This individual is responsible for the administration and management of the Human Resources Department. They have sound people skills and value the importance of positive relationships in the overall growth of the organization. The Manager of Human Resources is competent in communicating our mission, vision, and culture as well as embracing, embodying, and promoting the Branches Way. These distinct W’s articulate how the Branches culture is formed: Words, Worth, Welcome, With, Walk, Wonder.

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION | WHO WE ARE

Branches is on a mission to educate and inspire people through student, family, and financial wellness services in partnership with our communities. We believe in meeting the needs of the next generation by addressing both the parent and the child simultaneously in our 2-Gen approach, creating opportunities for students and participants so that they can reach their full potential. Our holistic approach builds long-term, ongoing relationships with local communities to leverage and promote collective impact for the families we serve.

Position summary:

The Manager of Human Resources is responsible for the procurement and development of new talent, management of employee relations, submission and archival of compensation and benefits and oversight of organizational culture through alignment to performance evaluation, as measured through Branches’ strategic plan. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Recruitment, Hiring, Onboarding, Exiting

· Facilitate job postings and manage recruitment process.

· Conduct phone screenings and coordinate interviews in conjunction with hiring managers.

· Facilitate the hiring, onboarding and orientation process including space, technology and equipment set up.

· Manage employment documentation, background check process, maintain job descriptions & file administration.

· Lead both stay interviews and exit interviews.

Compliance, Development & Relations (People + Culture)

· Monitor for needs of staff and members; support with the provision of resources. 

· Lead training and ongoing development as required by role and/ or certification.

· Maintain and represent all standards, policies, and procedures for the organization.

· Foster a healthy & safe work culture.

· Co-plan and co-lead bi-monthly staff meetings.

· Work with managers to implement the talent development and DEI plans. 

Managing Compensation, Brokering Benefits, Tracking Data, and Systems Management

· Research, track and update compensation and benefits data. 

· Manage other HR data and provide timely reports to leadership.

· Source and archive organizational data & personnel files. 

· Support payroll review and approvals in collaboration with finance.

· Manage and facilitate learning development for new systems I.e., Employee Navigator, Paylocity. 

Payroll & Benefits

· Provide support in payroll review and processing. 

· Plan, direct and supervise activities related to the administration and maintenance of employee benefits. 

· Facilitate open enrollment for group health benefits to ensure cost effectiveness, quality and accuracy of benefits. 

· Partner with the finance department to audit benefits invoices for accuracy of charges and credits. 

· Serve as point of contact for HRIS Paylocity to assist with resolution for any issues. 

Evaluations and Career Planning

· Scout and source internal development of talent.

· Promote a sound organizational alignment to technical & cultural competencies through performance evaluations.

· Support individual staff members to create professional goals in pursuit of departmental alignment.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education and Experience 

· Minimum Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent experience. 

· At least 1-2 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources. 

· Certifications in Professional in Human Resources (PHR ®), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR ®), Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR ®) are a plus.

· Prior payroll and benefits management experience preferred. 

WORKING CONDITIONS OR EXPECTATIONS

Most of the work is performed in regular office conditions with some flexibility for remote or hybrid work. Travel to other Branches sites or meetings is required. Additionally, frequent evening and weekend work is necessary. Reliable transportation is required to fulfill normal duties. Located in Miami Dade County. 

PLEASE NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.