HR MANAGER

Description

Community West Credit Union is seeking a Human Resources Manager to work at our Kentwood office location. If you enjoy serving leaders and employees by strategizing and managing all human resources aspects—including hiring and onboarding, compensation and benefits, and legal compliance—we want to talk to you!

The starting annual salary is $70,000.00, paid bi-weekly.

Full-time | M - F | 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM | 40 hours weekly.

Good pay | GREAT benefits | 401K at 90 days with Employer Match.

Generous time off in 1st Year | Vacations | Holidays | Sick Time | Paid Volunteer Time.

Occasional remote work allowed after becoming fully trained.

Casual dress code.

As a Human Resources Manager, you will manage the HR team, implement and develop HR functions, including planning, development, and implementation of HR strategies and policies. You will oversee recruiting, performance management, payroll, and employee relations, serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees to ensure HR practices align with organizational goals and comply with all regulatory agencies.

• Administer the company’s salary and compensation plan, job descriptions, salary grading, annual reviews, and salary increases.
• Oversee employee benefit programs, including health and wellness, 401(k)/retirement plans, COBRA, ADA, FMLA, and annual renewal benefit processes.
• Provide training to managers on HR processes and compliance with applicable federal and Michigan laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, Michigan Earned Sick Leave Act, etc.).
• Provide counsel and guidance to all levels of management on employee relations, performance appraisals, coaching, and recommend corrective actions as needed; conduct employee separations.
• Coordinate completion of performance evaluations, ensuring consistency, fairness, and accountability.
• Oversee maintenance and communication of personnel records required by regulation, governing bodies, or other departments (e.g., 401(k) filings, payroll and benefit filings, Department of Labor filings).

Our mission at Community West is to develop passionate, empowered employees that enrich the lives of our members and communities.

• One week of onboarding and orientation, followed by a week of job shadowing, and continuing shadowing for 2-3 weeks as you become familiar with your role. Training includes in-person, hands-on, and online learning.
• Weekly meetings with your manager, then monthly meetings to develop and achieve personal and professional goals.
• Opportunities to grow and advance, especially through promotion from within.
• Participation in community events and fundraising opportunities as part of the West Michigan community.

• B.A. in Human Resources or Business field and 2 years HR experience, or 5 years progressive HR experience with at least 2 years as HR Specialist II or HR Generalist; preferred credit union environment.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certifications preferred but not required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, particularly written, and ability to work collaboratively with all organization areas.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and possess excellent interpersonal skills to handle sensitive employee information.
• Strong understanding of federal and Michigan employment laws and HR best practices.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills; project planning and implementation experience.
• Intermediate experience with Microsoft Windows, Excel, and Word.
• Experience with HRIS systems.

Criminal Background Check Is Required Prior To Employment.

Only complete applications will be considered.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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