Human Resources Manager

JOB TITLE:

Human Resources Manager

REPORTS TO:

Director of Human Resources & Administration

JOB STATUS:
Full-Time

CLASSIFICATION:
Exempt / Salaried

SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$79,999

Final date to receive applications:
December 19, 2025

STARTING:
January 2026

LOCATION:

Washington, DC

HYBRID

SCHEDULE:

Three in-office days and two remote days, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional special events outside regular hours.

ABOUT GENERATION HOPE

Generation Hope is a nonprofit organization committed to ensuring all student parents have the opportunity to succeed and achieve economic mobility. We drive systemic change by partnering with education and policy leaders while offering direct, two-generation support to teen parents in college and their children. To date, we've provided over $1.5 million in tuition assistance, supported more than 500 teen parents in college, celebrated more than 200 degrees earned through our program, and partnered with over 30 two- and four-year institutions nationwide.

Our team culture is rooted in excellence, respect, and inclusion. Named "one of the best nonprofits" by Spur Local, we embrace diversity in all its forms-background, thought, and experiences. If our mission and culture resonate with you, we invite you to consider joining our team. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Position Summary

The Human Resources Manager supports all HR functions at Generation Hope, including recruitment, employee relations, compliance, performance management, training, benefits, race equity work, and administrative support. This role is pivotal in ensuring HR processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture. Additionally, the Human Resources Manager will support organization-wide initiatives, such as Think Forward Day and the Annual Staff Retreat, and lead the Morale Committee, contributing to team engagement and organizational culture.

This role also requires supporting staff across multiple locations, including Washington, DC, New Orleans, and Dallas. This position does not include direct supervisory responsibilities but is a critical managerial resource for HR operations, including policy management, file maintenance, HRIS administration, and office support.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & Compliance Management

• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Conduct regular HR file audits, maintain records, and implement efficient document management systems.
• Stay current on changing federal, state, and local employment-related policies and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

Benefits Administration

• Support with employee benefits, including plan selection, implementation, and compliance with regulations like ACA, COBRA, FMLA, and HIPAA.
• In partnership with the Director of Human Resources & Administration, liaise with benefit plan administrators and educate employees on benefits programs.
• Manage multi-state benefits to ensure compliance with varying state policies.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Lead the talent acquisition process, including job postings, candidate screening, and interview coordination.
• Manage new employee onboarding to create a seamless and engaging new hire experience, including drafting offer letters, conducting reference checks, and scheduling and facilitating training.
• Oversee offboarding, including exit interviews, benefits termination, and equipment retrieval, while supporting managers with transition plans.

Employee Engagement & Development

• In partnership with the Director of Human Resources & Administration, facilitate the annual and mid-term employee appraisal processes and recommend improvements.
• Mediate workplace conflicts and develop actionable solutions to foster positive employee relations.
• Conduct staff surveys to assess and enhance the employee experience, share data results with leadership, propose recommendations, and present findings to staff through organization-wide initiatives.

Race Equity Work

• In partnership with the Director of Human Resources & Administration, design and facilitate equity training…