Head of Employee Relations & HR Compliance

We champion trauma-informed, evidence-based care for children and families, and it all begins with empowering our team. Through expert training and unwavering compliance, we ensure our staff are equipped to deliver the kind of support that makes a lifelong difference.

The Human Resources Manager is a department of one, blending day-to-day execution with long-term strategy to oversee the full scope of HR functions. This role is deeply involved in every aspect of the employee lifecycle, from recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations to benefits administration, payroll back-up, and exit processes, while also shaping systems and practices that strengthen the employee experience. Working closely with leadership and managers, the Human Resources Manager ensures that EverForward’s HR operations are not only efficient and consistent, but also aligned with the organization’s mission and future growth.

As the Human Resources Manager, you’re a vital member of the leadership team, working alongside the CEO/President, program managers, and staff to build a compliant, supportive, and people-centered workplace. Your role ensures that EverForward has the HR systems, processes, and guidance needed to attract, support, and retain the dedicated team who make our mission possible.

Initiating and maintain DCF standard level II background checks for all employees, as well as local and civil background checks.

Managing full-cycle recruitment, from job postings and candidate sourcing to interviews, background checks, offers, and onboarding.

Serving as a payroll back-up, ensuring timely and accurate processing when needed.

Managing employee relations, providing guidance and support to managers and staff on performance, conduct, and conflict resolution.

Ensuring HR compliance, including maintaining personnel files, managing FMLA/leave of absence processes, and staying current on federal, state, and local employment laws.

Leading onboarding and orientation to ensure a welcoming and consistent new hire experience.

Managing offboarding, including exit interviews, final pay, benefits termination, and compliance documentation.

Acting as a resource and advisor to leadership on HR best practices, workforce planning, and employee engagement.

Maintaining HR systems, policies, and procedures to support efficiency and consistency.

Leading training initiatives on compliance, workplace practices, and organizational policies.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s degree and/or HR certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) preferred.

5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or sole HR role.

Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations.

Strong working knowledge of HR compliance, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and other employment regulations.

Experience with payroll systems; ability to serve as payroll back-up in partnership with Finance.

Hands‑on experience with background checks, exit processes, and HRIS management.

Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment law.

Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Proactive problem solver who thrives in both strategic and hands‑on work.

Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, multi‑site environment.

Commitment to supporting a culture of empathy, inclusivity, and accountability.

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