Human Resources Manager

Job DescriptionWe are recruiting for a Human Resources Manager to join a highly engaged human resources team of a long-standing and well-respected professional services organization based in Sacramento. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources, this key position will be a strategic Human Resources Business Partner and Manager, overseeing a team of three and driving key initiatives across talent acquisition, employee relations, employee engagement, and talent development. Our client offers a collaborative environment, great benefits and this is an exciting opportunity for a human resources professional who enjoys both strategic and tactical work and is passionate about building strong organizational culture and employee experience.Location: Sacramento, CA (Hybrid)Salary range: $125,000-$135,000 + BonusSchedule: HybridPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESServe as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees on complex employee relations matters.Conduct thorough, fair, and timely investigations and recommend appropriate actions.Partner with leadership to strengthen employee engagement, morale, and retention.Support conflict resolution, coaching, and performance improvement plans.Oversee full-cycle recruitment for key roles, ensuring a high-quality candidate experience.Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent.Partner with department leaders on workforce planning and organizational design needs.Lead performance management processes, including goal-setting, evaluations, and development planning.Implement leadership development, training programs, and career pathing initiatives.Identify skill gaps and recommend learning solutions to support organizational capability.Support compensation and benefits administration, including annual reviews and benchmarking.Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including California-specific regulations.Oversee human resources policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistency and compliance.Leverage HRIS systems to improve reporting, analytics, and operational efficiency.Manage, mentor, and develop a team of three human resources professionals.Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture focused on service excellence.Delegate effectively while remaining hands-on with key human resources initiatives.SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, advancing from HR Generalist to HRBP or HR Manager.Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field required.Strong expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, and talent development.Demonstrated experience managing human resources programs, projects, and initiatives from concept to execution.Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and partner at all levels of the organization.Strong understanding of California employment law and human resources compliance requirements.Experience leading or mentoring human resources team members.Proficiency with HRIS platforms and comfort using data to inform decisions.Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.

Created: 2026-04-02