Human Resources Manager (Part Time)

Advertising Agency•Bethesda, MD

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About The Position

Purpose / Overview RP3 is an independent, full-service creative and performance agency that turns wildly original ideas into outsized results. We partner with ambitious brands to create work that stands out and drives real impact. The HR Manager is a hands-on people leader supporting a growing agency across talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and culture-building. This role is ideal for someone with a strong recruiting foundation who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is excited to help shape the people function as we scale. You’ll partner closely with leadership to attract exceptional talent, foster an inclusive culture, and build the processes needed for long-term growth.

Requirements

5–8 years of HR experience in a creative agency, marketing/advertising firm, or similar environment
Strong recruiting experience, especially for creative and client-facing roles
Experience across employee relations, performance management, and culture initiatives
Comfortable in a fast-paced, growing organization where processes are evolving
Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Passion for building an inclusive, engaging workplace

Nice To Haves

Experience with Paylocity a plus

Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Staffing
Lead full-cycle recruiting across creative, account, strategy, and operations roles
Build and maintain a strong pipeline of freelance and full-time talent
Partner with hiring managers on role definition, interview process, and selection
Strengthen employer branding to attract diverse, high-quality candidates
Manage onboarding to ensure a seamless, engaging experience
Employee Relations
Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on day-to-day HR matters
Address concerns with discretion, empathy, and sound judgment
Support conflict resolution and coach managers on communication and leadership
Performance Management
Oversee performance cycles, including goal-setting, feedback, and development planning
Partner with leadership to identify high-potential talent and growth opportunities
Coach managers on performance conversations and team development
Culture, Engagement & DEI
Champion a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
Lead engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and team-building efforts
Support DEI through inclusive hiring practices and culture-building programs
Monitor engagement trends and recommend improvements
People Operations
Maintain HR policies, handbook, and compliance with applicable regulations
Oversee key processes (vs. executing):
HR systems, data accuracy, and reporting
Benefits administration and employee support
Support compensation benchmarking and leveling as the agency grows