Human Resources Manager
1 day ago
Fargo
Job DescriptionJob Title: Human Resources Manager Job Description The Human Resources Manager leads full-cycle HR operations with a strong focus on talent acquisition, employee onboarding, benefits administration, and HR process optimization. This role partners closely with leadership and hiring managers to attract top talent, support employee engagement and retention, and ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices. The Human Resources Manager also manages HR systems, data integrity, and reporting to provide insights that support strategic workforce planning. Responsibilities • Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for exempt and non-exempt positions, from requisition through offer acceptance., • Partner with hiring managers to develop effective recruiting strategies and workforce planning initiatives aligned with organizational needs., • Source, screen, interview, and evaluate candidates to ensure strong alignment with role requirements and organizational culture., • Coordinate and manage job postings, applicant tracking systems, and recruitment marketing efforts to attract qualified talent., • Ensure a positive, professional candidate experience from application through hire, including timely communication and feedback., • Monitor hiring metrics and trends, and identify opportunities to improve recruitment effectiveness and time-to-fill., • Design, coordinate, and continuously improve onboarding programs that support successful integration of new employees., • Facilitate new hire orientation and ensure completion of all required documentation and onboarding tasks., • Partner with department leaders to ensure new employees receive appropriate training, resources, and support., • Conduct regular check-ins with new hires to support engagement, address concerns, and improve retention., • Maintain and update onboarding materials, policies, and procedures to keep them current and effective., • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits programs and respond to employee inquiries., • Administer health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, and other employee benefit offerings accurately and timely., • Coordinate annual open enrollment activities, including employee communications and education., • Collaborate with benefit providers and brokers to resolve employee questions, issues, and escalations., • Ensure compliance with applicable benefits-related regulations and reporting requirements., • Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HRIS data, ensuring data integrity and security., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across HR operations., • Support performance management processes, including coaching leaders on performance and employee relations matters., • Assist with employee relations issues by providing guidance, documentation, and policy interpretation., • Support policy administration, including communication, updates, and consistent application across the organization., • Assist with compensation analysis and salary benchmarking to support competitive and equitable pay practices., • Contribute to workforce planning efforts by providing HR insights and data to leadership., • Develop and implement HR processes and procedures that promote efficiency, scalability, and a positive employee experience., • Generate HR reports and metrics for leadership review, providing analysis and recommendations based on data., • Support talent management initiatives, including development, engagement, and retention strategies., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align HR practices with organizational goals and project requirements, including environments such as tilt-up, concrete, structural steel, and data center projects.Essential Skills, • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field., • Progressive Human Resources experience (multiple years) covering key HR functional areas., • Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruiting and onboarding programs., • Strong knowledge of employee benefits administration, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and life insurance programs., • Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices., • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint., • Experience with employee relations, including supporting performance management and policy administration., • Experience in talent management, including recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives., • Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to employees at all levels., • Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines., • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with employees and leaders., • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism., • Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on practical, compliant, and employee-centered solutions., • Project management skills, including the ability to plan, execute, and improve HR programs and initiatives.Additional Skills & Qualifications, • Experience supporting HR functions in environments involving tilt-up, concrete, structural steel, or data center projects., • Familiarity with HRIS systems and applicant tracking systems for managing employee data and recruitment workflows., • Experience developing and refining onboarding materials, policies, and procedures., • Ability to interpret and apply HR policies consistently while balancing organizational and employee needs., • Experience monitoring and reporting on HR metrics, such as hiring, turnover, and engagement indicators., • Comfort working in a dynamic environment where HR processes are evolving and scaling., • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and department leaders to achieve HR and business objectives.Work Environment The Human Resources Manager works in a professional office environment that relies heavily on digital tools and systems. The role uses HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, and the Microsoft Office 365 Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint, to manage HR processes, documentation, and communication. The position involves regular collaboration with department leaders, project teams, and employees across the organization, including those working on tilt-up, concrete, structural steel, and data center projects. The work typically follows standard business hours, with flexibility as needed to support recruitment activities, onboarding sessions, and time-sensitive HR matters. The environment emphasizes professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy in handling employee information and HR documentation, with an expectation of appropriate business attire aligned with a corporate office setting. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Fargo, ND. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $120000.00/yr. 401k vision dental health medical Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fargo,ND. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.