Human Resources Manager jobs in District of Columbia

Human Resources Manager develops human resources policies and programs and directs the staff in managing and implementing programs that support employee engagement, productivity, and company objectives. Manages key HR functions, including recruiting, employee/labor relations, health and safety, compensation, benefits, training, diversity, payroll, and employee records. Being a Human Resources Manager develops and delivers internal staff communications. Evaluates, selects, and manages relationships with vendors to provide supplemental HR processes and services. Additionally, Human Resources Manager maintains employee records of pay, benefits, accidents, performance, and other activities and files reporting required to comply with labor laws and regulations. Collaborates with leadership on special projects. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Human Resources Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Human Resources Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Senior Manager, Human Resources
  • Rights and Resources Initiative
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • About Rights And Resources Initiative

    The Rights and Resources Initiative (RRI) is a global coalition of over 150 organizations dedicated to advancing the forest, land, and resource rights of Indigenous Peoples, local communities, Afro-descendant Peoples, and in particular the women within these groups. RRI's members capitalize on each other's strengths, expertise, and geographic reach to achieve solutions more effectively and efficiently. RRI leverages the power of its global coalition to amplify the voices of local peoples and proactively engage governments, multilateral institutions, and private sector actors to adopt institutional and market reforms that support the realization of rights.

    If you are passionate about working with Indigenous Peoples, local communities, and Afro-descendant Peoples in the Global South to strengthen their rights, development, and environmental efforts, this could be the place for you. For more information, check out our current openings.

    People of color, people from Indigenous and local communities, women, and LGBTQ persons are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Senior Manager, Human Resources

    As the Senior Manager of Human Resources, you will lead and oversee comprehensive HR functions including strategic recruitment, employee onboarding, performance evaluations, policy development, and staff development programs. This position requires a proactive approach to maintaining and enhancing organizational culture and effectiveness, ensuring all HR operations align with the strategic objectives of the Rights and Resources Initiative.

    This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer. This is a full-time position based in Washington DC, with the option of telework 2 days per week (Mondays and Fridays).

    Applications will be accepted immediately and interviews conducted on a rolling basis.

    • Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:
    • Collaborate with department heads to develop and refine job descriptions and recruitment materials
    • Manage job postings on platforms like Workable and other relevant job boards
    • Guide teams on candidate review processes and best practices for using recruitment tools
    • Coordinate the interview process, including preparation of interview questions, scheduling, and post-interview evaluations
    • Conduct reference and background checks, and prepare offer letters and communications with selected candidates
    • Work with President COO, and Senior Management Team on workforce planning to ensure organizational staffing structures are adequate to meet current and future work demands.
    • Onboarding:
    • Refine onboarding templates and processes to ensure new hires receive all necessary information and resources
    • Coordinate with IT and other departments to ensure proper setup for new staff
    • Organize initial meetings and integrate new employees with their teams
    • Review and explain organizational policies (e.g., expense policies, time off) and ensure new staff understand work hours, communication channels, and filing systems
    • Performance Management:
    • Update and manage the performance evaluation process and templates
    • Set timelines for evaluations and goal setting for the new year, ensuring timely completion and follow-up
    • Update job descriptions post-promotion or as organizational needs evolve
    • Policy Development and Compliance:
    • Regularly update the employee handbook and organizational policies, ensuring compliance with laws in all operational jurisdictions, including coordination with legal advisors in the US and Canada
    • Proactively modify policies as requested by management or in response to legal and operational changes
    • Learning and Development:
    • Organize regular educational sessions ('brown bags') and coordinate discussions on individual and organizational training needs
    • Support the development and review of personal goals for staff, particularly during the first 90 days of employment
    • Plan and execute staff-wide training on topics such as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and other relevant subjects
    • Schedule regular staff meetings to ensure ongoing communication and team cohesion
    • Employee Relations and Morale:
    • Address employee demands, grievances, and other HR issues sensitively and efficiently
    • Serve as a primary emergency contact for staff, including during international business travels
    • Ensure a safe and positive work environment for all employees
    • Coordinate biannual staff social outings.
    • Payroll and Benefits Administration:
    • Lead preparation of biweekly US and Canada payroll and outsourced global payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
    • Manage benefits contracts negotiations and ongoing benefits administration; assess equitability of benefits between jurisdictions and make recommendations to mitigate inequities
    • Reconcile payroll and benefits records monthly, quarterly, and annually with transactions recorded in the institution's accounting system
    • Work with President and COO to oversee periodic salary and benefit reviews
    • Legal and Regulatory Oversight:
    • Ensure that personnel-related tax and other required filings are timely made in all jurisdictions where RRG has personnel
    • Monitor changes to legal requirements in all relevant employment jurisdictions and review RRG policies proactively to ensure compliance
    • Respond to allegations of discrimination, wrongful dismissal, harassment, and other illegal behavior; obtain external legal advice when appropriate


    Essential Qualifications:

    The successful applicant will possess:

    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., SHRM) preferred
    • At least 7 years of experience in human resources with a proven track record in a senior managerial role, ideally within a multinational non-profit organization
    • Exceptional interpersonal skills; works effectively, respectfully, and inclusively with people from different cultural backgrounds and with different perspectives
    • Fluent in English; additional language skills, especially French or Spanish, are a plus


    Salary: 90,000-100,000 USD per year with excellent benefits

    Benefits

    Rights and Resources Group recognizes the value of benefits to employees and their families. We take great pride in offering our dedicated and committed employees a competitive benefits package. Our comprehensive benefit programs provide you with a reliable, effective, and affordable array of choices that will meet your needs and those of your family.

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance; dependents and domestic partners eligible
    • 100% coverage of employee premiums for the following: short-term/long-term disability insurance, life insurance, travel insurance, and the employee assistant program
    • If eligible, 401(k) retirement plan with company match
    • 25 days of PTO annually, in addition to paid holidays
    • Flextime, teleworking, and work from home options
    • Tuition reimbursement up to $1,500 per year after 1 full year of employment
    • Dynamic growth opportunities with merit-based promotion philosophy

    Rights and Resources Group (RRG) is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the organization and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, RRG makes all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, matriculation or any other category protected by applicable law.
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Senior Manager, Human Resources
  • Rights and Resources Group
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • About Rights and Resources InitiativeThe Rights and Resources Initiative (RRI) is a global coalition of over 150 organizations dedicated to advancing the forest, land, and resource rights of Indigenou...
  • 9 Days Ago

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HUMAN RESOURCES ASST (TYPING)
  • DC Department of Human Resources
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job SummaryThe incumbent of this position serves as a Human Resources Assistant (Typing) for the Department of Behavioral Health/Administrative Operations Administration. Responsible for performing as...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Project Manager
  • DC Department of Human Resources
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • When you become a member of Team DHCF (Department of Health Care Finance), the state Medicaid agency for the District of Columbia, you join our "Mission Possible!" We work every day, in concert with v...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Creative Economy Manager
  • DC Department of Human Resources
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job SummaryThis position’s work involves managing and supervising the delivery of a wide range of services to support and enhance the creative economy of the District of Columbia. The employee is reli...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Human Resources Specialist (Human Resource Development)
  • US Army Civilian Human Resources Agency
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • About the Position: Training and Career Program development are major goals for DHA and this team within the Center of Excellence (CoE) will support those goals, both for planning and administrative s...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Human Resources Manager
  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Charlotte Metro, NC
  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure a genuine safety culture that fosters employee well-being through engagemen...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manager
  • First Solar
  • Trinity, AL
  • Human Resources Manager The Human Resources Manager performs management-level strategic human resources related duties f...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resource Manager
  • ALIGN Executive Search
  • Tustin, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Temp to Hire ASAP Start. (pay around $43.00) Payroll for up to 500 employees This positi...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manager
  • Monterey Tides
  • Monterey, CA
  • Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management compa...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resource Manager
  • Aramark
  • West Burlington, IA
  • Job Description Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an Human Resources Manager for Great River Health Hospital located in Wes...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manager
  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Watertown, NY
  • ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure a genuine safety culture that fosters employee well-being through engagemen...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Human Resources Manager
  • Royalton Park Avenue
  • New York, NY
  • Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management compa...
  • 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Human Resources Manager
  • BlueTriton Brands
  • Cabazon, CA
  • BlueTriton is a leading provider of spring and purified water products - the name behind your favorite bottled water bra...
  • 5/2/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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