New England Science & Sailing Foundation · 8 hours ago
Human Resources Manager
Stonington, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$50K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expNew England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is a nonprofit organization focused on ocean adventure education and experiential learning. The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing HR programs, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and supporting a positive workplace culture while overseeing core HR operations.
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Responsibilities
Administer and maintain all HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content; recommend updates to ensure legal compliance and organizational alignment
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour, leave administration, employee classification, and recordkeeping
Run payroll weekly keeping current with benefit deductions and employee status
Manage and prepare for HR-related audits and inspections; maintain accurate and confidential employee records
Stay current on employment law changes and HR best practices; proactively recommend and implement policy or process updates as needed
Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, interview coordination, background checks, and offer documentation
Partner with hiring managers to ensure consistent, equitable, and legally compliant hiring practices
Oversee and continuously improve onboarding processes to ensure a smooth transition for new hires and internal transfers
Maintain job descriptions and support job classification and wage analysis processes
Administer the annual performance review process through GUSTO and support supervisors in delivering clear, timely, and meaningful feedback
Support periodic review of benefit offerings to promote internal equity and market competitiveness
Manage vendor relationships related to open enrollment, benefits, and HR systems
Ensure benefit information is accurately updated in HR system
Assist with internal HR communications to ensure employees receive clear, accurate, and timely information
Contribute to employee engagement efforts through data collection, feedback mechanisms, and process improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 3 years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in an HR Manager or senior HR generalist role
Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements
Demonstrated ability to manage HR processes with accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
High level of organizational skill, confidentiality, and professionalism
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred
SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
New England Science & Sailing Foundation
New England Science & Sailing Foundation offers an education model that empowers students with leadership and teamwork skills.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Eric Isselhardt
Chief Executive Officer
Spike Lobdell
President & CEO
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