HR Manager

Company: Basin Harbor Resort & Boat Club
Location: Vergennes, VT 05491

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Summary:

The Human Resources Manager is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of the human resources function at Basin Harbor. The Human Resources Manager also serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues and is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Develops and administers various human resource plans and procedures for all staff year-round and seasonal staff
  • Plans, organizes and controls all activities of the department. Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems
  • Implements and annually updates the compensation program; rewrites job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys; analyzes compensation; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary
  • Develops, recommends and implements policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures; performs benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness, information activities program and cash flow
  • Develops and oversees implementation of employment recruitment programs, including the coordination and administration of recruitment of international staff
  • Works with supervisors to write and post job ads and screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checks; extends job offers; conducts new-employee orientations
  • Oversees onboarding procedures; develops and deploys orientation materials
  • Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars
  • Maintains organizational charts
  • Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department initiatives in relation to established goals Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
  • Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws. Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues; conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations
  • Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance; partners with outside legal team as needed/required
  • Provides day-to-day performance management guidance (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
  • Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
  • Develops employment terms for new hires, promotions and transfers
  • Assists international employees with new work assignments and related HR matters
  • Provides guidance and input on restructures, workforce planning and succession planning
  • Identifies training needs for departments and individual executive coaching needs
  • Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success; follows up to ensure training objectives are met
  • Maintains department budget

Essential Qualifications and Competencies:

  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Critical evaluation skills
  • A commitment to ethical practice and legal compliance
  • Business acumen
  • Relationship management
  • Global & cultural Awareness
  • 5+ of HR Generalist experience (or equivalent education plus experience)
  • Proficiency and accuracy in using MS Office products such as Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Professional representation of self and property are essential, with a strong commitment to outstanding customer service
  • Ability to consistently display courtesy, etiquette and enthusiasm on the phone and in person
  • Ability to maintain comprehensive records and work under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Have the stamina to work up to 10+ hours: sitting, standing and walking
  • Ability to bend, stoop, lift up to 25lbs, reach overhead and perform repetitive motion.
  • May involve walking between venues and climbing stairs between floors
  • Must be willing and able to pass a background check