Human Resources Manager

Position: Human Resources Manager Classification: Full-Time / Exempt Reports to: Human Resources Director Department: Human Resources Updated: March 2026 Summary: The Human Resources Manager is directly responsible oversight for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of all human resource functions (Talent Acquisition, Payroll & Benefits Administration, Safety, and other Business Partner core roles) within their region. The HR Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of processes that support the organization's business goals, carrying multi-site responsibility in both guiding prioritization and working alongside their teams. Essential Functions * Plans, organizes and controls all activities of the Human Resources department within their respective regions. Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems. * Understands the business model and connect HR objectives to the current strategic initiatives. * Coaches and develops Human Resources Team Members. Advises all organizational leaders on best practices in performance management and Team Member engagement. * Develops and implements HR practices that increase Team Member engagement by enhancing the overall Team Member Experience. * Implements and updates the compensation program; assists in rewriting job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys and develops merit pool (salary budget); analyzes compensation. * Develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains company handbook; oversees benefits administration and payroll processing including annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness and productivity. * Leads and supports recruitment effort for all exempt, nonexempt and temporary workers; manages process standards for selection process; works with hiring managers to ensure selection process effectiveness; directly involved in selection process of key leadership team hires; conducts reference checking; extends job offers; monitors career-path program and employee relations. * Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed. * Counsels management on personnel issues; serve as a credible and effective sounding board and source of information for business leaders. * Maintains organizational charts and advises leadership team on organizational development. * Optimize the key engagement processes of talent acquisition, onboarding, leadership development, Team Member engagement, Team Member relations and performance management. * Demonstrate and maintain working expertise on current federal and state regulations. Develop and oversee policies and procedures including employment processing, payroll, records management, safety, Team Member relations and retention, and compliance. * Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management and HR teams on needed actions. * Oversee investigation process and intermediate as necessary to address Team Member concerns (e.g. harassment, conflicts, etc.) * Updates and drives compliance to Safety Program in coordination with organizational leaders. Works to continuously improve safety and ensures Team Member compliance with Safety Program. * Leads team to prepare and respond to relevant external audits and surveys. * Supervises workers' compensation incidents, including reporting of OSHA claims and logs, with appropriate third-party vendor and track activity as needed. * Builds upon existing expertise by participating in seminars related to various HR disciplines; keeps abreast of current HR trends that may advance or protect the interests of the organization. Competencies * Well-developed business acumen * Strong verbal communication skills * Strong written communication skills * Critical thinking and evaluation skills * Time and stress management skills * Able to work well independently * Proactive self-start with initiative * Analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to collaborate and partner * High level of detail and accuracy * Superior organizational skills * Work independently and on a team * Proficient with MS Office Suite * Sound knowledge of HR Law Work Environment While performing the responsibilities of the Human Resources Manager's job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the Human Resources Manager will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Human Resources Manager's job. The Human Resources Manager works in a professional office environment using standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Physical Demands These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Human Resources Manager's job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the Human Resources Manager's job. While performing the responsibilities of the Human Resources Manager's job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required for this job include close vision. Expected Work Schedule This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position occasionally requires longer hours and weekend work. Travel Travel expectations include a routine cadence of onsite presence at the locations/branches they support. Supervisory Responsibilities The Human Resources Manager directly supervises Human Resources Team Members in their regions. Desired Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree or equivalent level of verifiable experience in Human Resources, Business, or Organization Development * 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources * Specialized training in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, organization development, employee relations, safety, training, and preventive labor relations, preferred. * Active affiliation with appropriate Human Resources networks and organizations and ongoing community involvement preferred. * Possess ongoing affiliations with leaders in successful companies and organizations that practice effective Human Resources Management. Other Duties This job description is not designed to contain an exhaustive listing of tasks, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member. Tasks, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Drug-Free & Smoke-Free Workplace DJ's Landscape Management is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, new Team Members are required to pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in and pass random drug tests during their active employment. Post-accident and / or safety incident drug-testing is also required as a condition of employment. In addition, DJ's Landscape Management maintains a smoke free/tobacco free policy. Smoking or other use of tobacco products (including, but not limited to, cigarettes, E cigarettes, pipes, cigars, snuff, or chewing tobacco) is prohibited during work hours and/or while on customer sites, DJ's properties, or while in DJ's vehicles/equipment.

Created: 2026-04-02