Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager Department: Human Resources Location: Muskegon, MI — In Person Reports To: CEO FLSA Status: Exempt Direct Reports: Recruiting Specialist and Maintenance Department Position Summary HGA Support Services is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead and oversee the organization’s human resources functions.

This position plays a key role in supporting employees and managers while ensuring HR practices align with organizational goals, policies, and applicable employment laws and regulations. The Human Resources Manager will oversee a broad range of HR functions, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, training, employee records, and payroll oversight.

This position serves as a strategic partner to organizational leadership and provides guidance and support on HR-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Management Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and programs. Provide guidance and support to managers and employees regarding HR-related matters. Manage employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Oversee employee recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes. Manage employee performance evaluation initiatives. Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems. Coordinate employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement, and leave programs. Support audits, regulatory inspections, and legal compliance initiatives.

Talent Acquisition & Retention Develop workforce planning and succession planning strategies. Promote employee engagement and retention initiatives. Collaborate with department leaders to identify staffing needs and organizational development opportunities. Payroll Oversight Oversee the organization's payroll processes to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation.

Review and approve payroll data, including hours worked, pay adjustments, bonuses, and deductions. Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and company policies. Monitor payroll reports, audits, and reconciliations to maintain accuracy and compliance. Manage employee payroll-related inquiries and assist with issue resolution.

Ensure proper administration of garnishments, deductions, benefit contributions, and tax withholdings. Collaborate with Finance to support payroll reporting. Maintain confidentiality of employee information and payroll records.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of progressive human resources experience. HR management or supervisory experience preferred. Experience with payroll administration. Strong knowledge of employment law, payroll regulations, and benefits administration.

Skills & Competencies Leadership & Team Management Payroll Expertise Employment Law & Regulatory Compliance Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution Communication & Interpersonal Skills Organizational & Analytical Abilities Confidentiality & Attention to Detail