Human Resources Manager in HILLSBOROUGH, New Jersey at TOWNSHIP OF HILLSBOROUGH

Department

Administration

Job Title

Human Resources Manager

Job Level or Grade

Management

Salary Range

$65,000-$80,000 annual salary based on experience

Reporting To

Employment Type

Full Time

Work Hours

40 hours per week

Benefits

Medical/Prescription Benefits, Pension/Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Sick Time, Short-Term Disability, Training

Job Summary

The Human Resources Manager works directly with the Township Administrator. The role also works closely with the Personnel and Finance Township Committee Liaisons, Township CFO/Treasurer, Payroll Manager, Department Heads & Management Team, Township employees, vendors, and other municipalities. The position aligns overall employee-related functions, which include, but are not limited to, workforce planning, talent acquisition, compensation, organizational design, employee relations, report generation, and regulatory compliance.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership:

Partners with executive leadership to align strategy, org structure, and culture with overall business objectives

Plans, documents, and administers policies and procedures

Assists Township Administrator, CCFO, and Township Committee Liaisons with budget and financial planning

Monitors budget for programs including but not limited to HEART, Floater, Internship, Employee Training, Employee Recognition, and any other related Human Resources

Maintains organization chart

Talent Acquisition & Planning:

Oversees recruitment strategies and interview & workforce planning

Assists with succession planning

Implements onboarding, orientation, and offboarding

Fulfills employment verification and reference requests

Works with the Township Administrator to address personnel-related resolutions, including but not limited to hiring, promotions, and salary adjustments

Employee Relations & Culture:

Manages complex employee relations issues, resolves workplace conflicts, and drives initiatives that enhance employee engagement and retention

Oversees leave administration, including but not limited to short-term disability, Workers' Comp, FMLA, FLI, and Shared Medical Leave

Maintains vendor relationships

Assists with coaching and mentoring the management team

Develops, administers, and oversees employee recognition programs

Acts as co-chair for HEART Committee and Hillsborough Leadership Program

Compensation & Benefits:

Designs and administers total rewards programs, including but not limited to competitive compensation structures & incentive offers, health/wellness benefits & premium negotiation, and vendor management

Manages annual open enrollment program for all benefits

Maintains employee benefit changes and inquiries

Acts as plan administrator for voluntary supplement benefits, including but not limited to AFLAC, life insurance, and retirement programs

Maintains Salary Ordinance

Creates personnel-related Salary Resolutions

Maintains relationship with brokers, carriers, and vendors

Compliance & Risk Management:

Ensures strict adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws, safety standards (OSHA), and internal company policies

Ensures adherence to short-term disability and workers' compensation policies

Oversees incident management, including relationships with carriers and JIF/ MEL

Performance & Development:

Assists with performance management frameworks, employee training programs, and leadership development

Assists with employee coaching, mentoring, and counseling

Assists with disciplinary actions and employee success plans

Supports employee development and training programs

Oversees goals & objectives submission, mid-year & year-end appraisals, and union merit program

HR Operations & Analytics:

Leads HR technology adoption and leverages talent analytics to drive data-informed decisions

Plans compensation and administration, including but not limited to salary comparisons, job classifications, and job descriptions

Develops and implements all procedures/policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook and Motor Vehicle Program

Supports the AFSCME, Teamster, and PBA union contracts

Oversees the Internship Program, including but not limited to state & county grant programs, Hillsborough HS Senior Outreach Internship program, higher-education work/study programs, and any other one-off opportunity

Oversees the Floater Program, including request approvals, schedule coordination, and budget availability

Maintains HR related System/Applicationistration, including but not limited to Employee Connection portal, Primepoint / EmployeeXperience, and personnel-related eCode

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Required

• Ability to comply with HIPAA laws and maintain confidentiality
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal & state labor laws including but not limited to FMLA, NJFLA, NJFLI, ADA, NJLAD, CEPA, and workers' compensation
• Experienced professional regarding employment laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, and agency rules
• Proficient in the principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems
• Seasoned experience in business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership development
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups
• Proven leader capable of setting goals and objectives
• Visionary and strategic planner
• Extensive knowledge of personnel-related matters, including staffing, benefits management, and issues affecting local government employment in New Jersey, change management, executive & employee coaching, conflict resolution, and HR technology stack management
• Data-driven mindset and ability to gather & present key performance metrics (KPIs)
• Strong analytical skills and ability to articulate results to various levels of management
• Ability to foster harmonious working relationships with other employees
• Organization and time management skills
• Proficient and effective communicator, both written and verbal
• Customer service-oriented

Preferred

• Knowledge of various computer software programs
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures
• Experience with budget process
• Previous experience with union contract negotiation

Education, Certifications, and Licenses

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field
• Minimum 5 years in progressively responsible HR roles, with at least 3–5 years in an HR leadership or managerial capacity

Preferred

• Previous related experience in a government setting
• Professional HR Certification: Society for Human Resource Management-Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work for extended periods on computer-based tasks
• The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds

Additional Information

• Clearance of a background check
• Valid NJ Driver's License
• Department operating hours are 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday
  
• Position will require occasional work outside of normal business hours for meetings and events
  
• Work-from-home opportunity may be available based on department needs

Application Special Instructions

All applications to be submitted online and should include a cover letter, resume, professional references, and copies of any licenses or certifications held

Job Specific Questions

Additional screening questions specific to this position may be asked during the recruiting process