues when necessary.
- Support the performance review process and ensure appropriate feedback and documentation.
- Assist employees with the interpretation of HR policies and procedures, including the employee handbook.
Staffing, Onboarding & Offboarding
- Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including exit interviews and analysis of trends.
- Support recruitment activities and candidate inquiries as needed.
- Manage reference checks and employment verifications.
Training, Development & Culture
- Identify professional development and training opportunities to support employee growth.
- Support initiatives that promote employee engagement, morale, and retention.
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful workplace culture.
- Assist with planning employee recognition and engagement activities.
Compliance & Reporting
- Remain current on employment laws and regulations impacting municipal government.
- Respond to inquiries from local, state, and federal agencies as required.
- Prepare HR metrics, reports, and documentation as requested.
- Recommend updates to HR policies, procedures, and job descriptions.
Other Duties
- Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Minimum two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- HR certification such as SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
- Experience working in municipal government or the public sector.
Work Schedule & Environment
- Part-Time position
- Work is primarily performed in an office environment and requires standard office equipment use.
- Regular and punctual attendance is required.
Salary : $52,000 - $62,000