HR MANAGER

Job Summary

 This role is integral to shaping the company’s culture, ensuring compliance with employment regulations, and implementing HR programs that support business goals. The HR Manager will work closely with leadership to drive organizational success through effective talent management, employee engagement, and HR best practices. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Leadership and Strategy 
  • Provide recommendations for HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy. 
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing guidance on workforce planning, performance management, and employee relations. 
• Talent Management 
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and talent retention efforts to build a high-performing team. 
  • Develop and execute training and development programs to enhance employee skills and growth. 
• Employee Relations and Engagement 
  • Act as the point of contact for employee relations matters, ensuring a positive and productive work environment. 
• Compliance and Policy Administration 
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. 
  • Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures to reflect best practices and legal requirements. 
  • Manage sensitive employee information and maintain confidentiality at all times. 
• HR Operations 
  • Oversee benefits administration and HRIS systems to ensure seamless operation 
• Monitor HR metrics and prepare reports to measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives. 
• Lead and support organizational change efforts, including restructuring and process improvements.

Qualifications 

Skills:

• Ability to serve as a consultant on HR operational matters. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for business correspondence, policies, and procedures. 
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail. 
• Superior time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adjust to quickly changing circumstances. 
• Thorough knowledge of employment and union related laws and regulations. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Etc.). 
• Proficiency with HRIS and talent management software and systems. 

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required and 5 years’ experience as an HR manager OR 10 years’ experience in a multi-discipline HR management role. 
• Strong understanding of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements 
• Valid Driver’s License.  
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English.

Working Conditions  

• Sims Crane & Equipment maintains a firm commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment for its employees and quality services to its clients. Sims Crane & Equipment is a drug-free workplace. Must be able to pass a post-offer / pre-placement drug screen. Must also submit to a post-offer / pre-employment background report. 
• Work is performed in a standard office environment with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting objects up to 25 pounds at times.     

Disclaimer: An employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.   

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Sims Crane & Equipment is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and age.