Human Resource Manager

Socket.dev; Opelika (AL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Free Company Swag

Collaborative Team Environment

Job summary

Dragonfly Internet, a fast-growing, community-focused company in Opelika, AL, is seeking a Human Resources Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn’t afraid to jump in wherever needed.

As we grow through expansion and acquisitions, you will lead HR operations, employee experience, benefits administration, payroll, and HRIS initiatives, partnering with leadership to refine processes and support a dynamic workforce.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of Human Resources experience with emphasis on payroll and benefits administration.
• Experience supporting multi-state payroll and benefits compliance.
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to HR partner for employees and leaders across the company.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity across HR systems.
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities to create a seamless employee experience.
• Partner with leadership to improve processes, policies, and employee programs.
• Assist recruitment partners to attract top talent.
• Coordinate and manage the performance review process.
• Help keep our employee handbook and HR policies current and engaging.

Skills

HR experience

Payroll administration

Multi-state payroll

HRIS experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA or related field

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Excel

Job description

Human Resources Manager

Dragonfly Internet | Hybrid | Opelika, AL

Ready to launch your HR career to new heights?

At Dragonfly Internet, we're not your typical internet provider. We're a fast-growing, community-focused company on a mission to bring lightning-fast internet to homes and businesses that deserve better. Through cutting-edge fixed wireless technology and fiber-fast speeds, we're helping communities stay connected, productive, and entertained.

As we continue to grow through expansion and acquisitions, we're looking for a people-first, roll-up-your-sleeves Human Resources Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and isn't afraid to jump in wherever needed.

If you're the type of HR professional who loves solving problems, building processes, supporting employees, and wearing multiple hats, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

Think of yourself as the co-pilot for our people operations. You'll help ensure our employees have an exceptional experience from onboarding through retirement while helping Dragonfly scale for the future.

HR Operations & Employee Experience

• Be the go‑to HR partner for employees and leaders across the company.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity across HR systems.
• Support onboarding and offboarding activities to create a seamless employee experience.
• Partner with leadership to improve processes, policies, and employee programs.
• Assist recruitment partners as needed to help attract top talent.
• Coordinate and manage the performance review process.
• Help keep our employee handbook and HR policies current and engaging.

Benefits Administration

• Manage employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and retirement plans.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee benefit questions and issue resolution.
• Lead annual open enrollment activities and educate employees on available options.
• Partner with brokers and vendors to ensure employees receive outstanding support.
• Maintain compliance with benefits regulations including ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and related requirements.

Payroll & Compliance

• Work closely with Accounting to ensure accurate and timely multi-state payroll processing.
• Review timekeeping information, wage calculations, deductions, and overtime payments.
• Assist with audits, workers' compensation reporting, and compliance initiatives.
• Generate payroll and HR reports that help leadership make informed decisions.

Growth & Acquisition Integration

Dragonfly is growing fast, and you'll play a critical role in helping us successfully welcome new team members through mergers and acquisitions.

• Support the onboarding of large groups of employees from acquired organizations.
• Help integrate benefits, payroll, and HR systems during acquisitions.
• Conduct employee orientations and introduce new team members to Dragonfly's culture.
• Ensure compliance and confidentiality throughout every transition.
• Help create a positive and exciting experience during periods of change.

HRIS Champion

• Become our in-house HRIS expert and trusted resource.
• Train employees and managers on system functionality and best practices.
• Troubleshoot issues and work directly with vendor support when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting, and automation.
• Create documentation and guides that make everyone's life easier.

What Makes You Successful

You are:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities without dropping the ball
• A natural problem solver who takes ownership and gets things done
• Resourceful, proactive, and willing to jump in wherever needed
• Confident handling sensitive and confidential information
• A strong communicator who builds trust across all levels of an organization
• Excited by growth, change, and the opportunity to help shape a company
• Tech‑savvy and quick to learn new systems and processes

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of Human Resources experience with emphasis on payroll and benefits administration.
• Experience supporting multi-state payroll and benefits compliance.
• Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-growing environment.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, or large‑scale employee onboarding.
• Experience administering retirement and 401(k) programs.
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.
• Experience with TriNet or similar HRIS platforms.
• A passion for continuous improvement and leveraging technology to streamline HR processes.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Dragonfly Internet, we believe great people build great companies. That's why we invest in our employees and provide meaningful opportunities for growth and development.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Continuous Learning & Professional Development
• Free Tuition at a Leading Local University
• Discounted Dragonfly Internet Services
• Free Company Swag
• Opportunity to Help Shape a Fast‑Growing Technology Company
• Collaborative Team Environment Where Your Ideas Matter

Join the Dragonfly Team

We're growing quickly, expanding into new markets, and building something special. If you're looking for an HR role where you can make a real impact, help shape company culture, and be part of an exciting growth story, we'd love to hear from you.

Bring your HR expertise, your problem-solving mindset, and your entrepreneurial spirit. We'll bring the opportunity.

Come spread your wings with Dragonfly Internet!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dragonfly Internet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.