Hr Manager

Summary

Join New Era Technology as their Human Resources Manager, leading and overseeing all strategic and operational aspects of the HR department. You will collaborate with senior leadership, develop HR strategies, and manage employee relations. Responsibilities include designing employee experience initiatives, overseeing performance management systems, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. You will also manage and develop the HR Generalist team. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least seven years of progressive HR management experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with multi-state and multi-subsidiary companies
• Experience with Union Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Ability to navigate organizational complexity
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism and tact
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• At least seven years of progressive HR management experience, including employee relations, performance appraisals, and benefits management

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand and implement the organization’s HR strategy and goals related to staffing, retention, and organizational development
• Research and develop competitive compensation, benefits, and employee incentive programs
• Monitor trends and best practices in human resources, talent management, and employment law, ensuring the company’s compliance and competitive positioning
• Design and implement initiatives to enhance the employee experience and drive engagement
• Lead employee recognition programs in collaboration with the Marketing team
• Conduct surveys and analyze data to inform HR policies and initiatives
• Develop and oversee performance appraisal systems and tools to support continuous feedback and career development
• Create learning and development programs, providing employees with growth opportunities aligned with business objectives
• Serve as an escalation point for sensitive employee matters, including disputes, disciplinary actions, and terminations
• Advise and train managers on best practices for employee relations and performance management
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends to inform organizational improvements
• Oversee the administration of compensation, benefits, and leave programs, ensuring compliance with company policies, applicable laws and best practices
• Act as a liaison with benefits providers and vendors to optimize offerings and cost-effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with ADA, FMLA, state leave programs, and company policies for employees seeking accommodation and leaves of absence
• Partner closely with HR Compliance Manager to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to EEO, OSHA, ACA, and affirmative action programs
• Ensure regular review and updates to Employee Handbook and HR policies to maintain alignment with legal requirements and organizational goals
• Manage, mentor, and develop the HR Generalist team to ensure efficient and effective delivery of HR services
• Provide training and coaching for HR team members to enhance their skills and capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP

Benefits

Competitive benefits