Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager
Bricolage Academy | New Orleans, LA

Bricolage Academy is seeking a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Manager to lead and strengthen our people operations in alignment with our mission, values, and commitment to equity. This role is critical to ensuring that our human capital systems are effective, compliant, and centered on employee growth, satisfaction, and organizational excellence.

The Human Resources Manager serves as a key member of the school's leadership team and reports directly to the CEO. This leader will oversee all aspects of human resources, from onboarding and benefits administration to compliance, payroll, and employee relations, while cultivating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Support & Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to benefits, pay, policies, and employment matters
• Design and facilitate a comprehensive, culturally responsive annual new-hire orientation
• Support employee development and enhance job satisfaction through responsive HR practices

Benefits, Payroll & Compliance

• Administer all employee benefits, including health, life/disability, 403(b), pension, and unemployment insurance
• Provide training to faculty and staff to ensure understanding and effective use of benefit offerings
• Evaluate benefits packages and recommend enhancements aligned to employee needs and organizational capacity
• Manage payroll processes and attendance systems
• Oversee all labor and employment compliance matters, collaborating with legal counsel as needed
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and reporting requirements (including PEP)

Systems, Policy & Workforce Planning

• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HR systems
• Forecast staffing needs and support workforce planning efforts
• Manage educator certification processes
• Communicate policy updates clearly and ensure consistent implementation
• Annually review the Staff Handbook and recommend revisions to the CEO
• Design and maintain accountability structures that promote fairness, transparency, and consistency

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a nonprofit or education setting
• Demonstrated success training and leading teams of adults
• Strong working knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and HR best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity
• Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with budget management and HR systems
• Advanced computer literacy
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Why Bricolage Academy?

At Bricolage, we believe people are our greatest asset. This role offers the opportunity to shape systems, culture, and experiences that directly impact staff well-being and student success, while contributing to a mission-driven organization committed to equity and innovation.