Hybrid Employment Practices Manager

Baxter Auto; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive pay + bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Baxter Shared Services is hiring an Employment Practices Manager (HR Manager) to lead employee relations, investigations, policy development, and compliance across multiple markets. You will collaborate with General Managers and leaders, drive training, and partner with legal counsel on complex matters.

The role emphasizes a proactive, collaborative approach, with a hybrid work model, competitive pay, and a strong benefits package to support employee well-being and development.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of complex employee relations experience with emphasis on conflict resolution and investigations.
• Knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations (EEO, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Worker’s Compensation).
• Ability to travel to assigned store locations across Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, and Wisconsin.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must be 18+ and have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with General Managers, Store Leaders, and employees at all levels.
• Conduct internal investigations into misconduct, poor performance, and policy violations.
• Develop leaders’ abilities in performance management and employment-related policies.
• Provide training on employment topics to enhance legal knowledge and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Manage leave of absence processes (FMLA, ADA, disability, workers’ comp) in locations.
• Oversee unemployment claim processes for assigned locations.
• Maintain a collaborative, trustful work environment and support employee satisfaction.
• Review pre-employment screening results and guide Talent Acquisition.
• Coordinate worker authorization documentation and reporting.
• Engage with legal counsel on employment topics as needed.
• Participate in policy-focused HR projects and vendor RFPs.
• Partner with benefits to communicate employment topics to leaders.

Skills

Employee relations

Investigations

Conflict resolution

Employment law knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

PHR and/or SPHR certification (plus)

Job description

Baxter Shared Services is hiring an Employment Practices Manager (HR Manager) to lead employee relations, investigations, policy development, and compliance across multiple markets. You will collaborate with General Managers and leaders, drive training, and partner with legal counsel on complex matters.

The role emphasizes a proactive, collaborative approach, with a hybrid work model, competitive pay, and a strong benefits package to support employee well-being and development.