Human Resources Manager - Landscape Design Services

Are you an experienced HR Manger with a strong background in safety and benefits who thrives in a values-based, hands on environment with a large hourly workforce? Are you looking for a position where you can utilize your experience to coach and mentor others and collaborate with a team of managers? Landscape Design Services is looking for an Human Resources Manager to support our team.

Landscape Design Services started in 1968 with a truck and one employee, and has grown to become the largest full-service landscape company in west Michigan with over 200 team members. While the business has grown in size, the growth has been fueled by the one-on-one long-term relationships our designers and service staff have developed with our clients. Our team and service are our strength.

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As our Human Resources Manager, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving HR programs that support the organization’s culture, values, and business objectives. This role oversees all core HR functions, including recruitment, training and development, performance management, safety, benefits, payroll administration, and team member relations. The HR Manager leads a team of HR and Administrative professionals and partners closely with organizational leaders to build a high performing, engaged, and safety focused workforce.

Your areas of focus will include, but not be limited to:

• Oversee the full-cycle recruiting process, including sourcing, interviews, and offer letters.
• Develop innovative seasonal hiring plans in collaboration with operational leadership.

• Participate in and analyze compensation surveys to ensure market competitiveness.
• Lead the annual compensation evaluation process.
• Contribute to the organization’s benefits strategy and administer self-funded benefits including annual renewals, enrollment, invoice verification, qualifying event changes, and COBRA administration.

• Oversee weekly payroll processing and serve as backup as needed.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of HR forms, reports, and HRIS data entry.

• Champion safety initiatives and serve as Chairperson of the Safety Committee.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and lead accident reporting and return to work processes.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret safety data and recommend improvements.

• Lead the company’s performance management process.
• Support leadership development and team member growth and development initiatives.
• Partner with leaders to facilitate coaching, feedback, and difficult conversations, including disciplinary actions and employment terminations.

• Oversee onboarding programs.
• Lead the development, coordination, and delivery of training programs.

• Ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Create and maintain employment-related policies.
• Manage team member leaves of absence, including FMLA.

• Act as a team member advocate and promote an environment that motivates and supports team member success.
• Plan and participate in company recognition events.

We believe our Human Resources Manager will need the following to be successful:

• Regular onsite availability Monday through Friday beginning at 6:30am to best support our workforce
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field with a minimum of 5+ years of progressive HR experience
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification
• Proven experience designing and implementing HR programs aligned with organizational values and business goals
• Demonstrated success driving continuous improvement initiatives with measurable results
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
• Strong relationship building skills across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Experience with Innova or UKG HRIS a plus
• Spanish language skills preferred

All full-time employees with Landscape Design Services are eligible for the following competitive benefits package:

• Medical
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement (401k)
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Team Member Recognition

Work shouldn’t just be about earning a living - it should be something you enjoy, with a team that makes every day rewarding and meaningful. If you have a strong HR background and believe this position would be a great fit, apply today to join our team!