Human Resources Manager

Human Resources ManagerSoutheast Enterprises ("Southeast") is seeking a versatile, highly organized, and proactive HR Manager to lead and manage our entire HR function. The HR Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle of employee operations. This position balances daily tactical administration with specialized compliance, advocacy, and strategic support. You will act as the sole point of contact for all HR-related matters, ensuring compliance, driving recruiting and performance management, administering payroll/benefits, and fostering a positive company culture. This position is part of the leadership team and collaborates across departments. Southeast offers full-time employment to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), and as an extended employment provider (sheltered workshop), the HR function is more complex than in a standard non-profit because it operates at the intersection of manufacturing, federal labor regulations, and social services. The HR Manager must oversee HR operations, compliance, and culture through several specific lenses.Key Responsibilities (core duties)Talent Acquisition & Onboarding Manage recruitment lifecycle, including writing job descriptions, posting ads, screening resumes, and conducting initial interviewsDesign and facilitate onboarding experience for administrative, production, and support staff, including coordinating background checks, completing I-9 and other documentation requirements, and coordinating accessible onboarding processes for employees with I/DDOversee performance review processes and guide supervisors through staff performance evaluations and assist in creating constructive development or improvement plansCompensation, Payroll & Benefits Review job descriptions and conduct regular salary benchmarking and industry market analysis to establish and update formal pay bands to support recruitment and retention of staffOversee payroll processing via Paycor, ensuring accuracy in hours, deductions, and other payroll-related paymentsManage annual open enrollment, day-to-day benefits and leaves inquires, and act as a primary point of contact with insurance brokersHR Strategy & Compliance Maintain and update employee and staff handbooks, ensuring policies are clearly communicated and accessibleMaintain complete and accurate HR compliance records, including training records and reporting requirementsOversee specialized wage and labor compliance, including section 14(c) compliance, and maintain a working understanding of time-and-motion studies and operational proficiency of specialized softwareCollaborate with supervisors to implement OSHA safety standards and ensure adaptive workplace accommodations are consistently provided and documentedEmployee Relations & Culture Serve as a trusted, patient, and accessible resource for both regular staff and associates to resolve conflicts, clarify policies, and address grievancesDrive and reinforce company culture through mission, values, and vital behaviorsPlans and implements employee appreciation and recognition programmingJob QualificationsEducation/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Social Work, Healthcare Administration, or related field, plus 7+ years of progressive HR experienceSoft Skills: high emotional intelligence, extreme attention to detail and sensitive information, highly trustworthy with a passion for disability and advocacyPreferred qualifications: previous work experience with Paycor payroll system and full functionalitystrong familiarity with FLSA Section 14(c), WIOA, ADA, Missouri DESE EESW guidelines (highly preferred)Member of SHRM (highly preferred)Additional Position Information:Position Reports to: Chief Executive OfficerCompensation: based on experience (low $70s to mid $80s)Status: Full Time, ExemptStaff Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (this position requires additional/irregular hours, including some weekend work)Workshop Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (work hours for individuals with I/DD)Location: Kansas City, MOEnvironment: ability to split time between a quiet office and a loud, active light-manufacturing temperature-controlled warehouseWill need to successfully pass background check and drug screeningBenefits:100% company paid medical coverage and life insurance with supplemental insurance available for employeesPaid Time Off: 10 holidays, vacation (80 – 160 hours depending on tenure), 80 hours sick time, and 16 hours personal timeImmediate eligibility for retirement plan and retirement plan company match after one full year of employmentCompany Training provided for: CPR and First AidGentle-teaching approach to better serve the individuals SE employs/supportsAbuse and NeglectSeizure First AidOSHA Safety trainingProfessional DevelopmentTo apply: Qualified candidates may send their resume to View email address on click.appcast.io - Southeast is an equal opportunity employer. Southeast does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, age, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, or military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law with respect to employment-related decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, work assignment, training, compensation, promotion, corrective action (including termination), evaluation and all other terms and conditions of employment.