Human Resources Manager

Freedom Dental Health is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join our team as a strategic leader within the Human Resources department. In this role, you will oversee core HR functions, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance while fostering a positive workplace culture. You will serve as a mentor to junior HR staff and act as a key liaison between HR and organizational leadership.

-Benefits-

• Health, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
• Dental care benefit
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off
• Competitive pay- pay based on experience
• Continuing education and career growth support. We value our employees’ knowledge and make sure we always provide opportunities to learn and grow!

-Key Responsibilities-

Strategic HR Operations & Administration

• Maintain and optimize HRIS systems, ensuring data integrity and efficiency.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations.
• Develop and present HR reports and workforce analytics (turnover, DEI, compensation, etc.).
• Lead process improvements in HR workflows, recordkeeping, and policy development.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning and HR technology upgrades.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Oversee recruitment strategies for high-priority and hard-to-fill roles.
• Conduct behavioral interviews and guide hiring panels.
• Train junior HR staff on best practices in sourcing and compliance.
• Enhance onboarding programs to improve new hire retention and productivity.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as an escalation point for complex employee relations issues.
• Support investigations and disciplinary actions in collaboration with leadership.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and culture-building programs.

Compliance & Policy Oversight

• Ensure adherence to labor laws (EEO, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, etc.).
• Manage I-9 verification, benefits reporting, and audits.

Benefits & Payroll Coordination

• Oversee benefits administration and resolve complex employee inquiries.
• Ensure accurate payroll processing and leave management (FMLA, disability, etc.).

-What Can You Bring To Our Team-

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field. HR certifications (SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred.
• Experience: 5–10 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership/mentorship.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems like Paycor, Employee Navigator, Docusign, and Dropbox (a plus)
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.

– Location & Schedule –

• Newark, Delaware – Peoples Plaza
• On-site with possible limited hybrid flexibility
• Full-time, Monday – Friday

Job ID: R-47

*Freedom Dental Health is committed to equal employment opportunity and it is our policy to ensure that employment-related decisions are made without regard to any classifications protected by applicable federal, state, or local law*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What led you to discover our organization?
• What motivated you to apply for a position with us?
• What do you consider to be your greatest strengths?

Experience:

• Human resources management: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Newark, DE 19702 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newark, DE 19702: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person