Human Resource Manager

AASHTO; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 102,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Transit benefit

Paid time off

Job summary

AASHTO's Washington DC office is seeking a seasoned Human Resource Manager to lead HR operations for about 150 employees across two locations. The role emphasizes recruitment, benefits administration, and workforce support with a focus on compliance, inclusivity, and strategic HR initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in HR, a Bachelor's degree (Masters preferred), and proficiency with HRIS systems such as ADP WorkforceNow.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of full-scale HR experience.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in HR/Business/Organization management.
• Experience with HRIS such as ADP WorkforceNow.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented and confidentiality aware.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment across the organization; collaborate with Hiring Managers.
• Manage benefits administration and open enrollments; liaison with carriers.
• Provide workforce support and employee relations guidance.
• Oversee onboarding, performance reviews, and HR process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with policies, laws, and divisional budgets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Strategic HR planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

ADP WorkforceNow

Microsoft Office

Job description

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials is currently hiring a Human Resource Manager a full time position located in our Washington DC office

Nature of Position

AASHTOs Human Resource Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective administration and delivery of human resource support and services to approximately 150 employees across two office locations As a senior representative of AASHTOs HR team the Human Resource Manager is expected to provide the highest quality of service and execute all responsibilities with professionalism empathy and a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that respects all employees This roles primary focus areas include recruitment benefits administration and workforce support functions

Recruitment

The Human Resource Manager is responsible for providing general oversight and strategic leadership to the Associations day to day recruitment efforts To ensure recruitment activities proceed effectively and efficiently the Human Resource Manager works closely with the Recruitment Specialist and hiring manager throughout the recruitment lifecycle makes strategic recommendations to improve active recruitments and the candidate pool when needed and provides their sound judgement and input to ensure positions are successfully filled Following the hiring of a new employee the Human Resource Manager oversees the HR onboarding process and coordinates responsibilities across divisions as needed to ensure new employees have the best onboarding experience possible Prior to recruitment and as needed throughout the year the Human Resource Manager is responsible for providing oversight and guidance to ensure position descriptions are accurate and up to date Working closely with the Recruitment Specialist and supervisors the Human Resource Manager ensures duties are accurately described and titles are consistent across divisions while also ensuring that the unique position specific language that is appropriate for each role is included As needed the Human Resource Manager works with the Director of Human Resources and external compensation consultant when changes that have the potential to impact position classification are considered

Benefits Administration

The Human Resource Manager oversees AASHTOs benefit administration and is expected to position themselves as a trusted and helpful resource to employees They work closely with the HR Specialist to support escalated benefit issues and communications with our carriers and benefit broker as needed manage required processes for annual open enrollments and seek out opportunities to increase awareness of the benefits available to employees The Human Resource Manager is additionally responsible for overseeing AASHTOs required annual filings and processes including ACA

Workforce Support

The Human Resource Manager provides oversight and support to HR processes and employee initiatives that are critical to the Association and is expected to continuously evaluate and make recommendations to strengthen programs The HR Manager is directly responsible for overseeing and executing AASHTOs engagement survey and is expected to run a comprehensive process that includes robust support prior to during and after the survey is administered to ensure AASHTO is able to fully maximize this opportunity for employee feedback Additionally the Human Resource Manager is responsible for providing oversight to the annual performance review process; onboardingexit surveys; and supports events throughout the year such as providing HR related content to staff meetings as needed and planning trainings and other events throughout the year The Human Resource Manager also serves as the lead point of contact for Association staff seeking HR assistance to resolve complex challenges and is responsible for providing sound HR advice and support that is consistent with AASHTO policies and processes and looping in the Director of HR as appropriate The Human Resource Manager manages employee medical leave and accommodation requests and ensures compliance with all applicable AASHTO policies state and local laws They are responsible for providing employees with comprehensive information regarding what is applicable to their situation responding to questions regarding required forms and documentation and providing the necessary support as requests proceed through AASHTO reviews process The Human Resource Manager is expected to support the Director of HR in strategic planning initiatives throughout the year and in the effective administration of the HR division They are responsible for carefully reviewing monthly financial statements and closely tracking the divisions budget Additionally the Human Resource Manager is expected to support continuous improvement of HR service delivery and to strengthen AASHO

Position Requirements

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in full scale human resource experience Previous positions should demonstrate professional growth supporting organizations in a fast paced environment A bachelors degree is required A Masters degree in human resources business or organization management or another closely related field is highly desired The Human Resource Manager must have impeccable attention to detail and critical thinking skills exceptional judgment and the ability to take responsibility for projects of a sensitive and confidential nature They must have strong oral and written communication skills The ability to conduct thorough research for employee related needs and the ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft applications such as Word Excel Outlook Teams and other routine applications are essential to this position The incumbent must possess the ability to work quickly independently and accurately Experience utilizing an HRIS is required particularly ADP WorkforceNow

Who We Are

AASHTO is a nonprofit nonpartisan association representing transportation departments in all 50 states the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico We represent all transportation modes including air highways public transportation active transportation rail and water Our goal is to foster the development operation and maintenance of an integrated national transportation system that is safe and efficient for every individual We strive to educate the public and key decision makers about the critical role that transportation plays in securing a good quality of life and sound economy for our nation The culture displayed at AASHTO is one of inclusiveness AASHTO fosters a supportive working environment for staff and focuses on both the professional and personal successes of employees Additionally employees benefit from a collective workplace that genuinely cares about them and what they do

Perks and Benefits

This position primarily reports out of our Washington DC office located in Metro Center AASHTO offers employees hybrid work schedules with remote work up to 2 3 daysweek The salary range for this position is 102000 135000 Additionally as a full time employee you are eligible for A 403b plan with an automatic 3 employer contribution and up to 9 matchComprehensive health insurance benefits and complimentary employee assistance program EAPA monthly public transit benefit up to 325 covering most or all of your costs to get to and from the officeGenerous leave accrual starting at 13 days of vacation leave 18 sick days and 10 paid holidays 3 of which can be used as floating holidaysTuition assistance up to 7500 per year for job related programs and degreesAccess to an on site fitness center at no cost to you with workout classes offered throughout the weekFlexible work schedulesAASHTO is an equal opportunity employer AASHTO strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected valued and empowered From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace All qualified applicants including those with disabilities or veterans will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected class under federal or local laws