Human Resources Manager

Contemporary Management Concepts; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Contemporary Management Concepts (CMC) is seeking a Human Resources Manager for an on-site, Gainesville, FL role. You will oversee the full employee lifecycle across corporate and on-property teams, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.

You will develop HR policies, ensure compliance with employment laws, and coordinate benefits and compensation, while maintaining records and supporting workplace safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in core HR functions (recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations)
• Knowledge of employment law, compliance, and policy development in multi-site orgs
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and coaching abilities
• Ability to manage HR data, records, and reporting with HRIS or similar systems
• Experience with benefits administration, compensation, and payroll coordination is strongly preferred
• Background in property management, real estate, or hospitality is beneficial but not required
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus
• Capacity to work on-site in Gainesville, FL, and support multiple locations

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes
• Develop and implement HR policies aligned with business goals
• Provide employee relations support to managers and teams
• Coordinate benefits administration and payroll activities
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with laws
• Deliver training and development programs across corporate and on-property teams
• Collaborate with leadership to foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace

Skills

HR functions knowledge

Employment law & compliance

Communication & coaching

HR data management/HRIS

Benefits & payroll coordination

Property management background (benef.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business or related field

Tools

HRIS/HR systems

Job description

Company Description

Contemporary Management Concepts (CMC), founded in 1979, provides full-service marketing, consulting, and financial expertise for apartment complex development and management. As the largest fee management company in Gainesville, Florida, CMC oversees more than 4,000 units across 28 property sites, with additional properties in Winter Park, Orlando, Tampa, Lakeland, and Jacksonville. The company focuses on maximizing investment value and optimizing returns through efficient floor plan and property management practices. A corporate and leadership team of 32 property management professionals in Alachua supports over 100 on-site personnel who serve residents across CMC communities. With broad service coverage and multiple locations across central Florida, CMC is equipped to respond effectively to a wide range of operational contingencies and challenges.

Role Description

The Human Resources Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Gainesville, FL, responsible for overseeing HR operations for corporate and on-property teams. This role manages the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. The Human Resources Manager will develop and implement HR policies, support managers with employee relations issues, and coordinate training and development initiatives. Day-to-day tasks include maintaining accurate HR records, administering benefits and compensation processes, handling employee inquiries, and supporting workplace safety and compliance efforts. The role collaborates closely with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals and foster an inclusive, collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in core HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
• Knowledge of employment law, compliance requirements, and HR policy development within a multi-site organization.
• Skills in communication, conflict resolution, and coaching to support leaders and team members effectively.
• Ability to manage HR data, maintain accurate records, and use HRIS or similar systems for reporting and analysis.
• Experience in benefits administration, compensation processes, and payroll coordination is strongly preferred.
• Background in property management, real estate, or hospitality is beneficial but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is an asset and demonstrates commitment to ongoing development.
• Capacity to work on-site in Gainesville, FL, manage multiple priorities, and support teams across different locations.