Human Resources Manager

HR Manager

Reports To: Superintendent / Director of Operations (as assigned)

Position Summary

The HR Manager leads HLA’s human resources systems to ensure we recruit, develop, and retain high-quality staff. This role oversees hiring, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, evaluations support, and HR operations—building a strong staff experience while maintaining confidentiality and legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Staffing

• Manage recruitment cycle: postings, screening, interviews, selection, offers
• Develop staffing plans aligned to enrollment and school priorities
• Maintain applicant tracking and hiring documentation

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Lead onboarding and orientation for new hires
• Maintain personnel files and HR systems with accuracy and confidentiality
• Support staff engagement/recognition and internal communications

Employee Relations & Performance Support

• Advise leaders on employee concerns, attendance, conduct, and performance
• Support evaluation timelines, improvement plans, and documentation
• Support investigations and resolution processes as needed

Compliance, Policies & HR Operations

• Ensure compliance with required trainings, licensure/certifications, background checks
• Maintain HR policies/handbook acknowledgements and documentation
• Coordinate benefits administration and liaise with vendors (as applicable)
• Partner with payroll to ensure accurate staffing changes and timekeeping support

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree (HR, Business, or related field preferred)
• 4+ years HR experience (school/mission-driven org preferred)
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, documentation, and best practices
• Excellent communication, organization, and discretion

Preferred

• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR (or actively pursuing)
• Experience with HRIS/ATS systems and benefits administration
• Experience supporting leadership teams in fast-paced environments