Human Resources Manager

Division/Department: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad/Human Resources
Reports To: General Manager
Position Type: Exempt / Salaried
Classification: Regular/Full Time
Compensation: $70,000 – $90,000

Benefits Offered: Regular classified employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision plan with a portion of the premiums paid for by American Heritage Railways. Employer-funded HSA (for qualified employees), company-funded Life AD&D insurance and Voluntary Life (premiums paid for by the employee), generous PTO plan, 401K plan with company-match, company provided Employee Assistance Program.

Job Summary: The Human Resources Manager is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resource function for the D&SNGRR and D&S Bus Company including recruitment, employee relations, compliance and workforce support for both seasonal and year-round employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure recruitment of qualified employees while anticipating both seasonal and full-time business needs
• Work with department managers to improve the hiring process by providing training on candidate review, interview process and selection
• Accurately produce and process all employment related paperwork utilizing the company HRIS
• Assist in the preparation and submission of payroll to the Accounting department
• Manage all steps of the hiring process i.e., criminal history checks, MVR, PCE, drug testing, e-verify, etc., and off-boarding process, i.e., payroll, exit interview, benefit termination, company property return, etc.
• Oversee the creation and execution of new employee orientation
• Maintain current Company Employee Handbook and policies in conjunction with the AHR HR Department
• Oversee and manage the company’s Workers Compensation program for the D&S Bus Company. In conjunction with AHR assist with DSNGRR workplace injury/illness program including incident reporting, , directing care to designated providers, maintain files, implementing modified work assignments, and implementing incident reduction programs
• Assist with implementation and management of safety and risk management programs and processes
• Mediate and resolve employee relation issues, conduct thorough and objective investigations as needed and make disciplinary action recommendations when appropriate
• Provide resources and support to company managers for disciplinary action and maintain thorough documentation of performance issues
• Coordinate with legal department/outside counsel on appropriate issues
• Create and maintain accurate functional job descriptions for each position within the company
• Coordinate/Monitor performance evaluation programs making suggestions for revisions as needed
• Conduct annual salary surveys, analyze compensation and maintain salary range determinations
• Stay up to date on employment law changes with emphasis on state and local legislation
• Coordinate and provide assistance when needed to department managers for employee training
• Assist with administration and communication regarding employee benefits in conjunction with the AHR HR Department and AHR Benefits Team
• Lead company managers in actively monitoring and seeking to improve employee engagement, improving workplace relationships, and improving company communication with a goal to be an employer of choice
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Administration or related field, OR 5+ years comparable professional experience required
• 3+ years in HR management
• PHR/SHRM-CP/SCP preferred
• Experience with Paycom or similar HRIS a plus
• Strong analytic thinker with a passion for process improvement
• Use of excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a variety of personalities

Working Environment

• Primarily office-based with regular time in operational areas
• Occasional domestic travel