Manager of Human Resources

CARITAS is a proud and growing nonprofit employing approximately 100 staff in Richmond, Virginia. We provide a range of services to support our community, including emergency shelter, The Healing Place for recovery from substance use disorder, a Recovery Residences program offering safe and affordable housing, a Works program supporting individuals with employment barriers, and a Furniture Bank that provides essential household items to families in need.

The Human Resources Manager is a key leadership role within the organization. This position is onsite, 5 days a week, and will focus heavily on payroll and benefits administration, recruiting and hiring, and dedicates a significant portion of time (~50%+) to staff training and development.

This is an on-site position requiring five days per week in the office and reports to the CFO. Join us and be an integral part of our mission. Learn more at www.caritasva.org.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the Human Resources Generalist
• Oversee payroll and timekeeping processes
• Lead training and professional development initiatives
• Administer and manage employee benefits programs
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and processes
• Oversee recruitment, interviewing, selection, and hiring
• Manage orientation, onboarding and off boarding processes, including administrative support (provisioning and de-provisioning)
• Maintain and manage the position control report
• Ensure compliance with all posting, reporting, and record-keeping requirements
• Promote effective communication between management and staff to proactively address concerns
• Support resolution of employee relations issues, including conflict mediation and disciplinary actions
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, recommends best practices, and reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support organizational success

Qualifications

• CARITAS is a drug-free workplace
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• SHRM certification strongly preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience in training and staff development - required
• Experience with payroll and timekeeping systems (e.g., Dominion Payroll) preferred
• Benefits administration experience preferred
• Recruiting and hiring experience required
• Proficiency with productivity tools (Outlook, Google Suite, Word, Excel) and HR systems
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background screening

Candidates must possess a valid Virginia driver's license and have knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and compliance requirements. The ability to work effectively with contractors, vendors, and diverse client populations is essential.

Work Environment CARITAS values Achievement, Innovation, Integrity, Passion, and Servant Leadership. Our culture reflects these values and emphasizes professionalism, timely communication, and collaboration across all programs, including Shelter, Furniture Bank, Works, The Healing Place, and Recovery Residences.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Duties regularly include standing, walking, using hands, reaching, and communicating. The role may occasionally require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment. The ability to lift up to 10 pounds is required.

Travel Requirements Some local travel may be required.

Other Duties This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Inclusion Statement CARITAS is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

We welcome the unique contributions of all individuals, including differences in education, perspectives, culture, ethnicity, race, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, language, veteran status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

Note This document does not create an employment contract and reflects an at-will employment relationship. CARITAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace, and complies with applicable ADA regulations.

All duties and responsibilities are considered essential functions and may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Successful candidates will possess the skills and abilities necessary to perform each duty effectively.