Description
At
EverForward, people are at the heart of everything we do, from the children and families we serve to the team members who make our mission possible.
We’re looking for a hands-on, strategic HR Manager who thrives in building strong systems, supporting leaders, and creating an exceptional employee experience in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment.
If you love owning HR end-to-end, balancing compliance with culture, and being a true thought partner to leadership, this role was built with you in mind.
Organizational Mission
EverForward is on a mission to transform lives. We champion trauma-informed, evidence-based care for children and families, and it all begins with empowering our team. Through expert training and unwavering compliance, we ensure our staff are equipped to deliver the kind of support that makes a lifelong difference.
Position Requirements
The HR Manager is a department of one, blending day-to-day execution with long-term strategy to oversee the full scope of HR functions. This role is deeply involved in every aspect of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations to benefits administration, payroll back-up, and exit processes, while also shaping systems and practices that strengthen the employee experience. Working closely with leadership and managers, the Director of Human Resources ensures that EverForward’s HR operations are not only efficient and consistent, but also aligned with the organization’s mission and future growth.
This is a highly visible, trusted role for a self-starter who thrives on balancing compliance, culture, and operational excellence.
Position Responsibilities
As the HR Manager, you’re a vital member of the leadership team, working alongside the CEO/President, program managers, and staff to build a compliant, supportive, and people-centered workplace. Your role ensures that EverForward has the HR systems, processes, and guidance needed to attract, support, and retain the dedicated team who make our mission possible.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing full-cycle recruitment, from job postings and candidate sourcing to interviews, background checks, offers, and onboarding.
- Serving as a payroll back-up, ensuring timely and accurate processing when needed.
- Administering employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, open enrollment, and vendor communication.
- Managing employee relations, providing guidance and support to managers and staff on performance, conduct, and conflict resolution.
- Ensuring HR compliance, including maintaining personnel files, managing FMLA/leave of absence processes, and staying current on federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Leading onboarding and orientation to ensure a welcoming and consistent new hire experience.
- Managing offboarding, including exit interviews, final pay, benefits termination, and compliance documentation.
- Coordinating background checks, verifications, and other pre-employment requirements.
- Acting as a resource and advisor to leadership on HR best practices, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
- Maintaining HR systems, policies, and procedures to support efficiency and consistency.
- Leading training initiatives on compliance, workplace practices, and organizational policies.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Master’s degree and/or HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) preferred.
Experience
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or sole HR role.
- Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations.
- Strong working knowledge of HR compliance, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and other employment regulations.
- Experience with payroll systems; ability to serve as payroll back-up in partnership with Finance.
- Hands-on experience with background checks, exit processes, and HRIS management.
- Prior experience in nonprofit, healthcare, or human services environments a plus.
Professional Competencies
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment law.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build trust and credibility at all levels.
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Proactive problem solver who thrives in both strategic and hands-on work.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
- Commitment to supporting a culture of empathy, inclusivity, and accountability.
Why This Role Matters
This isn’t a behind-the-scenes HR position, it’s a highly visible leadership role with real influence. You’ll shape how EverForward attracts, supports, and retains incredible talent while strengthening the infrastructure that allows our mission to grow and thrive.
If you’re energized by meaningful work, autonomy, and the opportunity to build something impactful, we’d love to connect. Apply here or message us directly to learn more. Let’s transform lives, starting with the workplace.
