Human Resources Manager

The Emerge Center • Baton Rouge, LA

19d

About The Position

The Human Resource Manager will work closely with the Emerge leadership team to plan, lead, direct, develop, strategic initiatives and coordinate policies and activities that improve work relationships, enhance employee engagement, increase productivity and retention while ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization's mission and talent strategy. The HR Manager will Administer or oversee the administration of the following human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.

Requirements

• Demonstrated competencies in Human Resources with strong knowledge base of the principles and practices of human resources management, leadership and professional development, compensation and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated success as trusted advisor.
• Experience leading a team and building relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a high energy, hands-on, team-oriented mentality with the ability to adapt and adjust within fast paced, lean environment.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal employment-related laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated competencies in leave management, hands-on experience with ADA and FMLA Administration.
• Experience managing Workman's Compensation programs, including claims administration.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRM and talent management systems.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field and 7 to 10+ years of progressive human resources generalist experience with at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role. Experience must include hands-on responsibility for the full scope of Human Resources and Talent Management, or any combination of education, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational development, employee relations, diversity, inclusion, and equity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Regular attendance
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, move from one area of the building to another on a regular basis, sit and use a computer for a long period of time.
• Ability to communicate proficiently in English via email, phone, and in person
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Ability to access, accurately input, and retrieve information from a computer
• Ability to perform in-person and over the phone interviews
• Ability to learn and manage time accountable system
• Ability to work collaboratively with others

Nice To Haves

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) /HRCI Certified Professional (PHR) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) / HRCI Senior Certified Professional (SPHR) credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes strategic direction in the areas of talent acquisition and performance management, employee relations, organizational development, compensation and benefits, learning and professional development as well as internal communications.
• Develops, reviews and revises program policies and procedures to ensure alignment with the strategic direction and needs of the organization.
• Provides advice and counsel to department heads, managers, and team members.
• Champions diversity, inclusion, and equity efforts within the organization.
• Monitors and ensures the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to advise management of changes in policy, practice, and resources.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Identifies staffing and recruiting needs; develops and executes best practices for hiring and talent management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees