Human Resources Manager, Wellington, KS

This role will be IN PERSON and require you to travel to the main office on a daily basis. No remote option available.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings to bring in more qualified candidates.

- Implements new hire orientation for each role accordingly.

- Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.

- Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.

- Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.

- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

- Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

- Proficiency with the company's HRIS (ADP) and talent management systems IS A MUST.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

- Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

- 3-5 years of human resource experience required

Physical Requirements:

- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer/laptop.