Interim Human Resources (HR) Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys bringing structure, organization, and process improvements to an HR department? Robert Half is partnering with a respected local educational institution to identify an accomplished Interim Senior HR Generalist/HR Manager to provide leadership and stability during a departmental transition.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys building infrastructure, strengthening compliance, and improving HR operations while supporting employees and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current HR processes and implement best practices to improve efficiency and organization.
• Review, update, and modernize the employee handbook to ensure compliance with current employment laws and organizational policies.
• Develop, revise, and document HR policies, procedures, and standard operating processes.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to the HR team, ensuring day-to-day operations run effectively.
• Ensure all required federal, state, and regulatory HR reporting is completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee employee benefits administration, including enrollments, life events, and employee communications.
• Serve as a trusted resource to leadership and employees on HR policies, employee relations, and compliance matters.
• Partner with department leaders on employee relations, performance management, and workplace concerns.
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding activities as needed.
• Evaluate existing HR workflows and recommend process improvements that create long-term operational efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, institutional policies, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with strong generalist knowledge.
• Previous experience leading or managing HR operations preferred.
• Demonstrated experience updating employee handbooks, developing HR policies, and improving departmental processes.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance, benefits administration, and employee relations.
• Experience ensuring timely completion of regulatory reporting and HR compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to quickly assess organizational needs and implement practical solutions.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ideal Candidate

We're seeking a seasoned HR professional who is both strategic and hands-on. The ideal candidate enjoys creating structure where needed, developing sustainable HR processes, mentoring HR staff, and partnering with leadership to strengthen the overall HR function. This individual will be comfortable stepping into an established organization, identifying opportunities for improvement, and leaving the department in a stronger position for long-term success.

• At least 5 years of progressive human resources experience, including broad exposure to core HR generalist responsibilities.
• Demonstrated success leading or overseeing HR operations in a hands-on, detail-oriented environment.
• Strong working knowledge of employee relations, benefits administration, onboarding, and HR compliance requirements.
• Experience updating employee handbooks and developing policies, procedures, or process documentation.
• Familiarity with federal and state employment laws and the ability to apply them in day-to-day HR decisions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to build trust across multiple levels of an organization.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.