Human Resources Manager

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an experienced Human Resources Manager on behalf of a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Austin, TX. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on HR professional to oversee essential human resources functions, support employees, and contribute to an organization dedicated to advocating for children and families. This is a full‑time, onsite contract opportunity expected to last 6–8 weeks, with potential for permanent conversion. The ideal candidate is an adaptable, approachable HR professional who can step into a fast‑paced environment, independently manage essential HR functions, and provide immediate support with payroll, benefits administration, and the upcoming open enrollment period.

PERKS

• Competitive compensation of $28.85 per hour.
• Contract opportunity with potential for permanent conversion.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a mission‑driven nonprofit.
• Collaborative, employee‑focused work environment.
• Employer‑provided equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage daily human resources operations, including employee inquiries, personnel records, HR administration, and compliance with applicable employment laws.
• Administer employee benefits, coordinate with insurance providers and brokers, and support the upcoming annual benefits open enrollment process.
• Process and oversee accurate, timely payroll using Paycom, including payroll reporting, employee changes, and related inquiries.
• Coordinate recruitment, hiring, onboarding, background checks, and new employee orientations while maintaining accurate employee documentation.
• Support employee relations, performance evaluations, leave administration, and compliance with FMLA and organizational policies.
• Partner with leadership to improve HR processes, maintain confidentiality, and support organizational initiatives and special projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years of hands‑on human resources experience, including direct responsibility for payroll and benefits administration.
• Experience coordinating or supporting employee benefits open enrollment; familiarity with Paycom strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of HR compliance, employee onboarding, leave administration, employee relations, and applicable employment regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to respond to employee questions professionally, patiently, and confidentially.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to independently manage competing priorities, adapt quickly, and contribute immediately in a fast‑paced environment.

SCHEDULE & LOCATION

Location: Austin, TX – Fully onsite

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Employment Type: Full‑time contract, approximately 6–8 weeks, with potential for permanent conversion.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class.

We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records.

We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non‑biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.