Manager of Human Resources

Job Details

Job Location:

Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927

Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year Travel Percentage:
Negligible Job Shift: Day Employment Horizons is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting people with barriers to employment in achieving their individual vocational objectives and establishing self-sufficiency in the community.

• Lead and oversee the Human Resources department, including direct supervision, coaching, development, and performance management of department staff
• Partner with agency leadership and managers on staffing needs, recruitment, retention, workforce planning, and organizational development
• Oversee recruitment and hiring, including applicant screening, interviewing, reference checks, job descriptions, and onboarding
• Serve as a trusted resource to managers and employees on employee relations, performance management, attendance, workplace concerns, and agency policies
• Lead and document employee investigations, disciplinary matters, corrective actions, and terminations
• Support reasonable accommodations and coordinate employee leave, workers' compensation, and other employment-related matters
• Oversee employee benefits and coordinate with payroll to ensure employee changes and personnel information are processed accurately and timely
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Develop, review, and update HR policies, procedures, forms, and processes
• Coordinate performance evaluations and provide managers with tools and guidance for effective performance management
• Develop and coordinate employee training, professional development, engagement, and retention initiatives
• Monitor HR metrics and trends related to staffing, turnover, attendance, recruitment, retention, and training and provide recommendations to leadership
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel records and HR systems
• Stay current on employment laws, HR trends, and best practices and recommend improvements to agency practices

• Generous paid time off: 15 holidays, 18 vacation days, and 10 sick days
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Education Assistance Program:
  Up to $9,000 per year in tuition assistance
• 401(k) plan: 3% company match
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment where your work supports both employees and the people we serve

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience, including experience with employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and employment practices
• Prior supervisory or management experience with the ability to lead, coach, and develop staff
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive personnel matters
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn and effectively use HRIS and other HR systems
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, managers, and leadership at all levels
• Valid driver's license

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
• Experience working in a nonprofit or human services organization
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or other barriers to employment
• Experience with HRIS, benefits administration, employee investigations,…