HR Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Town of Capitol Heights is seeking an experienced and motivated Part-Time Human Resources Manager to oversee and manage the daily operations of the Town’s Human Resources function. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong initiative, sound judgment, and a passion for building effective HR processes while supporting leadership and employees.

The Human Resources Manager will provide hands-on HR support across employee relations, benefits, compliance, performance management, and HR systems. The position works closely with Town leadership and serves as a trusted advisor to supervisors and employees

Human Resources Operations

• Manage the daily functions of the HR department, ensuring timely and accurate responses to HR-related inquiries.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Manage HRIS updates, ensuring accuracy and timely processing of employee data.
• Prepare and maintain personnel files, I-9s, medical records, and other required documentation.
• Assist with benefits administration and annual open enrollment, including employee communications, vendors, and plan support.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Provide guidance to supervisors on performance management, coaching, counseling, disciplinary actions, and career development.
• Address and resolve employee relations matters promptly and professionally, escalating issues when necessary.
• Support the performance review process and ensure appropriate feedback and documentation.
• Assist employees with the interpretation of HR policies and procedures, including the employee handbook.

Staffing, Onboarding & Offboarding

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including exit interviews and analysis of trends.
• Support recruitment activities and candidate inquiries as needed.
• Manage reference checks and employment verifications.

Training, Development & Culture

• Identify professional development and training opportunities to support employee growth.
• Support initiatives that promote employee engagement, morale, and retention.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful workplace culture.
• Assist with planning employee recognition and engagement activities.

Compliance & Reporting

• Remain current on employment laws and regulations impacting municipal government.
• Respond to inquiries from local, state, and federal agencies as required.
• Prepare HR metrics, reports, and documentation as requested.
• Recommend updates to HR policies, procedures, and job descriptions.

Other Duties

• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience .
• Minimum two (2) years of leadership or supervisory experience .
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification such as SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP .
• Experience working in municipal government or the public sector.

Work Schedule & Environment

• Part-Time position
• Work is primarily performed in an office environment and requires standard office equipment use.
• Regular and punctual attendance is required.