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 & OnboardingWrite job descriptions, post openings, track applicants, screen resumes, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate with hiring managers on hiring decisionsFacilitate background checks, draft and extend job offersDesign and execute a seamless onboarding process to integrate new hires into the company efficientlyPayroll & Benefit AdministrationOwn 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 queriesAnalyze benefit offerings and provide proposals to CEO for annual benefit plan recommendationsServe as plan administrator for retirement plan and main contact for retirement plan repOversee tracking and documentation for FMLA, short/long-term disability, workers' compensation, and paid time off policiesEmployee RelationsServes as a primary point of contact for employees and managers to provide timely HR SupportAct as a neutral, empathetic mediator to resolve workplace conflicts and employee grievancesCoach managers on performance management, progressive discipline, and termination proceduresImplement employee recognition and create internal communicationsHR Compliance & ReportingMaintain compliance with local, state, and federal employment lawsUpdate and enforce the Employee Handbook; ensure all personnel files and data inputs remain accurate and confidentialCoordinate end of employment process by conducting exit interviews, terminating systems access, processing final paychecks, and handling insurance benefit terminationAdministers, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory HR trainingSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise subordinate staff by overseeing daily workflows, handling discipline and terminations, and evaluating performanceQualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in human resources management, business administration, or related field requiredKnowledge and ExperienceSeveral years of progressive human resources experience, preferably with a proven track record of managing a small HR departmentProficient with HRIS/Payroll software (e.g. Paylocity), Microsoft Office, and applicant tracking systemsThorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulationsSHRM-CP a plus Skills and AbilitiesAbility to operate independently, self-start, and make data-backed judgement callsAbility to seamlessly shift from one task to anotherAbility to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in handling sensitive business and employee informationStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriateAbility to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods of timeNecessary hand and finger dexterity required to operate a computer keyboard and mouseAbility to lift and transport moderately heavy objects such as computers and peripheralsAbility to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilitiesThis position requires a selected candidate must pass a criminal history background check and have favorable credit history for bonding purposes.