Human Resources Manager
Webster, Texas, United States
Job Description
Position Summary
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing HR functions for a 100-employee, family-focused umbrella organization covering more than two distinct employer companies, each with its own set of policies. The primary focus of this role is Talent Acquisition, onboarding, and occasional offboarding - supporting a steady volume of approximately 2-3 technician hires per month as well as occasional addition of administrative staff as the company continues to grow
The ideal candidate is a high-integrity, people-centered leader with strong judgment, confidentiality, and a deep commitment to fostering a respectful, supportive, and values-aligned workplace.
Key Responsibilities (in order of priority)
Qualifications
Required
Education
Certification
Also a Plus
Personal Characteristics
Compensation & Benefits
Employment Details
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing HR functions for a 100-employee, family-focused umbrella organization covering more than two distinct employer companies, each with its own set of policies. The primary focus of this role is Talent Acquisition, onboarding, and occasional offboarding - supporting a steady volume of approximately 2-3 technician hires per month as well as occasional addition of administrative staff as the company continues to grow
The ideal candidate is a high-integrity, people-centered leader with strong judgment, confidentiality, and a deep commitment to fostering a respectful, supportive, and values-aligned workplace.
Key Responsibilities (in order of priority)
- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
- Manage full-cycle recruiting for all roles, from job posting to offer letter.
- Support an ongoing volume of approximately 2-3 technician hires per month.
- Partner with hiring managers to forecast staffing needs and build quality candidate pipelines.
- Conduct interviews, reference checks, and evaluate candidate fit for both technical skills and cultural alignment.
- Personally oversee the onboarding process, new hire paperwork, benefits enrollment, and first-week orientation.
- Manage occasional offboarding processes with professionalism and care.
- Compensation & Benefits Administration
- Manage salary benchmarking and recommend competitive pay structures.
- Oversee benefits programs including health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, FMLA, and leave programs.
- Support employees with benefits questions, claims issues, and open enrollment.
- Partner with leadership on annual compensation planning and budgeting.
- HR Systems & Reporting
- Maintain the HRIS (payroll, benefits, PTO tracking, evaluations).
- Manage payroll processing.
- Create reports and metrics related to turnover, hiring, retention, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
- Drive process improvements to HR workflows.
- Employee Relations & Culture
- Build strong, trusting relationships with employees at all levels.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and conflict resolution.
- Coach managers on effective leadership, communication, and performance coaching.
- Maintain a workplace atmosphere that is safe, supportive, and aligned with company values.
- Protect confidentiality at all times and act with unquestionable integrity.
- Performance Management and Misc
- Assist managers in writing evaluations and delivering feedback.
- Track promotions, raises, and employee milestones.
- Other duties as assigned and commensurate with successful applicant's skillset.
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience; open to a strong Generalist ready to step into a Manager-level role.
- Thorough understanding of employment law (federal and state).
- Demonstrated track record of discretion, ethical decision-making, and high personal integrity.
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field preferred - but not required with sufficient experience.
Certification
- SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR preferred. The company is willing to sponsor certification for the right candidate.
Also a Plus
- Experience in a service-based or technical industry.
- Background working in a family-owned or family-centric culture.
- Experience managing HR for a company between 75-150 employees.
Personal Characteristics
- High integrity and strong moral compass - always does the right thing, even when difficult.
- Warm, approachable, and empathetic; builds trust with employees at all levels.
- Adaptable and flexible - willing to adjust approach based on each company's needs and culture.
- Calm under pressure with excellent judgment in sensitive situations.
- Values transparency, consistency, and fairness.
- Proactive problem-solver who improves systems and processes.
- Highly professional, polished, and organized.
Compensation & Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off, holidays, and leave programs
- Family-friendly policies and supportive work culture
- SHRM certification sponsorship available for the right candidate
Employment Details
- This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a 90-day contract period.
- This role is 100% on-site at our Webster, Texas location. Due to the highly people-focused and confidential nature of the work, it is not a remote or hybrid position.
- A background check is required prior to start
- Target start date: June 2026
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