Human Resources Manager - Private Security Industry
Position Overview
Citadel Security USA is seeking an experienced Human Resources Operations Manager to support and oversee critical HR functions across a multi-state workforce. This position serves as a key resource for compliance administration, employee relations, benefits management, HR systems oversight, and HR team leadership.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Human Resources to help ensure employment practices remain compliant, employee programs operate effectively, and HR processes are executed accurately throughout the organization.
This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys balancing compliance responsibilities, employee support, process improvement, and team leadership within a fast-paced operational environment.
Primary Areas of Responsibility
Employment Compliance & Regulatory Administration
- Support multi-state HR compliance initiatives and regulatory programs
- Administer Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Colorado FAMLI leave processes
- Maintain leave documentation, eligibility records, certifications, and compliance tracking
- Cook ADA accommodation documentation and interactive process requirements
- Monitor ACA measurement periods, eligibility tracking, and benefits compliance activities
- Maintain OSHA recordkeeping documentation, including OSHA 300 and OSHA 300A requirements
- Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations
- Ensure personnel records and compliance documentation are maintained according to retention standards
Employee Relations & Workplace Investigations
- Serve as a primary HR resource for employee relations concerns involving field personnel
- Conduct workplace investigations and prepare thorough documentation of findings
- Provide guidance regarding performance management, coaching, and corrective action processes
- Aid managers with Records of Conversation, Performance Improvement Plans, and disciplinary documentation
- Promote fair and consistent application of company policies
Administration Benefits
- Manage day-to-day administration of company-sponsored benefits programs
- Oversee eligibility tracking for medical, dental, vision, and supplemental plans
- Support ICHRA program administration and employee participation processes
- Coordinate with brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party vendors
- Resolve employee benefits questions and escalation issues
- Reconcile carrier invoices and payroll deductions for accuracy
- Celebrate annual open enrollment communications and enrollment activities
HR Systems & Data Management
- Maintain employee records and data integrity within the HRIS platform
- Support Paycor administration, workflow configuration, and reporting functions
- Perform regular audits to ensure system accuracy and compliance
- Maintain onboarding, eligibility, and compliance workflows
- Maintain driver qualification and Motor Vehicle Record tracking processes
- Generate reports and analytics supporting operational and compliance initiatives
HR Team Leadership
- Provide daily direction and support to HR Generalists
- Assign workloads and monitor completion of HR administrative functions
- Review work product for accuracy, quality, and compliance
- Support professional development and training of HR staff
- Establish performance expectations and accountability standards
- Assist with process improvement initiatives across the HR department
Workforce Administration
- Oversee onboarding and employment processing activities
- Support manager-level onboarding and employment changes
- Ensure timely completion of employee record updates and personnel actions
- Maintain compliance related to background screenings, employment authorizations, and hiring documentation
- Support termination administration and employment separation processes
Audits & Reporting
- Conduct routine compliance reviews and internal audits
- Verify completeness of personnel records and employment documentation
- Audit leave records, certification files, benefits eligibility, and onboarding documentation
- Support EEO-1 reporting preparation and validation activities
- Maintain audit readiness across HR operational functions
- Prepare compliance reports and operational summaries as requested
Workers' Compensation Administration
- Coordinate workers' compensation claim intake and documentation
- Maintain claim records and supporting documentation
- Communicate with carriers, vendors, and internal stakeholders
- Track claim status updates and required follow-up activities
- Absorb documentation audits and compliance reviews
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Minimum age of 21 years
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field preferred
Equivalent combination of education and progressive HR experience may be considered
Five (5) or more years of Human Resources experience
Previous experience managing HR compliance programs and employee relations matters
Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading HR staff
Experience administering leave programs, benefits operations, and compliance processes
Experience working with HRIS platforms such as Paycor or similar systems
Strong written communication, documentation, and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally
Successful completion of a background investigation
Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications
SHRM-CP, PHR, or comparable HR certification
Experience supporting multi-state workforces
Knowledge of ACA, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA, Colorado FAMLI, and related employment regulations
Experience coordinating with insurance carriers, brokers, and benefits vendors
Prior experience supporting operations-driven or distributed workforces
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Employment law and compliance administration
HR operations management
Employee relations and workplace investigations
Benefits administration and vendor management
HRIS reporting and data governance
Staff coaching and performance management
Policy interpretation and implementation
Audit preparation and documentation control
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, including Excel and Teams