Strategic HR Manager — People & Compliance Leader

Child Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K

Job summary

Child Inc in Austin, Texas is seeking a seasoned HR Manager to lead day-to-day human resources operations and ensure compliance with Head Start standards.

You will oversee talent acquisition, benefits administration, wage and salary planning, training, and employee relations, collaborating with leadership to support staff and strengthen families served.

This full-time role requires strong communication, policy development, and a proactive approach to workforce planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• SPHR/PHR/SHRM certification preferred.
• Experience with Head Start or nonprofit HR programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations including talent acquisition, retention, benefits, and compliance.
• Develop, implement and maintain personnel policies in line with regulations.
• Lead staff development, performance management and wage/salary administration.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Master's degree preferred

SPHR/PHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP

Tools

HRIS/Payroll Systems

MS Office

Vendor portals

Job description

Child Inc in Austin, Texas is seeking a seasoned HR Manager to lead day-to-day human resources operations and ensure compliance with Head Start standards.

You will oversee talent acquisition, benefits administration, wage and salary planning, training, and employee relations, collaborating with leadership to support staff and strengthen families served.

This full-time role requires strong communication, policy development, and a proactive approach to workforce planning.