Manager - Human Resources

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Position Overview

The Human Resources Manager provides a wide variety of research and project management supporting company-wide initiatives, facilitates employee relations and works under limited supervision on complex issues, plans and programs.  

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees administration of employee benefit programs, including health, welfare, retirement, leave programs, open enrollment, vendor coordination, compliance and employee benefit communications
• Monitors and coordinates the performance development program by utilizing the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to process evaluations and implement the program’s workflow
• Manages and resolves employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, employee conflicts, and investigations as an internal consultant to all levels of management
• Researches, evaluates, and prepares recommendations for new HR initiatives
• Maintains awareness of ethics laws, standards, legislation, and trends that may impact organizational HR practice
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participates in professional organizations
• Establishes one’s self as credible and trustworthy source of employees to voice concerns
• Communicates and demonstrates support for HR decisions
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business/HR related field or equivalent experience required
• Typically requires 6+ years of related experience; 4+ years prior supervisor or manager experience

Certifications & Licenses

• Human Resources certification is preferred, such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Society for Human Resource Management – Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), and/or Society for Human Resource Management – Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

In-depth skill in:

• completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail

In-depth ability to:

• work comfortably in a fast-paced work environment
• analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• process and handle confidential information with discretion
• communicate effectively in both oral and written form
• maintain effective interpersonal relationships
• exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
• plan, implement, and evaluate programs
• plan, assign, and/or supervise the work of others

 Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.  

 Salary Range:    

•  $102K - $121K per year   
  •  This range is based on the expected level of experience and skills for this position. Final compensation will depend on individual qualifications.
  • This position is bonus eligible. 

   Benefits:   

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with Paid Holidays
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Volunteer Program
• For more information about the benefits we offer, please visit our Careers Page.