Human Resources Manager

603 Legal Aid

Human Resources Manager supporting HR operations at 603 Legal Aid, a New Hampshire legal-aid nonprofit. Managing recruitment, benefits, compliance, employee relations, and workplace programs.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeConcord • New Hampshire • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $57,500 - $68,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle recruitment, benefits administration, and employee relations while ensuring compliance with HR best practices and employment laws. Proficient in managing HR processes, metrics, and employee development initiatives in a small-organization setting.

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Full-Cycle RecruitmentBenefits AdministrationEmployee RelationsHR ComplianceHRIS Management

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Hard Skills

Job Posting CoordinationResume ScreeningCompensation EvaluationPerformance Review ManagementConflict ResolutionProblem-SolvingEmployee Handbook DraftingOnboarding FacilitationHR Metrics TrackingTraining Coordination

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

BambooHRHR SoftwarePayroll SystemsMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Employment LawsHR Best PracticesNonprofit ExperienceConfidential Information HandlingHR Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate job postings, candidate outreach, resume screening, screening calls, interviews, reference screenings, background checks, candidate research, and new-hire paperwork
Write and update job descriptions and make exempt/non-exempt classification determinations
Facilitate onboarding, orientation, first-30-day training, offboarding, exit interviews, and post-termination processes
Evaluate compensation and benefit needs; assist with benefits enrollment and questions
Maintain leave balances and PTO requests; administer protected leave and related documentation
Manage relationships with HR-related vendors
Draft, revise, maintain, and communicate the employee handbook, HR policies, and HR process SOPs
Ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws and maintain personnel files and HRIS data
Manage performance reviews and support grant-compliance HR documentation and audits
Serve as the primary contact for HR inquiries and support employee relations, performance management, corrective action, and terminations
Advise supervisors, managers, and the executive team on HR matters and policy application
Coordinate professional development and compliance training
Support workplace safety and workers’ compensation claims
Track HR metrics, prepare reports for leadership and/or the board
Manage employee feedback initiatives and assist with appreciation and wellness programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience with full-cycle recruitment, benefits administration, and employee relations
3+ years of experience in an HR support role
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in a small-organization setting
Nonprofit experience preferred but not required
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
Familiarity with BambooHR or other HR software and payroll systems preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off
Benefits package
Staff professional development opportunities
Required compliance training
Staff appreciation events
Wellness programs