Human Resources Manager

MAINE VETERANS HOMES • Augusta, ME

9d • $62,500 - $84,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Maine Veterans’ Homes is a nonprofit organization with a proud mission: Caring for Those Who Served. Nationally recognized for excellence in person-centered care, we provide high-quality, compassionate services to Maine’s Veterans and their families across six Homes throughout the state. As a Human Resources (HR) Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting our staff—the heart of our organization—while helping to ensure that our Homes remain an employer of choice in Maine.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of proven employee relations experience required, including workplace investigations, corrective action, and advising managers, with strong knowledge of employment and labor laws.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR practices.
• Demonstrated experience advising senior leaders on people-related matters.
• Excellent coaching, consulting, and relationship management skills
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Guide leaders through employee relations concerns, investigations, corrective action, and disciplinary processes, including preparing and reviewing documentation.
• Coach supervisors on setting expectations, addressing performance concerns, providing feedback, and applying sound HR practices.
• Oversee the performance evaluation process, tracking completion and supporting leaders with meaningful reviews and documentation.
• Partner with leadership and Home Office HR on retention and employee engagement initiatives, using new hire surveys, employee feedback, and exit interviews to identify concerns and develop action plans.
• Support recruitment through resume screening, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and tracking in Paylocity.
• Coordinate reference and background checks, extend approved employment offers, and complete onboarding paperwork.
• Assist with recruitment events and maintain accurate job descriptions and recruiting reports.
• Coordinate employee accommodations and maintain confidential HR records.
• Supervise the HR Specialist/Coordinator and ensure timely, professional support for employees and managers.

Benefits

• MainePERS Pension Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage — Health, dental, and vision plans
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager