Human Resources Manager

Job description: The Human Resources Manager is responsible for independently managing and overseeing all HR functions at HealthQuest Therapeutics as a department of one. This role serves as the sole HR resource for the organization, overseeing all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee relations, payroll, compliance, HR systems, policy development, and employee engagement.

The HR Manager ensures HR practices align with company culture, legal requirements, and organizational goals while providing strategic guidance and day-to-day support to leadership and employees and fostering a positive, productive workplace environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary resource for employees regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and workplace matters.
• Partner with leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational goals, workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning.
• Manage talent acquisition and recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, and hiring.
• Develop and lead employee engagement initiatives that support a positive workplace culture.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Manage and maintain the Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring accurate employee records and data integrity.
• Oversee employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, employment changes, and offboarding.
• Lead employee training, professional development, and organizational learning initiatives.
• Manage biweekly payroll processing for 70+ employees and troubleshoot payroll platform issues.
• Oversee employee relations matters and lead HR investigations, ensuring fair, consistent, and timely resolution.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, COBRA, and leave management (FMLA, STD, and LTD).
• Maintain and reconcile benefits EDI file feeds to ensure accurate and timely data exchange between systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, regularly reviewing HR policies and practices and implementing updates as needed.
• Support special projects and organizational initiatives as needed.
• Travel occasionally as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or closely related field.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in human resources (experience in the human resources field may be considered in lieu of Bachelor's degree).
• Experience with Gusto or UKG strongly preferred.
• HRIS management and implementation preferred.
• SHRM/PHR certification preferred.
• Experience building templates and formatting company policies and forms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe products.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be a team player.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.