Human Resources Manager

MPTCS • Newark, NJ

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About The Position

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for leading and administering core human resources functions across the organization, including recruitment, employee relations, compliance, leave administration, workers’ compensation, certification, and HR operations. The position works in close partnership with senior leadership to support workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and the execution of human capital strategy across all schools. This role requires a high level of independent judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage complex personnel and compliance matters in a multi-site educational environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible HR experience
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and employee relations practices
• Experience administering leave programs (FMLA/NJFLA) and workers’ compensation systems
• Familiarity with NJDOE certification requirements and the NJEdCert System

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR certification, or Principal or School Leader NJDOE certification
• Experience in a multi-site educational organization or charter school network is highly desired
• Strong background in HR operations, compliance, and workforce systems

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment, selection, and hiring processes across all schools
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies, including job fairs and targeted outreach initiatives
• Collaborate with school and organizational leaders to identify staffing needs and support workforce planning
• Ensure compliance with New Jersey Department of Education certification requirements for all hires
• Oversee compliance with NJDOE certification requirements (CE, CEAS, Standard, Provisional, Limited CE)
• Utilize NJEdCert to verify, track, and maintain certification records for all instructional and support staff
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, board policies, and organizational procedures
• Support audit preparation and regulatory reporting requirements
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution
• Provide guidance to school and organizational leadership on personnel matters, policy interpretation, and labor agreements
• Ensure consistent and equitable application of HR policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance in all personnel-related matters
• Administer employee leave programs, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA), and other applicable leave policies
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state leave laws, timelines, documentation, and eligibility requirements
• Manage leave tracking, determinations, and employee communications
• Coordinate with payroll and benefits to ensure accurate processing and benefits continuation
• Serve as the primary resource for leave compliance interpretation and application
• Administer the workers’ compensation program, including injury reporting, claim submission, and case management
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and legal counsel as needed
• Monitor claims activity and support return-to-work and light-duty programs
• Ensure compliance with workplace injury reporting and safety requirements
• Analyze trends and recommend risk mitigation strategies
• Oversee HR operational processes, including onboarding, offboarding, and personnel file management
• Maintain HRIS systems and ensure accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of employee data
• Develop and manage systems to track certification, compliance, and workforce metrics
• Standardize HR processes across multiple school sites
• Provide coordination and functional direction for HR administrative support activities as assigned
• Assist with organizational planning, staffing adjustments, and operational improvements
• Partner with leadership on HR initiatives that support organizational goals and effectiveness
• Contribute to the development and refinement of HR policies and procedures
• Develop and analyze HR metrics, including vacancies, turnover, leave utilization, workers’ compensation trends, and compliance indicators
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership and governing board review
• Use data insights to inform HR strategy, operational improvements, and decision-making

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies
• Parental/Family leave
• Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Bonus eligibility when goals are reached

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees