Contract HR Manager

Job Opportunity: Contract HR Manager with Huckleberry House in Columbus OH

Are you a strategic HR professional who enjoys balancing big-picture planning with hands-on execution Do you thrive in a role where you can influence organizational culture support leadership and oversee the full employee lifecycle If so wed love to hear from you!

As the Contract Human Resources Manager you will provide strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of the organizations human resources function. This role serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and is responsible for ensuring effective HR programs and practices across recruitment benefits compensation employee relations performance management compliance and workforce planning.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Lead and manage HR programs that align with organizational objectives and employment law requirements.
• Partner with executive leadership on workforce planning succession planning and organizational development initiatives.
• Oversee recruitment hiring onboarding and employee transition processes.
• Advise managers on hiring decisions employee classifications compensation and performance matters.
• Manage employee benefits programs including vendor relationships open enrollment retirement plan administration and compliance.
• Oversee performance management processes including evaluations corrective action and performance improvement plans.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations issues policy interpretation and workplace concerns.
• Conduct exit interviews analyze employee feedback trends and recommend improvements to leadership.
• Oversee payroll administration and ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations.
• Develop update and maintain HR policies procedures and employee handbook content.
• Ensure accurate and confidential maintenance of HR records and HRIS systems.
• Manage HR vendors and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Lead special projects and committees including employee recognition and engagement initiatives.

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Payroll Experience with Paylocity strongly preferred.
• Progressive human resources experience with strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience administering HR programs across the full employee lifecycle.
• Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and manage complex HR matters.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP PHR or SPHR) preferred.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the employee experience and supporting the organizations long-term success. You will have the opportunity to influence strategy drive meaningful HR initiatives and partner closely with leadership in a highly visible role.

If you are ready to make an impact and meet the qualifications outlined above we encourage you to apply online today!

EOE/M/F/D/V. No third-party applications please.

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Required Experience:

Manager