Human Resources Manager - Michigan State University
About The Position
Levy is seeking a dynamic, people-focused Human Resources Manager to support its team at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. The role partners closely with operational leadership to support the full employee lifecycle and foster a positive, inclusive, high-performing workplace. The manager serves as a trusted resource for leaders and team members, supporting recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, engagement, compliance, and talent development in a fast-paced, event-driven hospitality environment. The position includes developing HR strategies aligned with business objectives, leading recruitment for hourly and salaried positions, coaching managers, supporting employee engagement and retention, administering HR programs, and maintaining accurate confidential records. It also supports workforce planning for athletic events and other high-volume needs, leave administration, accommodations, workers’ compensation, and Levy’s inclusive workplace culture. The environment may occasionally require evening, weekend, and holiday work.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Strong knowledge of HR practices and applicable employment laws.
- Experience supporting recruiting, employee relations, performance management, and team member engagement.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization.
- Ability to coach and influence leaders while balancing team member and business needs.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Comfort working in an event-driven environment that may occasionally require evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience in hospitality, food and beverage, sports, entertainment, higher education, or another high-volume environment is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner with location leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support business objectives and operational needs.
- Manage and support the full employee lifecycle, including recruiting, hiring, onboarding, development, engagement, and offboarding.
- Lead recruiting efforts for hourly and salaried positions and partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and build talent pipelines.
- Guide and coach managers on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and HR best practices.
- Promote engagement, recognition, communication, and retention initiatives to foster a positive team member experience.
- Support training and development programs that strengthen leadership capabilities and create opportunities for internal growth.
- Manage employee relations matters professionally, consistently, confidentially, and with sound judgment.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies and procedures.
- Partner with leadership on workforce planning and staffing strategies for athletic events and other high-volume business needs.
- Maintain accurate HR documentation, records, and reporting while protecting confidentiality.
- Support leave administration, accommodations, workers’ compensation, and other HR programs as needed.
- Build relationships with team members at all levels and maintain a visible, approachable HR presence throughout the operation.
- Champion Levy’s culture and commitment to an inclusive environment where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance and accidental death coverage
- Disability insurance
- Retirement plan
- Flexible Time Off Plan
- Paid parental leave
- Holiday time off, varying by site and state
- Personal leave
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Potential eligibility for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
