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Human Resources Manager

Vaco
$110,000.00 - $120,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan

Jul 03, 2026
A growing, multi-site organization is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the day-to-day human resources function while partnering closely with leadership on strategic initiatives. This is a hands-on role responsible for overseeing the full employee lifecycle, including payroll, benefits, employee relations, talent acquisition, and performance management. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building processes, and is comfortable balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day operational responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who wants to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization. Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of the human resources function, including employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, compensation, and performance management. Provide oversight of multi-state payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous process improvement. Serve as the primary resource for employee benefits administration, vendor relationships, annual renewals, and benefits-related compliance activities. Manage workers' compensation claims, leave administration, and partner with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures. Support compensation initiatives, including salary administration, incentive programs, and market analysis. Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for a variety of positions while partnering with hiring managers to develop effective talent acquisition strategies. Coach and support leaders on employee relations matters, performance management, policy interpretation, and organizational development. Develop, implement, and improve HR processes, programs, and best practices to support organizational growth. Leverage HRIS and payroll technology to improve reporting, streamline workflows, and enhance the employee experience. Partner with leadership on employee engagement initiatives, retention strategies, and ongoing talent development. Support HR compliance initiatives and maintain current knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations. Provide leadership and mentorship to members of the HR team while fostering a collaborative, service-oriented culture. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred. 7+ years of progressive human resources experience, with responsibility across multiple HR disciplines. Experience overseeing multi-state payroll, employee benefits administration, employee relations, recruiting, and compensation programs. Previous leadership or supervisory experience, or demonstrated readiness to step into an HR management role. Experience working in a fast-paced, operational environment such as manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or another multi-site organization preferred. Bilingual Spanish skills are strongly preferred. Experience administering HRIS and payroll systems, with the ability to optimize processes and reporting. Working knowledge of leave administration, workers' compensation, and employment law. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage changing priorities. Hands-on leader who enjoys building processes, improving operations, and partnering with employees at all levels. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.