Human Resources Manager

New Jersey Clean Energy Jobs Program•New Brunswick, NJ

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About The Position

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead our human resources function during a period of growth and transformation. This role will oversee our Professional Employer Organization (PEO) relationship, manage full-cycle recruiting, drive staff recruitment, and ensure seamless onboarding experience for new team members, coordinate external HR consultants, administer reviews and handle HR administrative tasks, Will manage administrative staff and coordinate and collaborate with external PEO and senior consult HR staff. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about building a strong, values-driven workplace.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree (BA) from four-year college or university (Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field).
5+ years of HR experience, and recruiting.
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities,
Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment with multiple concurrent deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, ADP Total Source, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Adobe Acrobat/Reader.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
Attention to detail.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Provide clarity in complex problems, facilitate decision-making, and guide management.
Self-starter who can work within a team environment to drive results.
Exceptional organizational, time-management, and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP a plus. SHRMs Talent Acquisition Specialty Credential a plus.
Experience in energy, engineering, or technical industries a plus
PEO oversight highly desired.

Responsibilities

Works with management to develop and implement a HR plan with objectives and strategies to support the business. Plans, organizes and controls all activities of the department, including developing department goals, objectives and systems.
Identifies, develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures; performs benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness, information activities program and cash flow.
Develops and maintains affirmative action program; files EEO-1 annually; maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
Collaborates with management, accounting, sales, engineering, and operations to develops and implements a HR plan for the business including recruiting training, and developing staff.
Design and execute onboarding programs that foster engagement and retention.
Ensure new hires are equipped with tools, training, and cultural orientation.
Continuously improve onboarding workflows and documentation.
Implements and annually updates the compensation program; rewrites job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys and develops merit pool (salary budget); analyzes compensation; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
Conducts recruitment effort for all exempt, nonexempt and temporary workers; writes and places advertisements; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checking; extends job offers; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career-path program and employee relations counseling; conducts exit interviews.
Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars. Maintains organizational charts and employee directory.
Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department initiatives in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management.