Sr. Human Resources Manager

The Sr. Human Resource Manager will direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including supervisor responsibilities, employee relations, leave of absence, staffing, and enforcing company policies and practices. The Sr. HR Manager works closely under the direct supervision of the Director of Human Resources and the overall direction of the Vice President of Human Resources. This position is based in the Manassas office and is required to work from this location.

• In coordination with the Director of Human Resources, provide support and guidance to the HR generalists, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise.
• May be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations and terminations.
• Managing the administration of the Affirmative Action Program's day-to-day functions to include staffing practices, compensation, job descriptions, and overall processes.
• Identifies and participates in benefit and compensation surveys to provide analysis and trends in compensation and benefits.
• Manages the requests for reasonable accommodation, including related leave of absence, to ensure timely and appropriate outcomes are documented and implemented.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends 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.
• Supports the department ticket tracking system to ensure timely responses.
• Assists the Director of Human Resources in maintaining up-to-date and accurate standard operating procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• In coordination with the Director of Human Resources:
  • Interview, hire, and train new staff in the department.
  • Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
  • Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations.
  • Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission. Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field with eight (8) years of experience or twelve (12) years of direct experience.
• Certification from SHRM is a plus.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work with people with disabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• 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 Word and Excel.
• Ability to utilize AI appropriately or other technology.
• Ability to learn pay comparison tools effectively and completely to ensure the organization is fully utilizing tools for the best outcomes.
• The ability to support transformation from paper to online forms is preferred.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.