Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager
Location: Waite Park, MN

WACOSA is dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to live full, independent, and meaningful lives. Through advocacy, support services, and community engagement, we strive to create inclusive environments where every individual is valued and respected.


Position Summary


We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and oversee all HR functions within our organization. This role is critical in fostering an inclusive, supportive, and compliant workplace aligned with our mission and values.


Pay: $70,866.00 - $81,402.76 per year


What We Offer:

• No Weekends
• No Holidays
• Great Full-Time Benefits
• Rapid Accrual of Paid Time Off
• Consistent Schedule
• Supportive Team Environment
• Free telehealth

Responsibilities of the Human Resources Manager:

• Oversee recruitment efforts for all exempt and non-exempt personnel; write and place advertisements; assure that the recruiting, hiring, and termination process follows WACOSAs procedures and all applicable state/federal regulations.
• Monitor and analyze staff turnover; report findings to Administrative Team and Board of Directors.
• Oversee the completion of the employee satisfaction survey and compile the results in a measurable format to be presented to the Board of Directors.
• Maintain ongoing communication with employees; respond to requests seeking benefit/policy guidance.
• Develop, recommend, and implement personnel policies and procedures; prepare and maintain employee handbook on policies and procedures.
• Perform benefit administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment; and annual reevaluation of policies for cost effectiveness.
• Act as Plan Administrator for the 401K Plan, health insurance plan, and other employee benefit plans as required; Complete required yearly audits.
• Maintain required data for OSHA compliance and post annual report.
• Oversee administration of worker compensation program.
• Provide direction for Safety Committee; take notes and follow up on recommendations, safety drills, etc.
• Develop, maintain and file Affirmative Action program; prepare and file EEO-1 Report annually; administer requests for Family Medical Leave.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation through professional affiliations, training sessions and research.
• Advise WACOSA management in Human Resource policies and matters, making or recommending appropriate decisions.
• Act as Compliance Officer through review, development, implementation, monitoring, documenting and reporting activities related to the WACOSA Compliance Program.

Qualifications and Skills for the Human Resources Manager:

• Bachelors degree in business or similar, combination of education and appropriate experience will be considered.
• Three years of HR Generalist experience with continued working knowledge and practical application of state/federal laws pertaining to Human Resources, safety and employee benefits.
• Well-rounded HR Generalist background.
• Must be willing to submit to a Motor Vehicle Check, Criminal Background Check, and Drug Scree (post offer).
• Need to have a valid drivers license and insurable driving record.
• PHR or SPHR preferred.

About WACOSA:


From a grassroots organization, WACOSA has grown dramatically over the years, serving over 650 adults with disabilities having one or more cognitive and/or physical challenges. WACOSA s services are provided at our five program locations, located in Waite Park, St. Cloud and Sauk Centre, MN.


Our programs provide a wide variety of personal life enrichment activities, employment and career options, and volunteering and community connection opportunities. The clients we serve help us develop an ever changing, wide ranging, menu of services that meet their individual goals, needs and dreams.


Our mission is to provide individuals with disabilities the opportunity to work and live in their community.


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