Human Resources Manager

Human Resources ManagerTrueline is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join a growing real estate and property management organization based in Stockton, CA.This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, employees and day-to-day operations. The HR Manager will partner directly with executive leadership while overseeing employee relations, compliance, performance management and the continued development of HR processes and programs.The organization has experienced significant growth, so they're looking for someone who can bring structure, identify gaps and implement practical solutions while remaining approachable and connected to employees.What You'll DoServe as a trusted HR partner to executive leadership and managersLead employee relations, investigations, corrective action and performance managementCoach managers through employee issues, documentation and difficult conversationsMaintain compliance with California employment laws and evolving regulatory requirementsReview and strengthen HR policies, procedures and SOPsManage recruiting, onboarding and other employee lifecycle processesOversee benefits, leaves of absence and workers' compensationPartner closely with Finance and Payroll on employee and payroll-related mattersSupport HRIS administration, reporting and process improvementsMentor and develop existing HR staffHelp strengthen culture, communication and consistency across a growing multi-location organizationProactively identify HR gaps and recommend and implement solutionsWhat We're Looking For7+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR management or leadership responsibilityStrong hands-on experience with employee relations and workplace investigationsSolid knowledge of California employment law and HR complianceExperience coaching managers and partnering with senior leadershipDemonstrated ability to build, improve or clean up HR policies, processes and infrastructureBroad HR generalist experience across performance management, recruiting, benefits, leaves, workers' compensation and HRISWorking knowledge of payroll and experience partnering with payroll/financeExperience mentoring or developing HR team membersStrong judgment and ability to confidently navigate sensitive employee mattersComfortable balancing leadership responsibilities with hands-on HR executionApproachable, collaborative and able to build trust across all levels of an organizationSHRM or HRCI certification preferredWhat Will Make You SuccessfulThe strongest candidate will be someone who has already owned an HR function or operated as a strong #2 within one and is ready to take greater ownership.You won't be walking into a perfectly finished HR department. This opportunity is best suited for someone who enjoys evaluating what's already in place, identifying what can be improved and then taking the initiative to make those improvements happen.Just as importantly, this organization values someone who can build strong relationships. You should be able to establish credibility with executives while remaining visible, accessible and trusted by employees.Why This OpportunityYou'll have direct exposure to executive leadership and the ability to make a noticeable impact on a growing organization. Rather than simply maintaining established processes, you'll have an opportunity to strengthen the HR function, develop the existing team and help build the infrastructure needed for continued growth.Compensation: $120,000–$135,000, depending on experience. Location: Stockton, CA (this position is 100% onsite)