Human Resources Manager

PLANNED PARENTHOOD SOUTHWEST OHIO REGION•Cincinnati, OH

1d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager plays a critical role in supporting PPSWO’s mission by ensuring that human resources practices, policies, and systems are equitable, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals. This role manages the full employee lifecycle and day-to-day HR operations, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, benefits administration, compliance, and credentialing. Serving as the primary HR leader for the affiliate, the Human Resources Manager partners closely with leadership and staff to foster a positive, inclusive, and legally compliant workplace culture across multiple sites. Why PPSWO? At Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio, human resources are more than policies and processes—it is people-centered work that directly supports access to essential healthcare. HR at PPSWO helps ensure that employees, providers, and volunteers are supported, treated equitably, and equipped to deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve. This role plays a vital part in building systems that promote fairness, accountability, belonging, and operational excellence in a complex healthcare and nonprofit environment. As Human Resources Manager, you will be a partner with mission-driven leaders and staff, navigate meaningful and often sensitive workplace issues, and help shape a culture rooted in dignity, equity, and trust. If you are motivated by work where your expertise directly supports patient care, staff wellbeing, and organizational sustainability, PPSWO offers an opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive human resources experience, including hands-on responsibility for recruiting, employee relations, payroll, benefits administration, and compliance.
Demonstrated working knowledge of Ohio and federal employment and payroll laws.
Experience supporting employee relations matters and workplace investigations.
Experience administering employee benefits programs and coordinating with external vendors.
Experience with HRIS and payroll systems; Paycom experience strongly preferred.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities.
High level of discretion and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
Commitment to Equity & Mission
PPSWO is committed to advancing health equity and fostering a workplace that centers inclusion, respect, and accountability.
The Human Resources Manager is expected to demonstrate cultural humility, equity-minded practices, and strong alignment with PPSWO’s mission and values.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use hands for extended periods.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Limited local travel to PPSWO sites and meetings as required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a stand-alone role or department-of-one HR role strongly preferred.
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruitment, Hiring & Onboarding
Proactively recruit from a wide variety of sources to attract highly qualified, diverse candidates aligned with PPSWO’s mission and values.
Manage full cycle hiring processes, including job postings, screening, interviews, offers, background checks, and onboarding.
Partner with hiring managers to ensure a consistent, inclusive, and welcoming onboarding experience.
Coordinate new employee orientation in collaboration with internal partners.
Manage employee separations, including resignations and involuntary terminations, ensuring compliance, documentation, and respectful processes.
Employee Relations & Performance Support
Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and managers, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and employee relations matters.
Support employee relations investigations in collaboration with leadership and legal counsel as appropriate.
Assist with stay interviews, exit interviews, and employee feedback processes to support engagement and retention.
Support administration and tracking of the quarterly performance review process.
Ensure job descriptions are reviewed and updated periodically.
Payroll, Benefits & HR Administration
Process bi-weekly payroll and collaborate with managers to resolve payroll-related issues accurately and timely.
Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, life, disability, and COBRA.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and vendor coordination.
Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant personnel files and HR records in accordance with federal, state, PPFA, and organizational requirements.
Provide employment verifications as requested.
Compliance, Credentialing & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment and payroll laws.
Coordinate and manage HR compliance reporting, including BLS, BWC, EEOC, and other required agencies.
Oversee credentialing and re-credentialing processes for licensed personnel.
Maintain and support updates to the Employee Handbook and HR policies and procedures.
Identify and proactively address areas of HR risk.
HR Systems & Operations
Serve as the primary administrator and coordinator for PPSWO’s HR and payroll systems (Paycom experience strongly preferred).
Generate HR reports, correspondence, and documentation as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, efficiency, and employee experience.