HR Manager

About the role

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Human Resources Manager on behalf of a respected independent educational organization in San Francisco. This is an excellent full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a collaborative, mission-driven team during a critical period, with the potential to transition into a permanent position.

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Operations, the Human Resources Manager will oversee a broad range of HR functions, including employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, HRIS management, compliance, performance support, and general HR operations. The successful candidate will serve as the primary HR resource for employees, ensuring an exceptional employee experience while maintaining compliance with California employment laws and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Human Resources operations and serve as the primary HR contact for employees.
• Administer the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, orientation, and employee documentation.
• Respond to employee questions regarding policies, benefits, leaves, payroll coordination, and HR procedures.
• Administer employee benefits, enrollments, qualifying life events, and annual open enrollment.
• Maintain and manage HRIS records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ensure compliance with California employment laws, labor regulations, and organizational policies.
• Partner with leadership on employee relations matters, performance management, and HR best practices.
• Maintain personnel files, employment records, and required compliance documentation.
• Support recruitment, background checks, new hire paperwork, and onboarding logistics as needed.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, policy updates, and process improvements.
• Foster a welcoming, service-oriented HR experience for faculty, staff, and the broader school community.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of full-cycle Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting all areas of HR, including onboarding, benefits, HRIS administration, compliance, employee relations, and HR operations.
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance.
• Experience utilizing HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Positive, approachable personality with exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting schools, nonprofit organizations, or mission-driven environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification is a plus.

Benefits

• $110,000 annual salary
• Comprehensive benefits package