HR Manager: Strategy, Payroll & People Leader

Southeastern College; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southeastern College is seeking a Human Resource Manager to oversee all HR operations, including recruitment, payroll administration, employee relations, and benefits management with a strong focus on PEO coordination.

The role requires partnering with managers, ensuring legal compliance, developing HR policies, and leading DEI initiatives while enhancing the employer brand and employee engagement across campuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business admin, or related field; 2–3 years HR experience incl. PEO, recruiting, payroll, benefits.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices; experience with HRIS and payroll software; Isolved a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills; strong leadership and decision-making abilities; certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee PEO relationship management and ensure compliance with HR policies and payroll.
• Lead recruitment and talent acquisition across the organization.
• Manage payroll processing and resolve payroll inquiries.
• Develop employee relations programs and resolve conflicts.
• Oversee benefits administration and participate in open enrollment.
• Develop HR policies, keep records confidential and compliant.
• Guide HR strategy, DEI initiatives, and industry trends.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

HRIS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR certification preferred

Tools

Isolved

Payroll software

PEO platforms

Job description

Southeastern College is seeking a Human Resource Manager to oversee all HR operations, including recruitment, payroll administration, employee relations, and benefits management with a strong focus on PEO coordination.

The role requires partnering with managers, ensuring legal compliance, developing HR policies, and leading DEI initiatives while enhancing the employer brand and employee engagement across campuses.