Human Resources Manager

Job Applicants should apply by July 18, 2025

Under general direction, performs professional level activities related to human resource management, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee retention, compensation and classification management, performance development, employee relations, policy development, communication and implementation, and regulatory compliance.

Essential Job Functions

· Supports human resources services including talent acquisition, employment processing, compensation, records management, employee relations and retention, regulatory compliance, employee performance tracking, and personnel transactions. 

· Oversees talent acquisition processes and procedures, including sourcing, assessing, interviewing, hiring and onboarding. 

· Compiles and verifies complex and/or technical information for processing; prepares reports, charts or tables from general specifications to present information in an easy to read format; researches and assembles a variety of data from office records for incorporation into various reports. 

· Performs special assignments as requested, to include conducting and responding to surveys, researching and preparing reports and projects, and developing and implementing programs. 

· Manages all phases of the performance development program and recommends revisions as necessary. 

· Maintains all organizational job descriptions, working to insure documents are current, accurate and compliant with applicable laws. 

· Investigates employee issues, concerns and conflicts in accordance with policies, procedures, and applicable laws and makes final recommendations to the Director. 

· Provides employee and management counseling regarding policies, employee issues and legal requirements. 

· Monitors and advises managers and supervisors in the progressive discipline process and performance improvement plans for non-performing employees. 

· May assist in the development and ongoing maintenance of human resources policies and procedures. 

· Maintains confidentiality of all personnel related information, inquiries and actions. 

· Assists in the preparation of the departmental and system-wide salaries and benefits budgets. 

· Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions. 

· Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of the Library’s safety program. 

· Interfaces with managers, supervisors, internal teams, vendors and external agencies regarding human resource management related issues. 

· Assists in the recruiting, interviewing and selecting of departmental personnel. 

· Maintains current knowledge of workplace and human resources management trends and professional concerns through reading relevant professional materials, attendance at meetings, workshops, conferences, and seminars and personal contact with other HR professionals. 

· Provides excellent customer service. 

· Works in a manner safe to the individual and other people.

· Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an office setting. The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet.

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to lift 25 pounds, push, bend, and reach as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

· Talent acquisition, compensation strategy, performance development, employee relations, regulatory compliance and safety practices. 

· Human resource management practices, standards and federal, state and local laws relating to employment practices. 

· All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job. 

· Administration and supervision of staff and activities. 

· Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques. 

· Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. 

· Making sound recommendations based on factual information. 

· Identifying alternatives, negotiating outcomes and resolving conflict effectively. 

· Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials. 

· Conveying excellent oral and written communication including formal presentations. 

· Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction. 

· Supervising and motivating staff and providing for their training and professional development. 

· Ability to develop innovative methods to achieve desired results.

· Ability to manage projects and multiple priorities simultaneously. 

· Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail with constant breaks in concentration. 

· Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

· Ability to travel to various locations and access to reliable transportation to do so. 

Minimum Education, Experience, and Training

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field 

· Minimum of 3 years of proven work experience as a Human Resources manager 

· Certification in Human Resources Management (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR) a plus.