Backbone Media · 1 day ago
People (HR) Manager
Carbondale, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expBackbone Media is the country's leading active lifestyle media agency, seeking a highly capable and strategic People (HR) Manager to lead HR operations at their creative marketing agency. The role involves developing HR strategies, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and ensuring a positive employee experience while maintaining compliance with labor laws.
AdvertisingMarketing
Responsibilities
Collaborate with department leads to understand staffing needs and drive full-cycle recruitment efforts
Develop job descriptions and source candidates through creative outreach and advertising platforms
Manage interview scheduling, applicant tracking, and offer letters
Lead onboarding programs that promote agency culture and values
Ensure smooth integration of new hires through training, documentation, and benefits enrollment
Conduct exit interviews and track trends to improve employee retention
Implement performance review processes, feedback mechanisms, and career development initiatives
Support managers in coaching and employee goal setting
Identify training and upskilling opportunities aligned with agency growth
Act as a trusted resource for employees and leadership on workplace issues and conflict resolution
Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and maintain a diverse, inclusive environment
Plan team-building activities, DEI workshops, and wellness programs
Maintain compliance with labor laws, workplace policies, and agency protocols
Manage employee records, HRIS systems, and benefits administration
Ensure documentation is up to date for audits, policy changes, and reporting
Coordinate with the finance department to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and compensation-related changes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a creative or agency setting
Deep understanding of employment law, best practices, and HR trends
Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HRIS platforms, and applicant tracking systems
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
Preferred
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred
Experience with team collaboration, time tracking, and project management tools
Basic understanding of digital media, public relations, community management and affiliate marketing
A love of the outdoors
A sense of humor
Benefits
Medical coverage with generous employer contribution (four plan options)
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) match
Wellness benefit
Home office stipend
Professional development/education assistance
Paid volunteer hours
Parental leave
Flexible schedule
Company-wide offsites
Remote/hybrid workplace
Company
Backbone Media
Backbone Media is a PR and Communications company that provides media planning and buying solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Penn Newhard
Co-CEO
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