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Human Resources Manager (Temporary)
Location: New Rochelle, NY (On-site)
Type: Temporary
Compensation: $40–$55/hour (commensurate with experience)
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager – Temporary to serve as the primary HR resource supporting a workforce of approximately 100 employees across 16 states.
This is a high-impact, standalone role requiring a hands-on HR professional who can independently manage all aspects of HR operations, including employee relations, compliance, recruiting, and day-to-day HR support. The workforce includes salaried employees, sales personnel, administrative staff, and independent contractors, requiring a strong understanding of varied compensation structures and worker classifications.
This position requires someone who can ramp quickly and operate with minimal oversight while supporting leadership and maintaining compliance in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
HR Operations & Workforce Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all HR-related matters across a multi-state, multi-classification workforce
- Provide day-to-day HR support to employees and leadership, ensuring consistent application of policies and practices
Employee Relations & Risk Management
- Independently manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations
- Advise leadership on risk mitigation and ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies
Recruitment & Staffing
- Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts across diverse role types
- Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and ensure timely hiring
Performance Management
- Guide managers on performance reviews, coaching, and performance improvement
- Support compensation and employment changes
Compliance & Multi-State Employment Law
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions
- Manage wage and hour compliance, leave administration, and worker classification
- Partner with legal as needed on audits, investigations, and policy updates.
Onboarding & Training
- Oversee onboarding processes for employees and contractors
- Support training initiatives aligned with business needs
HR Systems & Data
- Manage HRIS systems (ADP TotalSource and ADP RUN)
- Maintain accurate employee data and reporting
Workforce Planning & Policy Guidance
- Support organizational planning and headcount strategy
- Ensure consistent and compliant application of HR policies
Required Skills & Abilities
- Ability to operate independently as the sole HR resource
- Strong knowledge of multi-state employment laws and worker classification
- Experience supporting diverse workforce populations (hourly, salaried, contractors, administrative and sales)
- Strong employee relations and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 3 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an HR Business Partner or standalone role
- Experience supporting multi-state workforces strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage HR operations and compliance
Additional Information:
This is a temporary role designed to provide full HR coverage during a leave of absence. The selected candidate must be able to quickly assume responsibility for all HR functions with minimal ramp time.
Salary : $40 - $55