Human Resources Manager
About The Position
The Donohoe Companies, established in 1884, is seeking an experienced HR professional to join their team as a Human Resources Manager. This role serves as the primary point of contact for employees and managers, overseeing the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to performance management, development, and separation. The HR Manager will collaborate with business leaders and HR colleagues to ensure a consistent and positive employee experience, maintain compliance, and keep the company competitive and engaged. This position is crucial for ensuring employees feel supported, treated fairly, and set up for success, directly impacting the company's commitment to its people.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of HR or related experience.
- Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills required.
- Solid knowledge of federal and state employment law.
- Ability to manage competing priorities independently and follow through with minimal supervision.
- Strong communication skills — able to convey ideas clearly, navigate sensitive conversations, and build trust across all levels of the organization.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
Nice To Haves
- HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) is a plus
- Background in construction, real estate, hospitality, or facilities management
- Bilingual (Spanish) skills
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary resource for employee questions and concerns, responding with sound judgment and a commitment to fair treatment.
- Manage employee relations matters — investigations, corrective action, conflict resolution — and advise managers on appropriate, legal, policy-aligned actions.
- Lead the new hire onboarding experience, including background checks, payroll documentation, I-9 verification, Day 1 coordination, and new hire orientation.
- Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS system; respond to employment verifications, unemployment claims, and garnishment requests.
- Lead the performance management process, partnering with managers on consistent execution of reviews and ongoing feedback.
- Stay current on federal and state employment law (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, paid leave) and share relevant updates with leadership and the HR team.
- Bring forward recommendations for engagement and retention strategies that support the Company's competitive position.
- Partner with business leaders to identify talent and competency gaps and develop solutions that strengthen organizational capability.
- Manage the full recruitment cycle within the ATS — requisitions, candidate flow, hiring manager coordination, and offer preparation.
- Develop clear, timely HR communications on policies, procedures and HR initiatives.
- Serve as a reliable resource on company policies and benefits; partner with the VP of HR on complex policy matters.
- Maintain compliance with employment law posting requirements across all site locations.
- Manage the annual service awards program and contribute to cross-functional HR initiatives including open enrollment and wellness programs.
Benefits
- health, dental and vision insurance
- short- and long-term disability
- life insurance
- optional life, long-term care, accidental and critical illness insurance
- employee assistance program (EAP) and mental health benefit
- bereavement, jury duty and other paid and unpaid leaves of absences
- vacation and sick time
- holidays
- 401(k) with a company-match
- commuter benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- complimentary coffee/tea/cold brew
- employee engagement events
- convenient lunch options
- Bagel Fridays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
