Human Resources Manager

Winter Growth • Columbia, MD

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About The Position

Winter Growth, Inc. seeks an experienced, strategic, people-focused Human Resources Manager to lead its Human Resources function and support its mission of providing quality services to the individuals and families it serves. Reporting to the Executive Director, the HR Manager oversees the organization’s human resources programs, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, workforce development, and compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations. The position supports organizational leadership, strengthens employee engagement, and fosters a positive, accountable, and supportive workplace culture.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of relevant HR experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of human resources management, employment practices, and applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Proven leadership, supervisory, and team-development abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, delegate effectively, and maintain accountability.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential employee, payroll, and benefits information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to use HRIS, payroll, benefits, and talent management systems.
• Deep understanding of federal, state, and local labor laws and COMAR.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, programs, and workforce strategies that support organizational goals.
• Oversee recruitment, candidate screening, hiring documentation, employee orientation, and onboarding.
• Advise leadership and supervisors on employee performance, workplace concerns, investigations, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution.
• Oversee benefits administration, open enrollment, renewals, payroll review, employee benefit records, and coordination with Accounting and external vendors.
• Monitor compliance with applicable federal, Maryland state, and local employment laws, including ACA requirements, and maintain confidential employee records.
• Coordinate mandatory training, professional development, certification tracking, and employee training compliance.
• Support occupational health and safety compliance, required documentation, and corrective action initiatives.
• Promote employee engagement, retention, recognition, professional growth, and alignment with Winter Growth’s mission.

What This Job Offers

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