Job Description
Job Description
Location: On-site (M–F, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel: Up to 4 days per week, as needed
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HR & People Development Manager to lead our Human Resources, Payroll, Training, and Recruiting functions. This individual will serve as a key culture champion for our organization—someone who leads with positivity, develops people, strengthens teams, and ensures operational excellence across all HR-related processes.
The ideal candidate is highly relational, organized, proactive, and passionate about investing in people. This role requires a leader who can confidently manage multiple departments, elevate team performance, and drive strategic improvements that support the growth and success of the entire organization.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & People Development
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Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance, and coaching to the HR, Recruiting, Payroll, and Training teams.
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Foster a culture of positivity, accountability, professional growth, and teamwork.
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Identify development opportunities for team members and build individualized growth plans.
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Lead strategic initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organizational culture.
Human Resources Oversight
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Manage all HR operations, including employee relations, compliance, performance management, and benefits administration.
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Ensure HR policies and practices align with state/federal employment laws.
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Provide guidance to management on employee relations and organizational structure.
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Oversee new-hire onboarding and ensure a consistent, high-quality employee experience.
Training & Learning Development
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Oversee the Training Department to ensure consistent onboarding, skills training, and continuing education across the company.
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Support the design, implementation, and updating of training programs to elevate team performance and ensure compliance.
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Monitor quality and effectiveness of training across all locations.
Payroll & Compliance
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Supervise the Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, timely payroll processing.
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Ensure compliance with payroll laws and internal processes.
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Partner with Finance/Operations to maintain accuracy and integrity of employee data.
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
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Lead the Recruiting team to attract, hire, and retain top-tier talent.
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Oversee recruiting strategy, hiring timelines, candidate pipelines, and offer processes.
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Ensure hiring needs are met across all departments quickly and effectively.
Travel Expectations
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Travel up to 4 days per week, as needed, to visit company locations, support teams, oversee training implementation, and ensure alignment with company standards.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (preferred).
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5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership or multi-department oversight role.
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Strong working knowledge of HR laws, payroll processes, training development, and recruiting best practices.
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Exceptional people skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and motivate teams.
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Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-minded environment.
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Willingness and ability to travel frequently.
Preferred Attributes
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Warm, positive, and approachable leadership style.
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Passion for creating and sustaining a healthy, high-performing culture.
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High emotional intelligence and strong conflict-resolution skills.
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Process-driven mindset with commitment to continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
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Opportunity to shape and grow an entire People & Development department
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Collaborative leadership environment
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Meaningful mission centered around serving people and improving organizational excellence
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Competitive compensation and benefits package