Human Resources Manager

Kerusso - Human Resources ManagerDo you have a passion for helping people succeed? Do you thrive in a fast-paced team environment? Kerusso, the nation's leading brand of Inspirational faith-themed Apparel, Gifts & Accessories is seeking an awesome new team member! At Kerusso, our culture is equal parts casual, candid, and driven. We're serious about delivering results for our customers, our company, and our Team, while at the same time enjoying what we do.Working at Kerusso: "One Team One Mission"At Kerusso we're passionate about our work and are driven by our purpose:Proclaiming the Good News to the World through products about Jesus. Our Team Motto is: "One Team, One Mission!" Each and every day we work together to achieve that shared mission.Founded by Vic Kennett in 1987, Kerusso employs 130 outstanding team members operating out of our 150,000 sq. ft. facilities nestled in the beautiful Ozark Mountains.For 38 years, Kerusso has produced Christian faith themed apparel & accessories and sets the standard as a 7-time member of INC. 5000's list of fastest growing privately held companies in America. Our brand motto is "Change Your Shirt. Change the World!" Other brands by Kerusso include: Cherished Girl, Grace & Truth, Blessed Girl, HOLD FAST, and Light Source. Kerusso products can be found online and at more than 3,000 retailers around the globe.The RoleThe HR Manager at Kerusso acts as a mission champion and change agent. The role assesses and anticipates HR-related needs and makes plans and executes upon them.The successful candidate will be a creative, collaborative, high-energy leader who is a self-starter and a team player. They will have a Bachelor's degree in human resources or a field of business acumen; with a minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience and an active HR professional certification. Having this experience in a Manufacturing or fulfillment / logistics environment is a big plus. The HR leadership role at Kerusso is a hands-on, roll up your sleeves, leadership & management position responsible for administering and supporting all the team member related needs of the company. The HR Manager is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with leadership, supporting the entire organization and its business objectives.This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: Employee and culture advocacy, strategic planning, leadership advisor, compensation, HRIS administration, benefits administration, employee relations, analytics/metrics, training, performance management, talent management, on-boarding, policy implementation, employment law compliance and safety.Essential FunctionsThe workload is a mixture of transformational and transactional responsibilities.Develops HR strategies, policies, programs and initiatives that will result in compliance and optimal business outcomes, as well as, enhancing the current high-performance, mission-driven workplace culture.Plays lead role in administering the compensation program; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.Performs benefits administration, including claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment and communicating benefits information to employees.Develops and maintains the affirmative action program in conjunction with the Personnel Management firm; files EEO-1 report and EEO component 2 report annually; and maintains other records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations.Conducts recruitment and hiring effort for all exempt and nonexempt personnel; conducts new-employee on-boarding and record-keeping.Assists with employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling and exit interviewing.Maintains company organization charts.Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports from the database. May export data to the Personnel Management firm for analysis and metrics.Maintains compliance with federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations in conjunction with the Personnel Management firm.Plays key role as advisor/coach in employee relations and advocacy while maintaining corporate balance. This includes disciplinary action and investigations on complex matters.Maintains knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks/liabilities and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the Personnel Management firm for compliance assistance as needed.Facilitates policies and programs to ensure team member and facility safety, welfare, support and security.Participates in evaluation and monitoring of both individual and executive-level training programs to ensure success. May research, prepare and present training or recommend outsourced options.Prepares and posts OSHA safety logs in accordance with OSHA regulations.Conducts management and non-management training such as Supervisor 101, harassment and discrimination, workplace harmony and/or other topics approved by leadership.Maintains and regularly updates the employee handbook and policy manualsTrack and publish HR metrics to the company executives to improve utilization and job satisfaction of company personnelStays up to date on new regulations and HR best practices and shares with management teamExperience working with legal counsel as directed by CEO or VP Finance on personnel matters.Core CompetenciesBusiness AcumenCommunicationEthical PracticeMission Cultural AwarenessHR KnowledgeRelationship ManagementAdaptability/FlexibilityProblem Solving/CreativityTeam BuildingMicrosoft Office SuiteCustomer ServiceHRIS System managementPreferred & Required Education, Experience and MindsetPassion for people and the Kerusso Mission.Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experienceBachelor's degree in human resources or field of business acumenActive professional HR certification from accredited HR organization (i.e. PHR, SHRM-CP) preferredProficient knowledge of current HR practices, disciplines and employment lawExcellent organizational skills with ability to switch gears as workload demandsResults-driven hands-on mentalityOutstanding communication and interpersonal skills, presentation skills and project management capabilityStrong proficiency in MS Office Suite software (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Strong proficiency in HRM software systemsA general corporate insurance background is helpful, but not required.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.LocationThe role is based on-site at our company headquarters in Berryville Arkansas. 1 day a week remote if commuting is possible. 1 HR east of Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville, and 45 minutes south of Branson, MO. Northwest Arkansas is noted for its exceptional quality of life and ranks highly as a best place to live.ReportingThe HR Manager reports to our CFO. This position will work closely with all company leaders, dept. heads, managers and supervisors to drive culture, excellence and growth.

Created: 2025-06-08