HR Manager at CMC Rescue Inc – Goleta, California

Salary Range: $97,421.00 - $146,132.00 Annually

Starting Range: $97,421.00 - $121,777.00 Annually

CMC’s budgeted salary range for this role is $97,421.00 to $121,777.00 annually. Final offers are based on candidate qualifications, experience, budget, and CMC’s commitment to fair and consistent compensation practices. The full salary range for this position is $85,091.00 to $146,132.00 annually.

CMC, a Goleta-based manufacturer of world-class equipment for search and rescue teams and professionals working at height, is seeking a strategic Human Resources Manager to lead all aspects of HR—from talent acquisition and employee development to culture building, HR operations, and compliance. This role partners closely with senior leadership to design and execute a people strategy that supports organizational growth and strengthens an engaged, bilingual workforce. We’re looking for someone energized by the opportunity to work at an employee-owned company, champion a strong and inclusive company culture, and contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping save lives.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

• Partners with the leadership team to execute a comprehensive people strategy that supports the organization’s business and growth objectives, both short-term and long-term.
• Advises leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and change management as the company grows and evolves.
• Manages all aspects of the HR department, including overseeing the daily workflow and priorities of the HR team members.

Talent Management & Development

• Leads the talent acquisition process, including recruitment, interviewing, and hiring for all roles
• Designs and implements learning and development programs and performance management system to support employee development, and provides leaders and team members a structure for goal setting and feedback.

ESOP & Culture

• Champions and integrates the ESOP/ownership mindset into HR practices, communications, leadership development, and employee engagement initiatives to strengthen employee understanding of ownership and shared success.
• Partners with Finance department to perform annual ESOP administration tasks.

Employee Relations & HR Operations

• Provides guidance, coaching and support to managers, HR Generalists, and employees on sensitive, complex, or confidential HR matters, including employee relations, accommodations, investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Administers and continuously improves HR programs related to compensation, benefits, leave, and recognition while ensuring CMC’s benefits are competitive and aligned with market data and company strategy.
• Supports and operates effectively within a bilingual workplace, ensuring HR communications, policies, training, and employee support are accessible and inclusive for English and Spanish speakers.
• Oversees HR systems and tools, ensuring they are optimized, scalable, and effectively support the organization’s growth and operational needs.

Compliance & Best Practices

• Ensures ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations and enforces HR policies to align with legal requirements.
• Maintains current knowledge of HR trends, employment law updates, and emerging best practices, applying these insights to continuously strengthen HR programs and systems.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly across diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and HRIS system.
• Ability to work effectively in a bilingual (English and Spanish) environment; bilingual proficiency is preferred

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of human resources experience and 2 years in a leadership position preferred.
• Experience supporting growth-oriented organizations, culture-building initiatives, and ESOP environments is a plus.