Human Resources (HR) Manager

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee core HR functions for a company in the Eatontown, NJ area. This Long-term Contract position will play a central role in supporting workforce planning, employee relations, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations within a regulated environment. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong knowledge of employment practices, and the ability to guide leaders while maintaining consistent and compliant people processes.

Responsibilities:

•Partner with leadership to shape HR initiatives that support business objectives, staffing needs, and organizational effectiveness.

•Provide guidance on workforce planning, succession considerations, and team structure to help leaders make informed talent decisions.

•Handle sensitive employee matters, including investigations, corrective actions, grievances, and performance-related concerns with consistency and discretion.

•Support labor relations activities by interpreting collective bargaining terms, assisting with grievance processes, and contributing to negotiation preparation when needed.

•Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local employment regulations and maintain HR practices that reduce legal and operational risk.

•Direct HR recordkeeping, reporting, and audit preparation to ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and ready for review.

•Lead hiring efforts for administrative, property management, and maintenance roles, while strengthening onboarding practices to improve retention and early success.

•Administer compensation and benefits programs, support job classification alignment, and help maintain equitable pay practices.

•Oversee HR policies, employee files, and HR information systems while identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting.

•Coordinate training initiatives focused on compliance, safety, supervisory capability, and manager coaching to strengthen performance and employee engagement.

Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
•At least 5 years of progressively responsible HR experience, with additional experience in regulated, public sector, or nonprofit settings viewed favorably.
•Strong working knowledge of employment law, HR compliance standards, and documentation best practices.
•Experience managing employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary processes, and conflict resolution.
•Familiarity with labor relations and unionized work environments is preferred.
•Hands-on experience with recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, personnel records, and HR policy management.
•Proficiency with HRIS platforms, reporting tools, and maintaining accurate employee data.
•Demonstrated ability to advise leaders, enforce policy consistently, and balance workforce needs with risk management priorities.

Compensation

$40.00-$45.00 Hourly

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