Senior Human Resources Manager

Edulog (Education Logistics, LLC); Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

401(k) with company match

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Edulog seeks a Senior Human Resources Manager to lead the HR function, partnering with leaders to deliver practical, thoughtful HR support. The role blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a smaller organization, offering broad ownership and visible impact.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in HR, strong policy and compliance knowledge, and experience shaping compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, and HRIS programs while developing the HR team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in HR or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including employee relations and broad HR duties.
• Experience leading an HR function or large programs is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in a small to mid-sized organization with strategic and hands-on roles.
• Knowledge of employment law, compliance, compensation, benefits, HRIS, performance and talent acquisition.
• Experience developing and mentoring HR team members.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR leader and advisor to managers on people and workplace matters.
• Lead day-to-day HR operations, priorities, and service delivery.
• Coach managers on performance, development and difficult people decisions.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, recruitment and workforce planning.
• Ensure HR policies, compliance and data integrity across systems.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Coaching

Policy compliance

Strategic thinking

Change management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

The Senior Human Resources Manager serves as the company's senior day-to-day HR leader, providing hands-on leadership across the full range of human resources programs and practices. This role partners closely with leaders and managers while ensuring employees receive consistent, responsive and thoughtful HR support. The ideal candidate is an experienced, well-rounded HR professional who is comfortable working independently, navigating complex employee and organizational issues, and moving between strategic thinking and hands‑on execution. This individual will lead and continuously improve HR practices while helping managers make sound people decisions and ensuring programs and processes support the needs of the business. This is an opportunity for an experienced HR leader who enjoys working in a smaller organization where they can have broad ownership, build strong relationships, and make a visible impact.

Key Responsibilities

HR Leadership & Manager Support

• Serve as the primary HR resource and trusted advisor to managers and leaders on employee, performance and workplace matters.
• Provide practical coaching and guidance to managers on performance, communication, employee development and difficult people decisions.
• Lead the day-to-day HR function, establishing priorities and ensuring HR programs and services are delivered effectively.
• Manage, coach and develop members of the HR team.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, practices and the overall employee experience.

Employee Relations & Performance

• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including performance concerns, workplace issues, corrective action and separations.
• Conduct or coordinate workplace investigations when appropriate.
• Support managers in addressing performance issues early, consistently and effectively.
• Lead the company's performance management processes and recommend improvements as the organization's needs evolve.
• Promote consistent and equitable application of company policies and practices.

Compensation & Talent

• Administer and maintain the company's compensation structure, including job levels, salary ranges and related compensation practices.
• Support leaders with compensation decisions, job evaluations, promotions and organizational changes.
• Oversee recruiting and selection practices and help managers identify effective approaches to attracting and selecting talent.
• Support workforce planning, employee development and retention efforts.

Benefits, HRIS & HR Operations

• Provide leadership and oversight for employee benefits programs, including annual open enrollment and ongoing vendor relationships.
• Ensure effective utilization and administration of the company's HRIS and related systems.
• Identify opportunities to streamline, automate and improve HR processes and employee/manager self-service.
• Maintain accurate employee records, reporting and HR documentation.
• Use workforce data and HR metrics to identify trends and support decision‑making.

Compliance & Policy

• Maintain current knowledge of federal, state and local employment requirements and ensure HR practices remain compliant.
• Develop, maintain and communicate HR policies and procedures.
• Partner with outside counsel, brokers, vendors and other advisors as appropriate.
• Identify HR-related risks and bring significant concerns to leadership with recommended courses of action.

Culture & Employee Experience

• Support initiatives that strengthen communication, engagement and the employee experience.
• Help leaders and managers reinforce company values and expectations.
• Listen to employee feedback and identify themes or opportunities requiring attention.
• Support organizational change and communication efforts as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience independently handling employee relations, manager coaching and broad HR responsibilities.
• Prior experience leading an HR function, team or significant HR programs strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a small to mid‑sized organization where HR leaders are expected to be both strategic and hands‑on strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment law and HR compliance.
• Experience with compensation, benefits, HRIS, performance management and talent acquisition.
• Experience managing and developing HR team members.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong judgment and ability to navigate sensitive and complex employee situations.
• Comfortable operating independently and making recommendations with limited direction.
• Credible and approachable partner to employees, managers and senior leaders.
• Strong coaching, communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Able to balance employee needs with business considerations.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑moving environment.
• Practical, solutions‑oriented approach to HR.
• Willingness to be hands‑on and personally execute work when needed.
• Ability to recognize when an issue requires escalation or outside expertise.
• High degree of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional development opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Collaborative and mission‑driven culture