Human Resources Manager

The Hignell Companies; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hignell Companies in Chico, CA is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and compliance. You will partner with leadership to attract, develop, and retain talent while ensuring adherence to all applicable employment laws and company policies.

Responsibilities include developing HR policies, administering HR programs, managing onboarding, and guiding performance management and employee development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience.
• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and employment law compliance.
• Working knowledge of California employment laws.
• Experience with workers' compensation and workplace safety administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
• PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certifications are preferred.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now and policy development.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop HR strategies that support organizational goals.
• Develop, administer, and improve HR policies, programs, and procedures.
• Promote a positive, compliant workplace culture.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide guidance on HR matters.
• Lead recruitment, selection, hiring, and onboarding efforts.
• Collaborate with managers to identify staffing needs and workforce requirements.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions and hiring standards.
• Monitor hiring metrics and recommend process improvements.
• Advise managers on employee relations, performance management, and discipline.
• Coordinate compensation and benefits programs and conduct reviews as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Human Resources Manager leads the organization's human resource’s function, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, compliance, training, and workforce development. This position partners with leadership to attract, develop, and retain employees while ensuring compliance with all applicable employment laws and company policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop and implement human resources strategies that support organizational goals.
• Develop, administer, and continuously improve HR policies, programs, and procedures.
• Promote a positive, productive, and compliant workplace culture.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide professional guidance on human resources matters.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Lead recruitment, selection, hiring, and onboarding efforts.
• Collaborate with managers to identify staffing needs and workforce requirements.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions and hiring standards.
• Build recruitment partnerships and implement strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Monitor hiring metrics and recommend process improvements.
• Employee Relations & Performance Management
• Advise managers on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct workplace investigations and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Administer performance evaluation processes and employee development programs.
• Support employee engagement, retention, and recognition initiatives.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs.
• Conduct compensation reviews and recommend adjustments as appropriate.
• Coordinate benefits administration and vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all compensation and benefits regulations.
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain employee records and required employment documentation.
• Assist with responses to audits, agency inquiries, claims, and employment-related complaints.
• Update policies and employee handbook content as needed.
• Safety & Workers' Compensation
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs.
• Support workplace safety initiatives and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Assist with injury prevention and incident reporting programs.
• Training & Organizational Development
• Coordinate employee and leadership development programs.
• Identify training needs and implement appropriate learning opportunities.
• Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.
• HR Systems & Reporting
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and reporting.
• Track workforce metrics including recruiting, turnover, retention, and engagement.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership.
• Separation Administration
• Manage employee separation processes, including exit interviews and unemployment responses.
• Analyze turnover trends and recommend retention strategies.

General Responsibilities

• Represent the Company in a professional manner.
• Travel as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
• Hire, train, coach, evaluate, and develop assigned staff.
• Ensure department objectives are achieved effectively and efficiently.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience.
• Experience in recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and employment law compliance.
• Working knowledge of California employment laws.
• Experience with workers' compensation and workplace safety administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
• Preferred
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now.
• Policy and procedure development experience.
• Mental and Physical Requirements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, and external partners.