Human Resources Manager

Urban Growers Collective Inc•Chicago, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager directs and supervises HR functions, ensuring compliance, efficient talent management, and positive employee relations. This role is primarily operational and responsible for implementation, administration, compliance, and day-to-day HR support including partnering with leadership to support organizational objectives while handling hiring, onboarding, employee relations, benefits management, compensation administration and HR compliance across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources and 3+ years (or no degree and 6+ years) of progressive HR management experience, including experience in HR Operations, Benefits management, Payroll processing, HR reporting, workforce analytics, and department optimization
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR compliance
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Results orientation and ability to meet deadlines and established goals
Proficiency with HRIS (ADP preferred), ATS, and Google Suites

Nice To Haves

HR certification (SHRM or PHR) preferred

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day HR operations and supervise HR staff
Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and pre-employment processes
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and county employment laws/regulations
Ensure employee relations issues are handled consistently, professionally, and in alignment with organizational standards
Lead employee relations, investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution
Advise leadership on ADA/LOA issues, performance management, policy interpretation, and HR best practices
Oversee background checks, credentialing, and compliance tracking
Manage HR metrics, reports, audits, and documentation
Partner with payroll, benefits, and external vendors
Support employee exit processes and conduct exit interviews
Promote and support a positive employee relations environment that fosters open communication, respect, and teamwork across the organization
Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers on disciplinary actions, performance management, and conflict resolution
Conduct and/or assist with workplace investigations, employee complaints, and corrective action processes in accordance with company policy
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws as well as company policies and procedures (including EEO, I-9, FMLA, FLSA, and OSHA requirements)
Lead the development, documentation, and implementation of HR policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in partnership with the COO
Supervises the HR Generalist