Human Resources Manager (HR Manager)

Colonial Lincoln; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Company-Paid Life and Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Maternity Leave

Employee Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) in Charlottesville, VA is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a workforce of 1,248 employees. This leadership role involves partnering with business leaders to drive employee relations, compliance, and talent acquisition.

As a key member of the team, you will lead six HR and Recruiting professionals, ensuring effective service delivery while fostering a positive employee experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to implement HR strategies.
• Lead and develop a team of six HR professionals.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Oversee talent acquisition and onboarding programs.
• Support payroll operations and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Employee relations

Performance management

HR compliance

Talent acquisition

Coaching leaders

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms

Paylocity

Job description

Description

Human Resources Manager

Charlottesville, VA | On-Site Leadership Role | Hybrid Flexibility

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.