Senior Human Resource Manager

Ella Baker Center for Human Rights

Senior Human Resources Manager supporting HR strategy and implementation for the Ella Baker Center. Managing compliance, employee engagement, and talent acquisition initiatives in a hybrid environment.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeOakland • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $112,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development and implementation of HR strategies
Build strategies, systems, and processes that drive growth which centers on the mission, vision, and values of the Ella Baker Center
Support and coordinate the execution of key people and culture functions such as recruitment, retention, performance management, professional development, compensation and benefits, and employee engagement
Serve as an internal expert in California employment law and labor relations, ensuring full compliance across the organization
Manage human resource programs including HRIS, compensation, benefits, and leaves
Provide proactive leadership and professional expertise in all areas of human resources management
Research, develop, and implement competitive compensation, benefits, and performance appraisal programs
Support organizational leaders in training and staffing strategy
Create systems to collect and review staff feedback for improvement
Serve as the primary internal advisor to leadership on complex HR, compliance, and employee relations matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred
SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent certification a plus
Minimum of 5–7 years of Human Resources experience, including employee relations, compliance, and HR processes
Working knowledge of office productivity software (MS Office Suite)
Working knowledge of California employment law and employment regulations
Experience supporting employee relations matters, federal law, conflict resolution, and performance management
Experience with payroll systems preferred-QuickBooks a plus
Experience in customer service or account management is a plus
Ability to multitask and handle competing demands; prioritize and manage focus and productivity effectively; ability to manage time and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and demonstrate strong initiative and leadership
Excellent writing, editing, proofing, and verbal skills
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with sound judgment and discretion
High level of interpersonal skills to handle time-sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism
Superior organizational skills, and the ability to create, implement, and maintain systems to improve the efficiency of the office
Proficiency in Mac interfaces and all Microsoft Office applications
Familiarity with and commitment to racial and social justice; a clear understanding of EBC’s mission and programs
Nonprofit experience and bilingual skills are a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee health, vision, dental insurance
Chiropractor and acupuncture services
Long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Option to enroll in a 401(k) program

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Hard Skills & Tools

human resources managementemployee relationscomplianceperformance managementcompensationbenefitsHRISpayroll systemsconflict resolutionorganizational development

Soft Skills

leadershipinitiativemultitaskingtime managementcommunicationinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsdiscretionproblem-solvingcustomer service

Certifications

SHRM-CPPHR