Human Resources Manager

Who We Are:  

Axis Residential is a forward-thinking, property management organization, part of Inland Group – a vertically integrated real estate developer, contractor, and owner of multifamily housing communities based in Spokane, WA. Collectively, we have set ourselves apart as an industry leader who genuinely cares for the well-being and success of our people while creating an environment of meaningful community for our residents. Our success is a result of our team and culture– we take a relational and entrepreneurial approach to business and our team members are authentic, curious, natural leaders who value the greater team. We love what we do, and we are committed to excellence in our work.

The Position:

We are seeking a people-focused Human Resources Manager to join our team at our home office in Spokane, WA. As the Human Resource Manager, you will be responsible for the administration of HR policies, procedures, and programs for Axis Residential employees. You will act as an advocate to existing employees throughout their tenure with the organization. In this role, you will provide guidance in employee relations, performance management, benefits, and systems support. 

• Collaborate with leadership and the HR team to create positive employee engagement and maintain a people-focused company culture. 
• Spearhead employee engagement and wellness programs– creation, implementation, and ongoing management of programs.
• Provide support to managers on HR initiatives and employee issues, including employee relationship management, investigations, performance management, new policy/program rollouts, and general inquiries. 
• Monitor employee morale, look for opportunities and bring creative solutions to ensure team synergy and engagement. 
• Supervise and mentor junior HR Team members.
• Monitor HR KPIs and provide regular reports and insights to department.
• Assist on compensation planning and benchmarking to ensure market competitiveness.
• Conduct wage surveys and salary analysis for organization.
• Develop and update company policies and programs as organizational needs require.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and compliance requirements related to HR and Payroll (i.e., EEO, FLSA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, OSHA).
• This position will be based in our Spokane, WA office; travel to properties across our portfolio is required.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Comply with all Fair Housing laws.

Other Duties: This job profile is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and responsibilities, as one may be asked to perform additional tasks in order to meet the needs of the organization.

What We Are Seeking:

A people-focused and business-minded Human Resource Manager who can support a growing team while achieving organizational goals.

• Must be a team player who takes a ‘we’ over ‘me’ approach to building and sustaining relationships with others.
• Must be determined, ambitious, and self-motivated.
• 4-5 years of experience in Human Resources, with strong experience in employee relations.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office, Google-Suite, HRIS systems (UKG/Ulti-Pro is a bonus).
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. 
• Ability to travel to properties across our portfolio as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in English.
• Valid driver’s license and insured, operable vehicle.

 Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay, (based on experience).
• Bonus incentive.
• Annual performance review with potential merit increase.
• Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance - with 100% employer paid monthly premiums for associates.
• Flexible Spending Accounts- for healthcare and dependent care.
• Disability, AD&D, and Life insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution.
• Accrued vacation time, sick pay, 12 paid holidays per calendar year, personal day, and paid volunteer day.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Charitable giving program and community involvement.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting: 3-7 hours/day.
• Walking: 1-3 hours/day.
• Climbing: 0-3, stairs.
• Lifting: 10-25 lbs. occasionally.
• Endurance: light to moderate energy.
• Manual Dexterity: frequent fine motor skills.
• Near Vision: minimal near vision.

Environmental and Safety Factors:

• Weather: work is primarily indoors in a temperature-controlled office environment with occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including uneven and slippery surfaces.
• Noise: frequent exposure to typical office environment noise levels including conversational voice levels; infrequent exposure to high-volume office equipment (e.g., shredder).
• Pace of Work: great, multi-tasking/pressure paced environment.
• Driving: exposure to environmental and safety conditions related to operating a motor vehicle, including the possibility of bodily injury related to motor vehicle collisions.

Here at Axis Residential, we are committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job applicants and associates. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate against applicants or associates based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation for the job application and hiring process. If you need assistance completing this application due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources Department.