Manager, Human Resources

Join the Black Cultural Zone CDC as a Manager, Human Resources!

Are you a strategic HR leader who is passionate about building people-centered organizations rooted in equity and mission? The Black Cultural Zone CDC (BCZ) is seeking a Manager, Human Resources to provide strategic leadership and oversight of HR operations, payroll processing, HRIS administration, and compliance for our growing organization. This role is essential to sustaining the people infrastructure that powers BCZ's community impact.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead HR Strategy and Operations: Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight of all HR functions including payroll, HRIS administration, compliance, benefits, and team member relations.
• Oversee Payroll Processing: Administer and ensure accuracy of full payroll processing, including timecard verification, leave tracking, and data entry into the HRIS, with final approval by the COO.
• Ensure HR Compliance: Ensure organizational compliance with all local, state, and federal labor laws including FLSA, EEO, FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and California-specific regulations.
• Manage HRIS Administration: Oversee HRIS system design, data integrity, and reporting to ensure accurate and accessible people data across the organization.
• Lead and Develop the HR Team: Serve as direct team lead for the Coordinator, Human Resources and Coordinator, Recruitment, providing coaching, supervision, and professional development support.
• Oversee Benefits Administration: Manage benefits enrollment, vendor relationships, and compliance for all BCZ team members across entities.
• Support Health and Safety: Oversee organizational health and safety compliance and initiatives in partnership with the Team Member Relations Thrive Coach.
• Drive Organizational Development: Partner with executive leadership to develop and implement HR policies, organizational development strategies, and people operations infrastructure.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in human resources management, including payroll and HRIS administration.
• Demonstrated experience leading HR compliance, benefits administration, and team member relations in a multi-entity or nonprofit organization.
• Strong knowledge of California labor law, FLSA, EEO, FMLA, CFRA, and ADA requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead, coach, and collaborate across diverse teams.
• Commitment to BCZs mission of centering Black culture, arts, and economic empowerment in East Oakland.

OUR CULTURE AND BENEFITS

At BCZ, we are guided by BCZs C.R.E.A.T.E. values - Collaboration, Respect, Execution Speed & Excellence, Accountability, Tenacity, and Equity & Fairness. We are a mission-driven organization rooted in the Sankofa principle - drawing on the wisdom of the past to build a liberated future for East Oaklands Black community and all current and legacy residents and business owners. We offer a collaborative, values-centered work environment where every team member is seen, supported, and empowered to grow.

• Status: Full-Time, Salary, 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday-Friday; some evenings and weekends as required
• Location: Hybrid, at BCZ hub locations
• Salary: $75,543 - $102,092 per year
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; and professional development opportunities.

We are looking for someone who is ready to bring their full self to this work. If you are passionate about community, committed to equity, and ready to grow with a dynamic organization, we want to hear from you.

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