HR Jobs in Colchester, VT

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Human Resources Manager

Town of Colchester Colchester, VT

Colchester, VT

1mo ago Closed

$80k - $95k/yr Full time Manager Employee Relations HR Policies

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 18, 2026).

Job Description

The Town of Colchester is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead core human resources functions for the organization. This onsite position focuses on supporting employee engagement and workplace culture while ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws, coordinating HR initiatives across talent acquisition and total rewards administration.

Role Overview

Reporting through the appropriate town leadership structure, the Human Resources Manager oversees talent acquisition and administers benefits and compensation. The role also supports staff training and development planning and partners with the Town Manager’s Office and Town Attorney on higher-risk matters that require executive-level attention.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the Town’s human resource functions end to end
Maintain and reinforce a positive workplace culture
Support employee engagement and employee relations
Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, legislation, and regulations
Oversee talent acquisition activities
Oversee benefits and compensation administration
Assist with identifying staff training and development opportunities and related resources
Work closely with the Town Manager’s Office on higher-risk matters and issues requiring Town Attorney involvement

Required Qualifications

Minimum three to five years of progressive HR experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field (preferred); equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Ability to work on site full-time in Colchester, VT 05446
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with attention to detail
Effective time management with the proven ability to manage concurrent, competing deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including sound independent judgment in day-to-day HR decisions
Ability to adapt experience and “canned information” to organizational and employee needs
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to use human resources information and financial information systems
Working knowledge of laws relating to benefits, wage and hour, leave, discrimination, workers’ compensation, the ADA, and related areas
Ability to handle confidential personnel information appropriately, honoring employee and employer rights, responsibilities, and privacy
Ability to interact positively and professionally with Town employees, elected officials, state entities, and members of the general public
Genuine working empathy for Town employees as the organization’s most important resource

Preferred Certifications

PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, or an equivalent HR certification

Technologies

Microsoft Office

Compensation

Salary: USD 80,139 - 95,206 per year (pay range also listed as $80,139.02 - $95,206.28 per year).

Benefits

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Notes

Application question: Ability to work on-site, full time
Special requirement location: In person (onsite)

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