HR Manager

We are looking for a Human Resource Manager to support our company operations. The role is based in Farmington, NY, and supports an employee base of about 150 located in Oregon and New York. The right candidate has a get-it-done attitude, is highly productive, and can easily coordinate with a variety of internal teams plus outside partners and vendors.

HR Manager

New Energy Works of Rochester, Farmington, NY

Position Summary:

The HR Manager is focused on creating a positive employee experience through delivery of Human Resource services. The HR Manager is highly visible within the organization and will provide excellent service and support to our employees. This role also supports the “3P” strategy of the company, which covers People, Planet and Prosperity, through policy and program administration.

Responsibilities:

Hiring

• Managing the company’s recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening and interviewing, onboarding, background checks and drug screenings.

Employee Relations

• Serve as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for employees and vendors for all HR and Payroll questions.
• Building and maintaining a strong relationship and trust with all levels of employees.
• Support and develop retention efforts.

Benefits

• Managing all benefit programs and renewals including leave administration.
• Managing benefits open enrollment process and communication to all employees to ensure confidence with choice and use of benefit programs.
• Reconciling and approval of benefit invoices.
• Managing monthly and quarterly claims process & submissions for PFL, DBL and workers compensation.
• Serving as the 401(k) lead, including reporting, notifications, tracking eligibility, enrollment and annual audit.
• Workers compensation insurance program management; monthly invoicing; annual audits.
• Support new captive health insurance program including growth in wellness programs and communication of plan benefits.

Training & Compliance

• Organize mandatory, safety and professional training companywide.
• Guide company compliance and reporting requirements.
• Maintaining company handbook, assisting with creating policies, procedures, and updates as needed.
• Maintaining confidentiality of all personnel data; ensure compliance with same.

Performance & Policies

• Development and maintenance of coworker reviews and compensation analysis.
• Ensure coworkers follow policies and procedures; manage internal investigations.

Payroll

• Communication to payroll provider for new hires, terminations, changes or issues.
• Review of weekly payroll reports; follow up with management related to variances or approvals.
• Liaison with payroll provider for quarterly and annual tax reporting, including W-2s and 1095s.

ESOP

• Assist with communication and events to support ESOP community and learning.
• Support annual allocation and distribution process and audit.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or relevant field, PHR and/or SHRM are desired.
• A minimum of 4 years of HR & payroll experience with construction or manufacturing preferred, and experience managing benefits, leave of absence and compliance related audits and matters.
• Strong attention to detail, follow through with time sensitive matters and projects, and confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work closely with all levels of employees.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft applications, applicant tracking systems, and other software systems.

For Pay Transparency: Compensation Description (annually or hourly): Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

About Us

This position is full-year, full-time role with great benefits including 70% company-paid medical, paid holidays and PTO, a matching 401k plan, dental, and vision. We are a 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) company and when appropriate, we enjoy company-wide profit-sharing.

We actively seek to build an inclusive and diverse workplace where people from all walks of life are welcomed are an equal opportunity employer.

New Energy Works operates on the triple bottom line philosophy, putting equal emphasis on people, planet, and profit. We’ve been designing and crafting custom homes and fine woodworking across the nation for 30+ years with our 140+ craftspeople, carpenters, designers, dreamers, and community members.

Role is generally M-F 8am - 5pm depending on business need and other factors.