Human Resources Manager

About the role

We are seeking an organized, proactive, and service-oriented HR Manager to lead the day-to-day operational side of Human Resources at StudentNest.

Responsibilities

• HR Operations & Process Ownership
• Serve as the primary owner of day-to-day HR operations and administrative workflows.
• Maintain employee records, HRIS data, personnel files, and employment documentation.
• Ensure HR processes are executed accurately, efficiently, and consistently across the organization.
• Maintain and improve HR systems, workflows, forms, reporting, and administrative processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, organization, and employee experience.
• Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
• Manage and administer the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Coordinate recruitment activities including job postings, candidate communication, interview scheduling, and hiring logistics.
• Develop sourcing strategies and recruiting pipelines to attract qualified candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to support efficient and successful hiring processes.
• Onboarding & Employee Experience
• Career onboarding
• Support employee engagement, communication, and recognition initiatives.
• Serve as a responsive resource for employees and managers regarding HR-related questions and processes.
• Payroll & Timekeeping Coordination
• Career onboarding
• Support employee status changes, compensation updates, onboarding entries, and separation documentation.
• Monitor payroll-related processes and assist with audits, reporting, and discrepancy resolution.
• HR Partnership & Employee Support
• Serve as the primary internal point of contact for routine HR operational matters.
• Partner closely with SinglePoint Outsourcing on leave administration, accommodations, compliance matters, employee relations concerns, investigations, and employment law guidance.
• Support leaders by ensuring HR processes and employee-related activities are completed accurately and on time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including recruiting, employee relations, onboarding, and HR operations.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to build positive working relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects, processes, and outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing HR operations, ATS, onboarding, recruiting coordination, HRIS administration, employee records, and payroll/timekeeping support.
• Experience supporting multi-site and/or multi-state operations.
• Experience partnering with outsourced HR providers, PEOs, or external HR consultants.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, aPHR, or similar HR certification.