Human Resources Manager - job 1 of 2

CDR is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join our team on-site in Miami, FL. The HR Manager serves as a liaison between management and staff, overseeing HR professionals, the departmental budget, and the compliant application and administration of employment and pay policies in accordance with laws and regulations governing the workplace. This role oversees and coordinates the work of HR Generalists, Benefits Coordinators, and other HR administrative staff, providing responsive service to business leaders and employees. The ideal candidate possesses a robust risk-management instinct and will foster a culture that encourages HR staff and managers/supervisors to work together to proactively identify, prevent, and resolve potential employment issues. The HR Manager provides hands-on guidance on the practical application of HR rules and norms to both day-to-day and complex employment issues and investigations, ensuring thoughtful and effective documentation of employee matters and communications. This role advises executive strategy and executes projects to manage and improve the entire range of HR functions including HR compliance audits; employee recruitment, compensation, and benefits administration; paid time off, furlough, leave, and FMLA/disability programs; management and employee training and development programs; complaint procedures and resolution mechanisms; HRIS capabilities; and vendor selection. The HR Manager is responsible for maintaining a cohesive, up-to-date framework of employment policies and procedures. This role regularly interfaces with other department heads and external vendors and professionals to meet organizational needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Align HR functions, policies, procedures, and programs with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
• Lead the HR team, providing oversight, guidance, and final decision-making on HR matters, demonstrating judgment to inform and secure executive management approval on appropriately escalated matters of strategy, business judgment, risk-management, and legal issues.
• Proactively identify and address compliance gaps, ensuring adherence to federal/state laws and internal policies. Advise executive leadership on HR strategy, risk management, and compliance.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, employee handbooks, and affirmative action programs.
• Oversee daily HR operations, including business planning, budget development, and execution of key initiatives such as recruitment, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and employee relations. Ensure hiring strategies align with organizational goals and compliance requirements while managing job requisition approvals, employer branding, and recruitment vendor relationships.
• Administer compensation programs, managing the annual salary review process, and analyzing compensation trends.
• Oversee Benefits Specialists in managing benefits programs, including open enrollment, claims resolution, change reporting, approving invoices, and performing annual reevaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness. Oversee benefits information activities and monitors program cash flow.
• Ensure accurate and timely compliance reporting (EEO-1, unemployment claims, government filings, etc.).
• Improve and maintain hiring, onboarding, and retention strategies to enhance workforce stability.
• Ensure a fair, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace by handling employee concerns in line with company policies.
• Oversee and manage unemployment claims across multiple states.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal leadership, external partners, and industry professionals to support business needs and HR functions.
• Travel to office sites, field sites, recruitment and training events as needed to meet business needs, including Emergency Management Projects.

OTHER PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Other duties that may arise from time-to-time and/or are commensurate with the title and position.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or a related field, or equivalent experience. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR functions, processes, and related documentation with a robust risk-management instinct to provide timely critical problem-solving and practical solutions with a service mindset to business unit leaders and employees.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing the workplace, evolving best practices, and demonstrated judgment in identifying and adapting applicable frameworks to deliver concise practical advice and usable work-product.
• Maintaining the integrity of HR processes and strict confidentiality of employee information, other confidential business information, and legally privileged matters.
• Excellent listening and oral and written communication skills as applied across all levels of the organization.
• HRIS/ATS proficiency such as WorkforceNow/ADP, Workable, and third-party interfaces such as recruitment, benefits, and governmental platforms as required to perform job duties.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including word processing, spreadsheets, and other relevant business software and databases.
• The ability to handle multiple deadlines while remaining responsive to urgent or intervening business needs.

CDR Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and EO/AAN/D. Must be able to work in the United States to apply.