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Human Resources (HR) Manager
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What they do
A Human Resources Manager manages human resources functions for a company or organization, including the recruiting, hiring and training of employees. Works with executive management to develop and implement staffing and compensation plans and works to attract and retain qualified employees. Oversees training and development initiatives. Manages compensation and benefits structure and provides information to employees. Monitors compliance with employment-related regulations. Implements company policies and deals with staffing or disciplinary issues as needed.
$133,525 / year median in Virginia
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Shape and implement human resources strategies, policies, and programs that support business goals and strengthen a high-performing workplace culture.
- Oversee compensation processes, including program administration and ongoing review of performance management practices to improve effectiveness.
- Manage employee benefits operations by coordinating enrollments, resolving issues, reviewing billing, and explaining plan information to staff.
- Lead full-cycle recruiting and hiring for exempt and nonexempt roles, and ensure a thorough onboarding experience for new team members.
- Provide guidance on employee relations matters, conduct workplace investigations, support corrective action processes, and assist with exit discussions when needed.
- Maintain HR records, organizational charts, and reporting within the HRIS while preparing data and metrics for business review and analysis.
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, benefit regulations, and required workforce reporting obligations.
- Partner with leadership as a trusted advisor on talent management, training, policy application, and workplace safety initiatives.