Human Resources Manager

Responsibilities

• Advise executive leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and long term talent strategy.
• Develop, implement, and govern HR policies and programs aligned to the Authority’s objectives.
• Coach and develop the HR team, setting performance expectations and conducting evaluations.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to identify trends, inform decisions, and improve organizational effectiveness.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Oversee investigations to ensure fairness, consistency, and legal compliance; present actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations including FMLA, FLSA, EEO, and ADA.
• Identify and mitigate organizational risk related to employment practices and policies.
• Develop and support recruitment strategies to attract high quality candidates; promote a strong employer brand and positive candidate experience.
• Manage end to end hiring, including job postings, interviews, onboarding, and orientation; partner with leadership on workforce needs and succession planning.
• Design and deliver training and development programs to enhance both employee and leadership capabilities.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, including annual open enrollment.
• Conduct compensation analyses and support updates to salary structures and pay bands.
• Keep benefits programs competitive and aligned with organizational needs.
• Oversee HRIS, employee records, and reporting processes; maintain accurate personnel and medical files.
• Administer leave programs, including FMLA and other applicable policies.
• Continuously evaluate and improve HR processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, morale, and retention.
• Support leadership in fostering an inclusive, high performing workplace culture.
• Represent the Authority in community and professional settings as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Administration and/or Executive Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Between 5 and 8 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• SHRM-CP and/or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to lead, influence, and partner with leadership at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to use data to inform decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with HRIS systems.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license.

Technologies

• HRIS
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook

Working Conditions

• Position is onsite in Bedford, Virginia; employee will sit for portions of the day and may stand or walk as needed.
• Frequent physical agility requirements including climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, repetitive motions, and manual dexterity.
• Sensory requirements include standard vision and hearing with ability to communicate ideas clearly.

Physical Exertion (Pounds)

• Up to 10 pounds: Frequent
• Up to 25 pounds: Occasional
• Up to 50 pounds: None

Environmental Exposures

• Work near moving mechanical parts: None
• Work in high, precarious places: None
• Toxic or caustic chemicals: None
• Outdoor weather conditions: Occasional
• Extreme cold, non-weather: Occasional
• Extreme heat, non-weather: Occasional
• Noise level: Moderate