Position Summary
The HR Manager is responsible for the strategic oversight and daily management of HR
functions across the organization. This role provides leadership, direction, and accountability for HR programs including Employee Relations, Compliance & Policy, Performance & Development, Benefits & Compensation, Reporting & Analytics, Culture & Engagement, and special projects. The HR Manager directly supervises the HR Generalist and HR Coordinator and reports to HR leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
• Partner with HR leadership to design and implement HR strategies aligned with company’s organizational objectives.
• Drive workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management initiatives.
• Anticipate organizational needs, propose scalable HR solutions, and lead change management efforts.
• Provide executive-level counsel on HR risk, culture, and employee experience.
• Monitor emerging HR trends, compliance changes, and best practices to proactively shape company policy and strategy.
Leadership & Team Management
• Provide coaching, guidance, and performance management to the HR Generalist and HR Coordinator.
• Establish HR team priorities, set objectives, and oversee execution of departmental initiatives.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and professional development within the HR team.
Employee Relations
• Serve as escalation point for complex employee concerns, investigations, and disputes.
• Advise and coach managers and executives on employee relations strategies and resolution.
• Drive proactive engagement and retention initiatives across the organization.
• Oversee Workers’ Compensation cases and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
Compliance & Policy
• Own creation, implementation, and communication of HR policies, handbooks, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including California-specific mandates (FMLA, FLSA, EEO, wage & hour, etc.).
• Lead audits, compliance training, and enforcement of company standards across all locations.
• Partner with leadership to mitigate legal risk and ensure consistent application of policies.
Performance & Development
• Oversee the performance management process, including evaluations, disciplinary actions, and development planning.
• Champion leadership development and training programs to enhance organizational capability.
• Assess learning effectiveness and recommend enhancements to address skill gaps and succession planning.
Benefits & Compensation
• Partner with Finance leadership to design, administer, and evaluate employee benefits and compensation programs.
• Oversee open enrollment, vendor relationships, and escalated benefits or payroll concerns.
• Manage incentive programs, bonus administration, and serve as primary liaison with
401(k) provider.
• Ensure accurate documentation, compliance, and employee communication on benefits matters.
HR Reporting & Analytics
• Own reporting on workforce metrics including turnover, hiring, absenteeism, and engagement.
• Provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations to HR leadership and executives.
• Monitor trends to proactively identify risks and opportunities.
Culture & Engagement
• Lead DEI strategy and organizational culture initiatives.
• Oversee employee engagement programming, recognition efforts, and corporate events.
• Conduct stay interviews, exit interviews, and recommend action plans to leadership.
Projects
• Direct annual corporate gift and recognition initiatives.
• Manage cross-functional HR projects and organizational change initiatives as assigned.
Requirements:
Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or similar field
8+years of HR experience
3+ years of leading a team in an HR department
