HR Manager

Window World of Baton Rouge•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Manager will serve as the sole HR professional for Window World of Baton Rouge, responsible for building and maintaining the company's human resources infrastructure across all functions. This individual will partner directly with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals, while providing hands-on support in recruitment, compliance, employee relations, and performance management. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in HR fundamentals, sound judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum 4 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a generalist or management capacity
Working knowledge of federal and Louisiana state employment law
Demonstrated experience managing employee relations, recruiting, and compliance functions
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage professionally at all levels
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms
Integrity and Confidentiality
Organizational and Time Management Skills
Conflict Resolution and Problem Solving
Business Acumen and Strategic Thinking
Interpersonal Effectiveness and Coaching Ability
Attention to Detail and Compliance Orientation

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
Experience in a home improvement, construction, or trades-based organization
Familiarity with ADP, Paychex, or similar payroll and HR platforms
Prior experience as a standalone HR professional or HR department of one

Responsibilities

Manage the full-cycle recruiting process for all departments, including sales, operations, and administrative roles
Develop and post job descriptions, screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and extend offers
Build and maintain relationships with staffing agencies, trade schools, and community partners
Administer a structured onboarding program to ensure new hires are integrated efficiently and effectively
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns, grievances, and conflict resolution
Foster a positive, professional work environment consistent with company values and culture
Conduct investigations into employee complaints or policy violations and recommend appropriate action
Advise managers and leadership on employee relations matters and best practices
Ensure company compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including FLSA, ADA, FMLA, and EEO regulations
Develop, maintain, and communicate the employee handbook and all HR-related policies
Manage documentation and recordkeeping in accordance with legal requirements
Partner with legal counsel as needed on employment matters
Administer employee benefits programs including health insurance, retirement plans, and PTO policies
Serve as the primary liaison between employees and benefit providers
Support compensation analysis, benchmarking, and salary structure reviews
Manage open enrollment processes and respond to employee benefits inquiries
Coordinate the performance review process including scheduling, documentation, and manager guidance
Identify training and development needs and coordinate or deliver relevant programs
Support leadership in creating performance improvement plans (PIPs) when necessary
Track and report on key workforce metrics including retention, turnover, and headcount
Collaborate with accounting on payroll processing, ensuring accuracy in hours, deductions, and changes
Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS platform
Generate workforce reports and HR analytics for executive review