HR Manager (Loew''''s Jersey Theatre)

WHO WE ARE:

Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., Loew's Jersey Theatre, the Delaware Blue Coats, the Utica Comets and a variety of other sports and entertainment properties. Led by some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, HBSE positions itself as a pioneering and innovative global sports and entertainment business enterprise. We also strive to positively impact the local communities in which we operate through the powerful platform of sports. HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth and a quest to excel in everything we do.

As part of its portfolio, Prudential Center in downtown Newark, N.J. annually hosts more than 200 games, concerts, family shows and special events and is a top-5 ranked sports and entertainment venue in the U.S. by Pollstar and Billboard. It is home to the New Jersey Devils, a renowned NHL franchise with three Stanley Cup championships and a proud, passionate fan base. HBSE also owns the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers, one of the most storied franchises in American sports, having won three championships led by some of the most iconic athletes in NBA history.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION:

At HBSE, we are dedicated to hiring the best talent from the communities where we live, work and play - across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Loew's Jersey Theatre, an HBSE-affiliated venue, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and execute all people operations and office management functions for the venue. This role will play a critical hands-on role during the first 3-6 months, focusing on stabilizing HR operations, supporting management, and building scalable processes, training, and infrastructure.

This position is onsite at Loew's Jersey Theatre and serves as a key partner to venue leadership while maintaining strong alignment with HBSE/Prudential Center HR team.The role reports directly to the General Manager, Loew's Jersey Theatre, with a dotted-line (dual) reporting relationship to the HR department.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED, TO THE BELOW:

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle (Primary Focus - First 3-6 Months)

• Own, manage and execute all HR day-to-day operations for Loew's Jersey Theatre, including employee onboarding and offboarding, new hire orientation, and documentation, employee records management and compliance support.
• Serve as the primary HR partner to the General Manager and department leaders on staff management guidance, employee relations support, performance management best practices.
• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for venue employees, escalating issues as appropriate to HBSE HR leadership
• Ensure venue‑level HR practices align with HBSE and Prudential Center policies and standards
• Implements human resources processes and procedures by establishing department standard operating procedures that will continuously improve HR operations maintenance, employee inquiries, reconcile benefit vendor invoices, and lead compliance audits and testing.

Manager Support, Training, & HR Resources

• Support venue managers with tools, guidance, and resources related to Hiring and onboarding, staff scheduling and timekeeping, performance conversations and corrective action plans as needed.
• Develop and maintain HR materials, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), manager toolkits and guidance documents, staff onboarding and training materials
• Create and deliver training resources for managers across departments, ensuring consistency and scalability

Office Management & Administrative Oversight

• Serve as Office Manager for Loew's Jersey Theatre, overseeing administrative and operational office functions
• Manage and oversee timecard and attendance processes, including monitoring accuracy and compliance, supporting managers and employees with timekeeping questions, partnering with payroll and HR- HBSE teams as needed
• Partner with payroll department & communicate all employee related changes within ADP & time tracking systems
• Coordinate office logistics, supplies, and vendor relationships tied to administrative and HR functions
• Support internal audits, reporting, and operational readiness as needed

Talent Acquisition Systems & Vendor Management

• Manage and oversee Talent Acquisition platforms and vendors, including but not limited to Hirebridge, Teamwork Online, & LinkedIn
• Build and deliver scalable learning & development materials for people leaders, including toolkits, trainings, and resources that reinforce effective people management, policy compliance, performance best practices, and specifically the talent acquisition and hiring processes.
• Maintain and support other HR functional systems used by the venue

Reporting, Communication & Cross-Entity Collaboration

• Provide weekly updates and reporting to HBSE HR team
• Maintain strong communication and alignment between Loew's Jersey Theatre leadership and HBSE HR team.
• Participate in meetings, initiatives, and projects as required to support organizational goals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3- 5 years of progressive HR or People Operations experience, preferably in Hospitality, entertainment, venue operations, or multi-site organizations
• Strong working knowledge of HR operations, employee lifecycle management, and compliance
• Experience managing HR systems, applicant tracking systems, and external vendors
• Proven ability to work in a hands-on, operational HR role
• Ability to operate in a dual-reporting, matrixed organization
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build trust and credibility with managers and employees at all levels

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Travel Requirements: Post Opening of Loew's Jersey Theatre, this position is anticipated to spend at least one day a week onsite at the Prudential Center. May also be required to travel on rare occasions (<5% travel); trips may require air travel and/or overnight stay for one or more nights.
• Work Environment: This position generally requires that work be performed from Loew's Jersey Theatre, but attendance at events taking place at Loew's Jersey Theatre or offsite at other HBSE venues, including on weekends and/or holidays, may be required.
• Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $60,000 and $85,000/year. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This position will be an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The benefits package for the position may include the following subject to the terms of the then-in-effect Company policies, plan documents and other eligibility criteria:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pretax Transportation Benefit
• 401K (with a company match after 1 year of service)
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Complimentary or Discounted Sports & Concert Tickets
• Other League & Partner Discounts

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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