Employment Manager - Full-Time - Griffin, Georgia

United Bank Who We Are: United Bank offers exciting career opportunities and has a unique company mission and culture. We are an innovative and growing 120-year-old, $2.4 billion Community Bank, that proudly provides Signature Service to our customers, in 19 locations and 11 counties, throughout Middle Georgia. View Our Annual Magazine

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What We Offer

Career opportunities and growth . Competitive benefit package .

Benefits

paid employee health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid long-term disability insurance, paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with employer contributions, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with employer contributions, flexible spending account (FSA), wellness program, employee assistance program, vacation time, sick time, paid federal holidays, and other unique perks.

Flexibility Unique Culture Employment Manager Job Summary Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the Employment Manager oversees the Bank’s employment function, including talent acquisition, workforce planning, onboarding, employee retention, and employee relations. The position partners with management to attract and retain qualified employees, provide guidance on employment matters, and promote consistent employment practices in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Through sound judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and collaboration, the Employment Manager supports the Bank’s strategic objectives and commitment to its core values. General Description/Duties Develop, implement, and evaluate employment strategies, policies, and procedures to support recruitment, selection, onboarding, internal mobility, and employee retention.

Partner with department leaders and hiring managers to assess staffing needs, establish hiring priorities, define position requirements, and develop recruitment plans aligned with the Bank’s business objectives. Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, candidate sourcing, applicant screening, interviews, reference checks, background screening coordination, candidate evaluation, offer management, and placement.

Develop and maintain effective candidate sourcing strategies, professional networks, community partnerships, and recruitment initiatives to strengthen the Bank’s talent pipeline and promote the Bank as an employer of choice. Advise hiring managers on candidate qualifications, interview techniques, selection decisions, and compensation recommendations to promote effective, consistent, and equitable employment practices.

Oversee onboarding and new employee orientation, ensuring pre-employment requirements, background checks, employment verifications, new-hire documentation, and required processing are completed accurately and timely. Develop and implement initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and internal mobility. Conduct stay and exit interviews, analyze feedback, and recommend improvements to management.

Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees regarding employment policies, performance management, corrective action, workplace conduct, conflict resolution, and other employee relations matters. Assist with employee complaints, investigations, disciplinary matters, transfers, promotions, and separations, ensuring appropriate documentation, confidentiality, consistent policy application, and escalation of sensitive issues.

Consult with the Human Resources Director and hiring managers regarding salary ranges, market competitiveness, internal equity, and compensation recommendations for new hires and internal moves. Manage or coordinate workers’ compensation and unemployment claims, including documentation, follow-up, communication with applicable parties, and maintenance of related records.

Collect, analyze, and report employment and workforce data to support staffing decisions, workforce planning, budgeting, management reporting, and continuous improvement. Coordinate applicable employment-related reporting, including EEO-1 reporting and other required reports, and support internal and external audits, examinations, and requests for employment information.

Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices. Evaluate regulatory changes and recommend appropriate updates to employment policies, procedures, and practices. Promote compliance with applicable requirements relating to equal employment opportunity, nondiscrimination, employment eligibility verification, wage and hour practices, workplace accommodations, leave administration, background screening, and employee records.

Maintain accurate, secure, and confidential applicant and employee records and promptly escalate potential compliance concerns, policy violations, or employment-related risks through established Bank procedures. Comply with applicable banking laws, regulations, and Bank policies relevant to the position, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), information security requirements, and confidentiality standards.

Maintain current knowledge of recruitment strategies, employment law, compensation practices, HR technology, and workforce trends through professional development, training, industry publications, and professional associations. Utilize HR technology and reporting tools effectively, identify opportunities to improve employment processes, and participate in Human Resources projects and initiatives.

Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Management, Business Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. Minimum of five years of progressive Human Resources experience, with a strong emphasis on full-cycle recruitment and talent acquisition.

Professional certification, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, or a willingness to pursue and obtain certification within an established timeframe. Human Resources experience in the banking or financial services industry preferred. Working knowledge of applicable federal and state employment laws, recruitment and selection practices, onboarding, employee retention, and employee relations.

Demonstrated leadership, coaching, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to build productive relationships and provide effective guidance to employees and managers at all levels. Strong analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to interpret workforce data, identify trends, and recommend practical solutions.

Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, adapt to changing business needs, and work independently with minimal supervision. Sound judgment, discretion, tact, integrity, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn and effectively use HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, and other technology.

ADP experience preferred. Professional demeanor, adaptability, accountability, and a results-oriented approach.