Human Resources Manager

Cass County Library; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cass County Public Library seeks a Human Resources Manager to oversee the Library’s HR functions, including employee relations, recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits administration, payroll oversight, training and development, performance management, and employment compliance.

The role supervises HR staff, collaborates with library leadership, and supports organizational goals through strategic planning, staff development, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience administering HR pay, benefits, policies, and procedures.
• Professional HR certification required: PSHRA-CP, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
• Prior HR experience in a governmental or public sector environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, judgment, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, spreadsheets, and related technology.
• Ability to conduct training and presentations for staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR advisor for supervisors and employees.
• Provide guidance on personnel policies, employee relations, and disciplinary matters.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and support fair, professional workplace practices.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee matters.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and reference processes.
• Maintain job descriptions, classifications, and compensation structures.
• Administer employee benefits, leave, and related HR programs.
• Oversee payroll processes and collaborate with finance and payroll vendors.
• Coordinate employee orientation, training, and professional development.
• Manage the performance evaluation process and provide guidance to supervisors.
• Review and maintain personnel policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Supervise, support, and provide direction to Human Resources staff.
• Participate as a member of the Library management team.
• Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and organizational initiatives.
• Monitor HR trends, workforce data, and employee engagement efforts.

Skills

HR policy knowledge

Employment law knowledge

Communication skills

Judgment

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Equivalent HR training/experience

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Cass County Public Library is seeking a Human Resources Manager to oversee the Library’s human resources functions, including employee relations, recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits administration, payroll oversight, training and development, performance management, and employment compliance. This position supervises Human Resources staff and works closely with Library leadership to support effective operations, employee development, and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Administration

Serve as the primary HR advisor for supervisors and employees

Provide guidance on personnel policies, employee relations, and disciplinary matters

Facilitate conflict resolution and support fair, professional workplace practices

Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee matters

Recruitment, Compensation & Benefits

Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and reference processes

Maintain job descriptions, classifications, and compensation structures

Administer employee benefits, leave, and related HR programs

Oversee payroll processes and collaborate with finance and payroll vendors

Training, Performance & Compliance

Coordinate employee orientation, training, and professional development

Manage the performance evaluation process and provide guidance to supervisors

Review and maintain personnel policies and procedures

Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws

Leadership & Organizational Support

Supervise, support, and provide direction to Human Resources staff

Participate as a member of the Library management team

Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and organizational initiatives

Monitor HR trends, workforce data, and employee engagement efforts

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of specialized HR training and experience

3–5 years of experience administering HR pay, benefits, policies, and procedures

Professional HR certification required: PSHRA-CP, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP

Prior HR experience in a governmental or public sector environment strongly preferred

Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

Excellent communication, judgment, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and employees

Proficiency with HRIS systems, spreadsheets, and related technology

Ability to conduct training and presentations for staff