Human Resources Manager

Site Santa Fe; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SITE SANTA FE, a non-profit contemporary arts organization in Santa Fe, NM, seeks a Human Resources Manager to run daily HR operations, payroll, benefits, and policy guidance. The role reports to the Executive Director and supports culture, performance management, and regulatory compliance.

30 hours/week with benefits; non-exempt, full-time. Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years HR experience, familiarity with HRIS and payroll, and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR experience or more.
• Professional HR certification preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Knowledge of labor laws and employment regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Run daily HR operations, including hiring and interviewing staff.
• Administer pay, benefits, and leave; support culture and policies.
• Oversee performance management and employee relations.
• Ensure IRS/ERISA and reporting compliance (e.g., 5500 series).
• Coordinate training, staff events, and recognition programs.
• Provide guidance to supervisors on workforce decisions.

Skills

HR experience

Payroll

HRIS

Payroll compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office

Diversity & Inclusion

Education

PHR/SHRM-CP preferred

Tools

HRIS system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Non-exempt, Full-time, 30 hours/ week with Benefits

CONTEMPORARY CREATIVE EXPRESSION.

SITE SANTA FE is a non-profit contemporary arts organization based in Santa Fe, New

Mexico. Since its founding in 1995, SITE SANTA FE has presented 11 biennials, more than 90

contemporary art exhibitions, and works by hundreds of emerging and established artists from

around the world. SITE SANTA FE also presents public and educational programs that include

conversations with artists and curators, film screenings, performances, concerts, hands-on

workshops, and collaborations with Santa Fe Public Schools.

SITE SANTA FE is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion

in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color,

or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Summary

The Human Resources Manager runs the daily functions of HR, including hiring and

interviewing staff; administering pay, benefits, and leave; supporting organizational culture;

assisting and troubleshooting personnel issues; overseeing performance management; and

advising on company policies and practices. This role reports to the Phillips Executive Director

and provides guidance on workforce decisions, needs, and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform tasks essential to accounting operations
• Assist in the development and implementation of HR processes, policies, and procedures.
• Work with Accounting to input changes and updates for biweekly payroll
• Administer SITE’s benefits package, including but not limited to health, dental, vision, term life short- and long-term disability insurance coverage as well as FSA and HSA plans.
• Recruit, interview, and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions;
• collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conduct new employee orientation and onboarding activities.
• Troubleshoot personnel issues such as conflict resolution, counseling employees, and providing guidance to supervisors; conduct investigations as needed.
• Administer performance management system, including performance reviews and performance improvement plans as well as assisting managers in identifying
• In collaboration with Finance, provide guidance and administration of employee compensation, including implementation of pay increases, recommendations for adjustments, and consideration of equity across the organization.
• Identify and coordinate organizational training and development opportunities for staff.
• Conduct exit interviews and process employee terminations.
• Manage HR communications and announcements within the organization.
• Ensure that IRS, ERISA, and other personnel and/or employee benefits reporting requirements are met. This includes, but is not limited to, preparing and filing SITE’s annual 5500 return, the Annual Summary Report, the Fee Disclosure, and the Summary
• Plan and execute annual staff party.
• Organize and support monthly staff meeting, including providing snacks and drinks.
• Plan and organize staff recognition and appreciation.
• Respond to unemployment, workers compensation, employment verification, and garnishment claims as well as other HR documentation that requires follow up.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 – 5 years of Human Resources experience
• Professional HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP (preferred)
• Proven experience in an HR administrative role
• Familiarity with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems)
• Experience with payroll and benefits administration
• Strong understanding of labor laws and employment regulations
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion
• Effective communication, conflict management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with office software, especially MS Office
• Embrace SITE SANTA FE’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.