Human Resource Manager

Are you a mission-driven HR leader ready to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, community-focused environment? This is a unique opportunity to step into a hands-on, high-impact HR Manager role, supporting a dedicated team of 80+ employees across a wide range of meaningful programs.

You’ll serve as the organization’s sole HR expert; someone who can hit the ground running, guide middle management, and bring both structure and flexibility to a growing nonprofit. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and is passionate about serving the community.

What makes this role great:

• Be part of a passionate team making a real difference in people’s lives
• Work-life balance! True 9–5 schedule with evenings and weekends off
• Generous time off, comprehensive benefits, and office closure at year-end
• Help shape the future of the HR function as the department expands
• Collaborate directly with the Co-Executive Directors in a strategic, visible role

Salary: $75-85K

Work arrangements: This is a fully on-site role

Responsibilities

As the HR Manager, you’ll lead all aspects of human resources in a fast-moving, mission-driven environment. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures aligned with organizational goals
• Providing guidance and support to middle management on consistent HR practices
• Ensuring the employee handbook remains current with all applicable laws and regulations
• Managing full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes
• Driving employee engagement through recognition programs, feedback tools, and professional development opportunities
• Leading performance management and evaluations across the organization
• Ensuring compliance with employment laws and internal HR policies
• Conducting audits, managing workers’ comp, and fostering a safe, supportive workplace
• Administering employee benefits in collaboration with finance
• Supporting compensation benchmarking and internal pay equity
• Maintaining accurate HRIS records and employee files

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Organizational Development, or a related field (PHR or SHRM-CP preferred)
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience (nonprofit experience strongly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Natural communicator and problem-solver with a proactive, solutions-first approach
• Comfortable working independently and taking the lead on HR initiatives
• Experienced with tools like Paylocity, Microsoft Office, and other HRIS platforms
• Someone flexible, adaptable, and energized by a fast, fluid work environment