Human Resources Manager (HR Manager)

Carter Myers Automotive; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity Leave

Employee Discounts

Professional Development

Job summary

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR, payroll, and recruiting across about 1,248 employees in a growing, employee-owned organization. Based in Charlottesville, VA, this leadership role partners with business leaders to drive employee relations, compliance, performance management, HR operations, and workforce initiatives.

You will manage a team of six HR and Recruiting professionals, including payroll oversight, and shape talent strategies,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years progressive HR experience.
• 3+ years leading HR, Recruiting, and/or Payroll teams.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and relations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and develop a team of HR, Recruiting, and Payroll professionals.
• Oversee payroll operations, HR operations, and policy administration.
• Drive talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.
• Leverage HRIS/payroll systems to optimize processes and reporting.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

HR operations

Talent acquisition

Payroll oversight

HR analytics

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

About this position

Description: Human Resources Manager

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a workforce of approximately 1,248 employees across a growing, employee-owned organization. This leadership role partners with business leaders to drive employee relations, compliance, performance management, HR operations, talent acquisition, and workforce initiatives. The HR Manager will lead a team of six HR and Recruiting professionals, including oversight of a Payroll Team of three, ensuring the effective delivery of HR, recruiting, and payroll services while fostering a positive employee experience and supporting organizational growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $115,000 - $155,000 annually

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and leadership experience.

Benefits Include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become an Owner
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities.

Location & Work Schedule

• Based in Charlottesville, VA
• Full-time, Monday-Friday (typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
• Primarily based at CMA's corporate office with periodic travel to dealership locations
• Strong on-site presence is expected to effectively support employees, leaders, and business operations
• Flexibility to support employee relations, recruiting, training, and other organizational needs as required

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals and workforce needs.
• Lead and develop a team of six HR, Recruiting, and Payroll professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on employee relations, performance management, coaching, and workplace concerns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and practices.
• Oversee talent acquisition strategies, recruiting operations, onboarding programs, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Direct HR operations, including policy administration, employee records, leave management, and HR programs.
• Provide oversight and support for payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Leverage Paylocity and other HR technology platforms to optimize processes, reporting, and the employee experience.
• Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.
• Lead employee engagement, retention, recognition, and organizational development initiatives.
• Support training, leadership development, and succession planning efforts across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience, including managing HR, Recruiting, and/or Payroll teams.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, employment law, and HR compliance.
• Experience overseeing HR operations for a multi-location organization.
• Experience using HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coach leaders, influence decision-making, and build strong working relationships.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience leading Talent Acquisition or Recruiting functions.
• Experience overseeing payroll operations and partnering closely with payroll teams.
• Multi-state employment law and compliance experience.
• Experience supporting organizations with 1,000+ employees.
• Experience with change management, employee engagement, and organizational development initiatives.
• HR analytics, reporting, and workforce planning experience.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional employee experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Join Our Team

Join Carter Myers Automotive (CMA), a 100% employee-owned company where associates have the opportunity to share in the success of the business through our ESOP. If you're a collaborative HR leader passionate about supporting employees, developing teams, and driving organizational success, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we're committed to Moving Lives Forward.

Owners Just Care More.