Manager of Human Resources

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FMSI Full Time Regular Cedar Rapids, IA, US

7 days ago Requisition

First Main Street Insurance (FMSI), a True North entity, is seeking a Human Resources Manager with deep expertise in the industries we serve to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and supporting key human resources functions across the organization, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, training and development, HR operations, compliance, performance management, and colleague engagement.

This role partners closely with leaders across the enterprise to deliver strategic and operational HR support while fostering a positive colleague experience and maintaining alignment with organizational goals and culture.

FMSI uses our core values of Exceptionalism, Collaboration and Resourcefulness to enthusiastically serve our clients, colleagues and communities.

About First Main Street Insurance:

First Main Street Insurance was established in 2017 as an organization dedicated to supporting local insurance agencies. Its mission is to help agencies preserve their hometown identity while gaining access to broader resources, expanding carrier markets, and the operational strength needed to stay competitive.

FMSI operates as an affiliate of True North Companies, a leading insurance and risk-management firm. True North established FMSI as a strategic platform to connect with and elevate community-based agencies across the Midwest. For years, FMSI has delivered innovative solutions and personal, relationship-driven service to meet our clients’ evolving needs. Our integrated platform spanning risk management, employee benefits, and personal financial strategies creates a comprehensive approach to the complex challenges of today’s world.

Come join our amazing team!

What FMSI Offers:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Paid time off ensures rest and balance, plus 11 paid holidays OR Responsible Time Off (RTO):
  Flexible time off with a required minimum to ensure rest and balance, plus 11 paid holidays
• Donation Match Program
• Tuition reimbursement and paid certifications, licenses, and designations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program with financial incentives

Essential Job Functions

• Manage all aspects of the talent acquisition process, including meeting with leaders to determine staffing needs, building candidate pipelines, sourcing talent, recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Develop and communicate annual staffing strategies and workforce planning initiatives to maintain acceptable time-to-fill metrics and support organizational growth.
• Champion the organization’s employer brand and creatively source and evaluate candidates within the community by cultivating relationships with business leaders, colleges, universities, and professional organizations to enhance visibility and attract top talent.
• Ensure proper candidate requisition, vetting, including background checks, reference checks, and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify and present employment offers and maintain equity in compensation.
• Develop and implement comprehensive 30/60/90-day onboarding plans for new hires and internal transfers to support successful integration, role clarity, and early performance alignment.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics and ensure workforce and team responsibilities are completed accurately and consistently prior to employee start dates.
• Build and implement core insurance, advisory, and professional development training programs and tools to support colleague engagement and learning effectiveness.
• Maintain learning records and support compliance training completion.
• Ensure alignment between colleague development initiatives and organizational integration efforts.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by maintaining required postings, documentation, audit support, and reporting requirements,…