POSITION DESCRIPTION

Division / Title

Finance / Human Resources Manager

Reporting relationship

Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary

The Human Resources (HR) Manager oversees the processes and daily functions of HR at the Center. These include recruitment, compensation, benefits and leave, performance, organizational policies, and corrective action. The HR Manager helps the Center attract and retain top talent through an emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, culture, and professional development.

Core Responsibilities

Manages the talent acquisition process, including recruiting, facilitating interviews, hiring, and onboarding new staff at LMC.
Oversees the daily workflow of the HR department.
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
Handles management, discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policies.
Oversees the organization's HR and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
Provides support, guidance and plans to management and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive issues arise.
Analyzes market and industry trends and keeps the Center competitive in compensation and benefits.
Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
Oversees the Center's annual performance management process that prioritizes accountability and recognition. This includes annual planning, annual and mid-year reviews, performance assessment, promotion, performance pay, as well as disciplinary action.
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; and maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
Research, create, execute, manage and train staff on diversity, equity and inclusion policies at LMC.
Lead on culture practices, and provide expertise and support in the areas of Performance Management, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Diversity & Inclusion, Policy and Procedure Development and HR Compliance.
Manage HRIS, personnel files and appropriate audits of these systems.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
A minimum of three years of human resource management experience is preferred.
PHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP are highly desired.
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Payroll Systems, and QuickBooks
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

About Us

Founded in 1983, the Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a leading cultural attraction in South Florida and today remains free to the public. The Center has grown to become a global leader in the rehabilitation, research, and protection of sea turtles, serving our broader mission to promote ocean ecosystem conservation and train future generations to do the same. Annually we reach 900,000 guests with our transformational STEM education programs and partner with nearly 200 organizations across six continents and 16 countries in ocean conservation. In late 2021, we will open our new 27,500 square-foot campus expanding our exhibition, education, convening space, and medical facilities and increasing our regional economic impact.

Physical Demands + Work Environment

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Successful applicants must be comfortable in a highly dynamic environment in an active and busy office or outdoor setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position may involve working outdoors in Florida, often in hot and humid conditions, and at events that extend into evening and weekend hours. Must be willing and able to travel for offsite programming and possess a valid driver's license.

Notes

This is a salaried and exempt position. The successful incumbent may be required to perform tasks beyond the scope of this job description as requested by the supervisor. This recruitment may be used to select candidates for additional open positions. It is our policy that all team members, including newly hired, transferred, and promoted team members, will be carefully monitored and evaluated for an initial introductory 3 month period on the job. After satisfactory completion of the introductory evaluation, such team members will be evaluated on an annual basis.

To Apply

Interested applicants may submit their resume cover letter and the names of three references here.

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