Head of Recruiting & HR

HR Manager (Contract-to-Hire) Fully Remote Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Contract Pay Rate: $36-$40/hour Permanent Salary: $80,000-$85,000 annually Our nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to support all aspects of Human Resources in a fully remote environment. This contract-to-hire opportunity is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats and can effectively manage payroll, employee relations, leave administration, recruiting support, HR operations, and process improvement initiatives. The HR Manager will serve as a key resource for employees and leadership, ensuring HR programs, policies, and procedures are administered effectively across multiple states while helping to build and improve scalable HR processes. Payroll Administration Manage and process payroll accurately and on time. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Coordinate payroll-related audits, reporting, and reconciliations. Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries. Leave & Absence Management HR Operations Oversee day-to-day HR activities and employee support. Maintain employee records and HR documentation. Support policy administration and compliance initiatives. Recruiting Support Partner with hiring managers throughout the recruitment process. Support workforce planning and hiring initiatives. HR Projects & Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and efficiencies. Develop and implement HR procedures, workflows, and best practices. Support HR initiatives, system implementations, and organizational projects. Assist with employee engagement and retention efforts. Multi-State HR Administration Support employee relations and HR policy interpretation. Monitor regulatory changes and recommend policy updates. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. ~5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience. ~ Strong experience with payroll processing and leave administration. ~ Knowledge of multi-state employment laws and HR compliance. ~ Experience supporting recruiting and talent acquisition efforts. ~ Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems. ~ Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment. HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) preferred. Experience leading HR process improvement initiatives and special projects. A hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day HR execution. Contract Pay: $36-$40/hour Permanent Salary: $80,000-$85,000 annually Fully Remote Opportunity Contract-to-Hire Position with long-term growth potential Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: •