Human Resources (HR) Manager

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support daily people operations and key administrative functions for an organization based in Bridgewater, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position will oversee employee relations, benefits administration, onboarding, payroll coordination, and compliance activities while helping maintain accurate records and consistent internal processes. The role also partners with leadership on board meeting preparation and provides broader operational support across the office.

Responsibilities:
• Direct daily HR and administrative activities, ensuring smooth coordination across employee support, office operations, and related internal functions.
• Administer employee benefit programs, including health coverage, pension plans, disability programs, and paid time off tracking.
• Lead onboarding activities for new hires by organizing orientation, required documentation, and initial policy communication.
• Process in-house payroll by reviewing attendance and hours, entering payroll data, issuing payments, managing tax submissions, and preparing periodic and annual payroll reporting.
• Manage workers’ compensation, injury reporting, disability matters, and supporting documentation to ensure timely follow-up and accurate case handling.
• Maintain organized and confidential personnel, medical, and compliance records while keeping required HR reports current.
• Coordinate employee training, schedule required physical examinations, and assist with updates to handbooks and internal policy materials.
• Support leadership with board meeting preparation by assembling materials, documenting minutes, attending meetings, and assisting with public notices and bid package documentation.
• 2+ years of experience in human resources, HR administration, or a related people operations role.
• Hands-on knowledge of employee relations, benefits administration, onboarding, and payroll processing.
• Familiarity with HR compliance requirements, personnel recordkeeping, and confidential file management.
• Experience handling workers’ compensation, accident reporting, disability-related matters, or similar employee support cases.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate documentation.
• Proficiency in preparing reports, tracking employee data, and supporting payroll or tax-related administrative tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to support meetings and prepare clear, accurate materials.
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