Human Resources Manager

Seattle, Washington

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Job Description

Human Resources Manager

At Carter Motors, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward employees who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee plays a critical role in our success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership over the years.

Summary

We’re seeking a proactive and proven HR Manager to manage all aspects of human resources for our Carter Subaru & VW Ballard location. This role will oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance, safety, and employee development. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor and support to leadership, champion HR best practices, foster a positive and engaging workplace culture, and ensure alignment between HR initiatives and business objectives.

Schedule - Full-Time, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Work Location – On site at Carter Subaru & VW Ballard, 5202 Leary Ave NW Seattle WA 98107

Compensation - $100,000 - $130,000 annually, salary is dependent on experience

What We Offer

Competitive compensation plans
Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days of employment
401(k) + Company Contribution Plan after 90 days of employment
AFLAC, Legal Shield & Identity Theft Shield, FSA, Pet Insurance Discount
529 College Savings Plan
Paid time off after 90 days of employment
Paid holidays
Growth opportunities
Paid Training
Employee vehicle purchase plans
Family owned and operated
Long term job security
Discount Program
Discounts on products and services

To see our benefits details, please view our benefits page here: https://carter-motors-employment.constantcontactsites.com/benefits-overview

Responsibilities

Manage the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, employee engagement, and offboarding processes.
Serve as a point of contact for employee relations, workplace policies, and benefits inquiries.
Oversee employee records management while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies, updating HR policies as needed to align with legal and business requirements.
Communicate HR best practices and employment law requirements, even when recommendations differ from leadership preferences.
Manage workplace safety and wellness initiatives, including training and injury reporting.
Assist in planning and executing employee engagement programs and recognition initiatives.
Manage benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee training programs.
Conduct investigations and mediate workplace conflicts when necessary.
Collaborate with leadership on organizational development and strategic HR projects.

Qualifications

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP or HRCI PHR HRCI SPHR certification required.
Proven experience (5+ years) as an HR Manager, Generalist, or HR Business Partner.
Experience working closely with senior leadership to provide strategic HR recommendations and best practices.
Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and employee relations.
Ability to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on fostering a positive workplace culture.
Experience in retail or automotive dealership HR preferred, experience with small to midsize employers highly desirable.
Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and HRIS systems. (UKG is the current system used)
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Pre-employment background check, reference check & drug screen is required

Carter Motors is a proud equal opportunities employer; we do not deny employment based on race, ethnicity, national origin, disabilities, or any other protected characteristics. We are a drug free workplace; all employees are held to this standard to be free from the effects of drugs and/or alcohol while on duty. Carter Motors also participates in fair chance hiring practices; candidates with criminal history will undergo an individualized assessment post-offer.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Seattle, Washington
Website	https://www.carterseattle.com

Skills

Automotive Salesunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Business Strategyunmatched
Business Supportunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Data Qualityunmatched
Employee Relationsunmatched
Employment Lawunmatched
Flexible Spending Accountsunmatched
HRIS/HRMSunmatched
Human Resources Managementunmatched
Human Resources Processesunmatched
Human Resources Strategyunmatched
Insuranceunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Legalunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft Product Familyunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Onboardingunmatched
Organizational Development/Managementunmatched
PHR (Professional in Human Resources)unmatched
People Managementunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Records Managementunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
Retailunmatched
SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources)unmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)unmatched
Staff Developmentunmatched
Staff Motivationunmatched
Training Programunmatched

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