HR Manager - People & Operations

Town of Apex•Apex, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Town of Apex is seeking an HR Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of its Employee Relations and Classification & Compensation functions. The role provides leadership and expert guidance on complex human resources matters, promotes consistency and fairness, and aligns HR practices with organizational goals. The HR Manager partners with the Human Resources Director, serves as the Director’s backup in their absence, and collaborates on department initiatives and high-impact projects. The position oversees the Compensation Analyst and Human Resources Business Partner team, guides staff development, evaluates HR processes and systems, and recommends policies, programs, and performance benchmarks. It also monitors relevant legislation and HR best practices and develops complex reports and data-driven recommendations for the department and organization. The position is based at 73 Hunter Street, Apex, North Carolina, and follows a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule. The expected hiring range is $95,765–$117,26, with a stated full salary range of $95,765–$148,404. Applications are accepted until the position is filled, with priority given to applications received before November 11. Resumes and cover letters are required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, psychology, or a related field, with at least three years of experience in Human Resources; experience advising, coaching, and/or supervising others; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Resumes and cover letters are required.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and post-offer functional testing if required by the position.
Successful completion of background verifications, including references, criminal record, and driver’s license check; some positions may also require SBI fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
Experience in employee relations and compensation within a local government setting.

Responsibilities

Oversee classification and compensation functions, including implementation of new plans, the annual position study, reclassification reviews, compensation policy administration, and supervision of the Compensation Analyst.
Oversee employee relations policies and practices, including supervision of the Human Resources Business Partner team, which handles daily employee relations issues as a first point of contact and resolution.
Support and assist the Human Resources Director and serve in the Director’s absence.
Provide guidance, training, feedback, and encouragement to the Compensation Analyst and Human Resources Business Partners.
Evaluate HR processes and systems within supervised divisions and use technology to improve efficiency.
Develop and recommend policies, procedures, programs, and performance benchmarks for supervised divisions.
Monitor legislation and HR best practices and communicate relevant developments to HR staff.
Resolve complex, sensitive, and controversial public personnel administration matters, consulting with the Human Resources Director as needed.
Develop complex reports and analyses on HR management, operational and administrative activities, performance indicators, and workload indicators; make data-driven recommendations.
Review organizational systems and processes related to the role’s portfolio and recommend solutions and new programs.
Perform other job-related tasks as required.

Benefits

Free or low-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees.
5% contributions to NC401(k) retirement plans; no matching required.
Participation in the Local Government Employees’ Retirement System (LGERS).
Traditional sick and vacation leave.
80 hours of Peak Paid Time Off per year.
$1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit for health and wellness activities after completion of probation.
Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
Three weeks of paid caregiver leave.
Bereavement leave.
13 paid holidays.
Longevity pay.
Tuition assistance.
Expansive wellness program.