Human Resources Manager

The New Orleans Tribune; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Son of a Saint in New Orleans is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead HR functions and support organizational strategy. The role involves managing hiring, employee relations, and compliance with laws.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of HR experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a thorough knowledge of employment laws.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR role required; management experience a plus.
• Experience in the nonprofit sector a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage hiring & onboarding processes for new employees.
• Provide support to leadership on sensitive HR issues.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Oversee employee disciplinary meetings and investigations.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations

Familiarity with HR software (ADP Workforce Now preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree

HR certifications or advanced degrees preferred

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Position: Human Resources Manager
Organization: Son of a Saint
Position Type: Full-time

Son of a Saint is searching for a level‑headed, detail‑oriented, and proactive Human Resources professional to join the organization’s growing team.

About Us

Son of a Saint exists to enhance the lives of fatherless boys through mentorship, emotional support, development of life skills, exposure to constructive experiences and formation of positive, lasting peer‑to‑peer relationships. Son of a Saint equips boys with the tools they need to become productive men. We give them hope, vision, and opportunity through secure and consistent mentorship.

Primary Role

The Human Resource Manager will work closely with the CEO and COO/CFO to lead and direct the routine human resources functions including: managing the hiring & onboarding process for new employees, bridging employee and management relations, and developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with Son of a Saint’s organizational strategy.

Primary Responsibilities

Talent Management

• Partners with the senior leadership team to understand and execute Son of a Saint’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning
• Manages the talent acquisition process, which includes recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants; collaborates with departmental directors to understand skills and competencies required for openings
• Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent
• Provides guidance and best practices on employee performance reviews
• Recommends, develops and implements learning and development opportunities for employees

Employee Relations

• Provides support and guidance to executive leadership, department directors, and managers when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations
• Advises team leaders on best practices for managing employee interpersonal conflicts

Compliance and Administration

• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
• Maintains organizational chart and employee directory
• Maintains employee records within PEO system
• Serve as lead for annual Open Enrollment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment‑related laws and regulation
• Familiarity with HR software (ADP Workforce Now preferred)

Education and Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR role required; management experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree required; HR certifications or advance degrees preferred, but not required
• Experience in the nonprofit sector a plus

Interested candidates should include a cover letter.