Human Resources Manager

Position Description: This position is responsible for benefit plans, compensation, talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.

Specific Job Tasks

• Develops and/or recommends human resources policies and programs consistent with established policies and programs.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments of staff. This may include professional licensure, aptitude exams and certifications.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with hiring staff to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave;

disciplinary matters, performance and talent management, recognition, and training and development.

• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• May attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Coordinates agency’s equity and inclusion program.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends and new technologies in human resources and talent management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Passion for working with the American Indian community essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn HRIS and/or other talent management systems.
• American Indian professional preferred.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• At least three years of human resource management experience, and three to five years of human resources experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Very light lifting (less than 15 pounds) may be required occasionally.
• The AIFC is a low noise facility (under 30 dB) and has private and shared offices and conference rooms.
• Some remote work may be required