HR Manager

Fire Safety Alarms; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Manager to lead their human resources functions. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive work environment and ensuring compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and knowledgeable in HR best practices, particularly in the service sector. Responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance, while also developing HR initiatives that align with the company's goals. Join a dynamic team dedicated to employee growth and satisfaction in a supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a service-based company.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies and labor regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations processes.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and maintain employee handbook.
• Manage payroll operations and employee benefits.

Skills

HR policies

recruitment

onboarding

employee relations

communication skills

problem-solving

organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

PAYLOCITY

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview:

The HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR policy development. This role is essential in maintaining a positive work environment, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering employee growth and satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and knowledgeable about HR best practices, particularly within theservice-based industry. This individual will work closely with Upper Management & play a critical role in developing and implementing HR initiatives that align with company goals and support a productive workforce.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

RECRUITMENT

• Workforce Planning: Assess staffing needs based on company growth and field technician/service demands.

• Job Posting & Candidate Sourcing: Create job descriptions, post openings on job boards, LinkedIn, and industry networks, and identify potential candidates.

• Screening & Interviews: Review resumes, conduct phone screenings, schedule and participate in interviews with department heads.

• Offer Negotiation & Hiring: Extend job offers, negotiate salaries/benefits, and manage the onboarding process.

• Employer Branding: Represent FSA at career fairs, trade schools, and industry events to attract top talent.

EMPLOYEE ONBOARDING/OFFBOARDING

• Onboarding Process: Ensure new hires receive welcome materials, complete necessary paperwork, and have a smooth transition into the company.

• Training Program: Assist in developing best possible training procedure/program for new hires & all employees (continuing education)

• Documentation: Ensure all employee documents are organized & filed in our HRIS

• Offboarding: Collect feedback and ensure company property is returned upon termination or resignation.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS & PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

• Conflict Resolution: Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and ensure a positive workplace culture.

• Performance evaluation: Assist in developing best possible performance evaluation process.

• Employee Recognition & Rewards: Assist in developing Employee Rewards program

• Event Planning: Organize team-building activities, holiday events & employee appreciation initiatives

• Disciplinary Actions: Manage progressive discipline, issue warnings as needed and ensure proper documentation of any policy violations.

PAYROLL

• Payroll Processing: Oversee payroll operations

• Manage employee reimbursements

BENEFITS MANAGEMENT

• Health Insurance Benefits: Manage employee health plans, explain benefit options, and handle enrollment or changes.

• Retirement Plans: Coordinate retirement benefits and educate employees on available plans.

• Time Off & Leave Management: Track vacation days, sick leave, FMLA requests, and other employee absences.

• Employee Asset Management: Track all company owned, employee assigned assets

COMPLIANCE

• Labor Law Compliance: Ensure adherence to state and federal labor laws, OSHA regulations, and company policies.

• Employee Handbook & Policy Management: Maintain and update the employee handbook with company policies, ensuring alignment with legal requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a service-based company, or in thefield service industry.
• Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and labor regulations, particularly in NJ & NY.
• Proven experience in recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive employee matters confidentially.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency in HR software, payroll systems (PAYLOCITY), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to implement HR solutions that align with business goals.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with leadership and employees at all levels.

Company Description

Fire Safety Alarms, Inc. (FSA), is a well established fire alarm company founded by several Chief Officers of the New York Fire Department in 1979.

The company was originally located in Manhattan when the scope of work was confined to fire protection consulting services with high-rise commercial buildings. We specialized in obtaining waiver/modifications of Local Law 5/73, preparing timetables of compliance, and conducting assessments of high rise properties.

In 1981, FSA moved to Jersey City and expanded operations to include fire protection engineering, fire alarm design, inspection and fire alarm installation pursuant to the High Rise Fire Safety Law known as Local Law 5/73.

In 2024, FSA moved to Newark, NJ to expand its office space.

FSA is licensed by the State of New York for Security and Fire Alarm Systems, License No.12000028978, and the State of New Jersey, License # 34FA00134400. Our technicians hold required FDNY certificates of fitness and/or NICET certification.

Company Description

Fire Safety Alarms, Inc. (FSA), is a well established fire alarm company founded by several Chief Officers of the New York Fire Department in 1979.

The company was originally located in Manhattan when the scope of work was confined to fire protection consulting services with high-rise commercial buildings. We specialized in obtaining waiver/modifications of Local Law 5/73, preparing timetables of compliance, and conducting assessments of high rise properties.

In 1981, FSA moved to Jersey City and expanded operations to include fire protection engineering, fire alarm design, inspection and fire alarm installation pursuant to the High Rise Fire Safety Law known as Local Law 5/73.


In 2024, FSA moved to Newark, NJ to expand its office space.

FSA is licensed by the State of New York for Security and Fire Alarm Systems, License No.12000028978, and the State of New Jersey, License # 34FA00134400. Our technicians hold required FDNY certificates of fitness and/or NICET certification.