Human Resources & Talent Manager

Position Description

POSITION

DESCRIPTION:

The Human Resources & Talent (HRT) Manager is responsible for the overall management and delivery of HR services and programs, ensuring the effective implementation of policies, employee training and development, compensation, and benefits strategies. As a key member of the Talent team, this role plays a critical part in fostering employee engagement, motivation, and well-being. The HRT Manager reports to the Director of Talent.

The HRT Manager is expected to work on-site, providing direct support to Managers and front-line employees, including Operators, Groundskeepers, and Community Center staff. This position plays an essential role in creating a performance-driven culture and ensuring compliance with HR policies and best practices.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the performance management cycle, including processes, tools, and implementation.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to managers to enhance employee performance and professional development.
• Assess learning needs within the organization and oversee training and development programs.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive a high-performance culture.

• Serve as the point of contact for all employee relations matters, ensuring a positive and compliant work environment.
• Support in the processing of biweekly payroll schedules accurately.
• Conduct salary surveys and monitor compensation structures to ensure fairness and competitiveness.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including leading open enrollment in partnership with benefits advisors.
• Develop, update, and maintain HR policies and the employee handbook.
• Maintain HR records and reports, implementing new policies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage relationships with vendors and third-party service providers.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws, including preparation and submission of required reports.
• Oversee compliance audits and accurate filings as needed.

• Partner with leadership and management teams to enhance employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Conduct engagement surveys and implement action plans based on employee feedback.
• Dedicate face-to-face time to support front-line employees, ensuring open communication and addressing concerns.
• Organize employee presentations, round tables, and town halls, following up on action items to enhance workplace satisfaction.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Note:

If you need special services or accommodations, please call  or email ADA Coordinator at  This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Resume Required.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of HR experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Broad generalist background, including experience in coaching, performance management, and employee relations.
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements.

NOTE
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Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience implementing performance management programs in data-driven environments.
• Strong project and personnel management skills in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, etc., as well as Enterprise Resource Planning system such as People Soft (known as STARS).
• Mastery of MS Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS, SharePoint, etc.), and software to manage portable document format files (Adobe Acrobat).
• Strong service-oriented mindset with a commitment to high-quality…