Human Resource Manager

The Joshua M. Freeman Foundation is an organization that is comprised of enthusiastic, passionate, and innovative team members who are committed to the mission of creating opportunities that elevate the human spirit.

Our work includes the Freeman Arts Pavilion — the latest evolution of our performing arts venue in Selbyville, Delaware — as well as our Arts Access Program
, which provides diverse arts experiences for area schools and the public  small but mighty team includes individuals who work in the operation of our physical entertainment venue, in managing and delivering our arts access programs, as well as those responsible for the organization’s fundraising, marketing, accounting, and human resources functions.

The Joshua M. Freeman Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Position:Human Resource Manager

Location: Selbyville, DE

Job :148

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Joshua M. Freeman Foundation
Location: Selbyville, Delaware
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

The Joshua M. Freeman Foundation is seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Manager to lead all aspects of our human resources function. As the Foundation's HR leader, you will play a vital role in supporting a dedicated team of year-round staff, more than 100 seasonal employees, and over 250 volunteers who help bring the arts to our community each year.

The Foundation operates the renowned Freeman Arts Pavilion, a premier outdoor performing arts venue in Selbyville, Delaware, serving more than 100,000 patrons annually through concerts, theater, dance, comedy, educational programs, and community engagement initiatives.

If you are passionate about people, organizational culture, employee development, and strengthening mission-focused workplaces, we'd love to hear from you.

The Human Resources Manager oversees the full employee lifecycle and serves as a trusted partner to leadership. This position manages recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, benefits, performance management, employee relations, compliance, training, compensation, and organizational development initiatives.

This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who enjoys building programs, coaching leaders, ensuring compliance, and helping create a workplace where employees can thrive.

• Lead recruitment efforts for year-round and seasonal positions.
• Develop sourcing strategies and maintain candidate pipelines.
• Coordinate interviews, reference checks, and offer processes.
• Build relationships with colleges, universities, and professional organizations.
• Support hiring managers with interviewing and selection best practices.

• Partner with managers on coaching, employee development, and performance improvement.
• Coordinate annual performance evaluation processes.
• Assist with progressive discipline, investigations, and employee relations matters.
• Maintain and update job descriptions and performance standards.

• Manage onboarding programs for new hires, interns, and seasonal staff.
• Maintain employee handbooks, policies, and procedures.
• Support initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and workplace culture.

• Process bi-weekly payroll through Paycor and prepare related reports.
• Administer employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave programs.
• Conduct compensation benchmarking and support salary planning and budgeting activities.

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Maintain personnel records and required reporting.
• Conduct workplace investigations as needed.
• Lead training initiatives and support leadership development programs.
• Partner with leadership on succession planning, retention strategies, and organizational effectiveness.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR generalist experience.
• Experience with payroll administration and…