Human Resources (HR) Manager

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee core HR functions for a company in the Eatontown, NJ area. This Long-term Contract position will play a central role in supporting workforce planning, employee relations, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong knowledge of employment practices, and the ability to guide leaders while maintaining consistent and compliant people processes.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with leadership to shape HR initiatives that support business objectives, staffing needs, and organizational effectiveness.
• Provide guidance on workforce planning, succession considerations, and team structure to help leaders make informed talent decisions.
• Handle sensitive employee matters, including investigations, corrective actions, grievances, and performance-related concerns with consistency and discretion.
• Support labor relations activities by interpreting collective bargaining terms, assisting with grievance processes, and contributing to negotiation preparation when needed.
• Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations and maintain HR practices that reduce legal and operational risk.
• Direct HR recordkeeping, reporting, and audit preparation to ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and ready for review.
• Lead hiring efforts for administrative, property management, and maintenance roles, while strengthening onboarding practices to improve retention and early success.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, support job classification alignment, and help maintain equitable pay practices.
• Oversee HR policies, employee files, and HR information systems while identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting.
• Coordinate training initiatives focused on compliance, safety, supervisory capability, and manager coaching to strengthen performance and employee engagement.