Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager 

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters. The Meadowlands YMCA is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. Not only will you have the chance to help children, youth and adults of all ages reach their potential, you’ll be making a huge difference in your community as well.

The Meadowlands YMCA is currently looking for an individual who wants to make a valuable contribution and help transform the lives of others in the role of our Human Resources Manager.

The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of all HR operations to include; the oversight and administration of HR policies and procedures; talent acquisition, employee engagement and retention, employee relations, learning and development, performance management, employee departures and legal compliance. 

 She/he will work in a leadership role and in partnership with all staff to enhance the workforce culture, understanding that diversity and inclusion are integral to our organization’s aspirations for excellence.

• Accountable for all functional areas of HR, such as recruiting and staffing, personnel records, training, employee relation, compliance with state and federal laws, employee relations, talent management, compensation, and retention.
• Ensure policies and procedures are applied fairly and consistently by front-line supervisors and managers.
• Perform benefits administration, including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment and communicating benefits information to employees.
• Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars.
• Lead in all areas of human resources including recruitment and retention, new hire orientation, on boarding, workforce planning and analysis, staff training, employee relations, departures and legal compliance.  
• Enhance and maintain a positive workforce culture.
• Oversee employee welfare, safety, wellness and health and counselling
• Oversee the processing of Unemployment and Worker Compensation claims.
• Administer HR policy, enforcement and documentation.
• Track and ensure EEOC, FMLA, ADA and OSHA compliance.
• Provide an advocacy/consulting role for employees experiencing problems/issues that impact their jobs.
• Assist managers with the administration of the disciplinary process and annual performance
• Assist in responding to employees’ relation issues in partnership with appropriate line manager/supervisor
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to establish and maintain positive professional relationships with staff across all levels in the organization
• Performs other related duties as necessary to support the branch.

• QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and three to five (3-5) years of relevant HR.
• Experience in full cycle recruitment experience.
• Experience in HRIS/ applicant tracking systems preferred
• Familiar with payroll systems.  Experience with Paycom preferred.
• Solid understanding of federal and state employment and labor laws.
• PHR/SPHR certification strongly preferred.
• A working knowledge of the computer especially Microsoft Office Suite (Windows environment).
• Experience leading within an environment undergoing transformational change.
• Possess excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and purpose of the YMCA.
• Excellent human relationship skills with employees and with a member service focus.
• Excellent decision-making skills, the ability to take initiative & be flexible.
• A professional personal image and the ability to work harmoniously and establish positive relationships with staff, members, and the business community are imperative