HR Manager - Hourly Consultant

GROWTH OPERATORS ADVISORY SERVICES LLC; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time

401k matching

Job summary

Growth Operators seeks a Human Resources Manager/Hourly Consultant to serve client engagements, managing HR functions and payroll with a strong focus on process improvements and compliance.

You will work across industries, collaborating with clients and Growth Operators teams, delivering advisory and outsourced services with onsite and remote options in the Minneapolis area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or equivalent.
• 6+ years progressive HR experience, including 1–2 years in a functional HR Manager/HRBP role.
• Experience payroll processing in ADP/Paylocity/Paychex or similar.
• Strong working knowledge of HRIS and ATS; MS Excel/Word/Outlook/Teams.
• Ability to work with multiple clients across industries; onsite in Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area.

Responsibilities

• Assess client's current HR function and recommend updates; implement changes.
• Manage day-to-day HR responsibilities leveraging client resources andGrowth Operators staff.
• Identify and implement process improvements using technology to gain efficiencies.
• Perform payroll entries and payroll processing.
• Assist with performance management, training, and coaching.
• Administer employee benefit programs and HRIS/ATS implementations.
• Create, review, and maintain employee handbooks and HR policies.
• Communicate effectively with clients' employees in person, virtually, and in writing.
• Stay updated on industry trends and employment legislation; ensure client compliance.

Skills

Payroll problem solving

Analytical thinking

Project management

Stakeholder management

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent

Tools

ADP

Paylocity

Paychex

HRIS

ATS

MS Excel

Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Description

Human Resources Manager - Hourly Consultant

• Are you looking for something different than your typical internal HR Manager or Senior HR Business Partner role?
• Do you love to roll up your sleeves and solve problems for others?
• Are you looking to advance your career doing work that showcases your expertise?
• Do you enjoy variety and challenging yourself to learn new things?
• Would you like to gain valuable experience in different industries from different Human Resources leaders and mentors?

If you answered "YES" to these questions, Growth Operators is the place for you!

We are seeking a Human Resources professional with prior experience as a Human Resources Manager and strong payroll expertise in mid-sized companies who is passionate about business results and delivering a high level of service to our clients.

The client-facing Human Resources Manager/Hourly Consultant serves Growth Operators clients by managing the Human Resources function and/or projects for our clients. Services are provided in the form of advisory services (specific projects) and outsourced services (interim or fractional roles with clients). Client relationships are overseen by the Client Relationship Manager, an HR Partner or Managing Director of Growth Operators. Work performed by the Human Resources Manager/Hourly Consultant on client engagements may include the following:

• Assist with assessment of the client's current HR function and recommend updates and improvements in areas such as policies, handbooks, and compliance; actively engage with the client to implement those updates and improvements.
• Manage the processes and procedures for all day-to-day HR responsibilities, leveraging client resources and/or assigned Growth Operators' Associate staff, as directed.
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements, leveraging technology to gain efficiencies.
• Perform payroll entries and payroll processing.
• Assist with employee performance management, training, and coaching.
• Manage the administration of employee benefit programs including benefit plan materials preparation and communication, answering employee questions, building out benefits tiers in HRIS and related platforms, annual and new hire enrollment, benchmarking, and some broker relations.
• Assist with HR system assessment, selection, and implementation, to include HRIS, ATS, LMS, etc.
• Create, review, and maintain employee handbooks and HR policies.
• Communicate effectively with clients' employees in person, virtually, and in writing.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensure client compliance.

Note: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, might be required.

Required Qualifications and Core Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or equivalent
• 6+ years progressive human resources experience, which includes a minimum of 1-2 years in a functional HR Manager or HR Business Partner role
• Experience processing payroll in ADP, Paylocity, Paychex, or similar platforms is essential.
• Ability to identify issues and find solutions through research and utilizing available resources
• Prior experience with and strong working knowledge of HRIS and ATS software, MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong analytical thinker with ability to see the big picture
• Strong attention to detail with consistent follow-through skills
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities at once and meet deadlines
• Strong decision-making skills with ability to exercise good judgment
• Enjoys working with multiple clients in a variety of industries, often simultaneously
• Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment with clients and internal teams
• Ability to build rapport and gain trust with stakeholders in short timeframe
• Self-directed in their work
• Strong project management skills
• Must be able to spend substantial time in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN area for onsite client work

Preferred Experience

• PHR or SHRM-CP
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP
• Prior engagements in consulting or contract work
• Experience working with private equity-backed companies
• Background in mergers, acquisitions and integrations

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is an hourly consulting position. Hours vary based on client needs, with some flexibility regarding work schedule and location.
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Pay Range: $43-$60 per hour, based on experience

Work Environment/Travel

• The work is performed on-site at client locations and remotely from home.
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day. Some out-of-town travel could be possible, depending on client engagement.

Benefits/Total Rewards

• Hourly consultants are eligible for PTO, Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time, 401k, and MN Paid Family and Medical Leave. Hourly consultants who meet the minimum hours for eligibility have access to a competitive insurance benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

About GROWTH OPERATORS:

• Our purpose is to empower growth for our clients.
• Our vision is to be the premier Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Transaction Advisory, Strategy, and Technology services firm for growing companies.
• Our mission is to take good companies and transform them into great companies by deploying our collective knowledge and expertise to propel our clients to higher levels of performance.

Our clients hire Growth Operators because we are different. Our people are experienced, industry-proven professionals that we call Growth Pros. We provide Strategy, Finance, HR, Transaction Advisory, Technology, and AI Decision Intelligence transformation services that empower our clients to create sustainable growth and value, and we approach our work with our sleeves rolled up. Come grow your career with us! Growth Operators is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information about what it's like to work for Growth Operators, go to www.growthoperators.com/careers.