Title:                           Human Resources Manager

Classification:            Full-time (Exempt)

Reports to:                 Chief Operating & Finance Officer

Job Summary:           This position acts as the key Human Resources position for the organization and ensures we have a happy and productive workplace where everyone works to realize our established mission and objectives.  The HR Manager effectively provides a broad range of HR generalist expertise in the performance of day-to-day HR functions.

About NRF:

The Newport Restoration Foundation is a non-profit located in charming Newport, RI and was founded by philanthropist Doris Duke in 1968. It has preserved over 80, 18th and 19th century buildings on Aquidneck Island, that are leased through a stewardship program. It also operates a museum: Rough Point, the home of Doris Duke. For more information about the organization https://www.newportrestoration.org/.

Salary Range:            $65,000 - $70,000 (commensurate with experience)

Generous benefits: 100% employer paid medical, dental vision and life, insurance (eligible the first of the month following date of hire), health savings account contribution, 401(k) contribution (not a match), employer paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, 12 holidays, professional development assistance.

                                    Great work environment located on the ocean in Newport, RI.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Serve as the primary HR support for employees and managers on policies, procedures, and employment-related questions.

Manage the HR initiatives related to the entire life cycle of an employee, such as job description development, recruitment process, new hire onboarding, benefit enrollment, performance, compensation and exit interviews.

Responsible for employee relations, including investigating grievances, coaching employees and managers and recommending corrective action.

Ensure accurate and timely record keeping and confidentiality. 

Responsible for biweekly payroll administration through an outsourced payroll company; responsible for the execution of pay-related activities and tracking and reconciling time off.

Manage and administer 401(K) plan, act as a liaison with third party administrator and coordinate ERISA benefits reporting requirements.

Oversee workplace safety, accident, and incident investigations and process claims reporting with workers compensation and OSHA.

Assist Directors and Managers with safety- and compliance-related training, testing, and record keeping, including serving as an active member of the organization’s staff Safety Committee.

Manage the timely completion of the annual employee performance review process, including timeline creation, instructions for managers and employees, collecting documentation, and assisting managers with salary adjustment requests. 

Research and implement pay grades that align with the industry and geographic region.

Serve as primary liaison with benefits brokers to review and assess best options for plan renewals and any recommended benefit changes.

Manage administration of all company employee benefits including open enrollment, employee changes and COBRA eligibility. Distribute plan summary materials and required notices.  Review and approve benefit invoices and resolve any discrepancies. 

Develop, update, and maintain HR policies and procedures to reflect best practices and legal requirements, and communicate changes clearly to staff.

Advise leadership and management of HR related legal updates, ensure workplace legal compliance regarding labor laws and workplace safety.

Oversee compliance with federal, Rhode Island, and local employment laws.

Create and distribute a quarterly staff newsletter.

Conduct employee engagement activities.

Communicate important announcements to staff as needed.

Other tasks and projects as requested by the Chief Operating & Finance Officer.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in Human Resources.

PHR/SHRM certification preferred.

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR software applications.

Manage sensitive situations and adapt to a changing workplace

Strong interpersonal, emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.

Robust knowledge of employment law (federal and RI-specific).

Effective and reliable ability to recognize and maintain confidential information.

Experience with employee investigations/disciplinary issues.

Demonstrate effectiveness in working independently and in a team environment.

Non-profit experience highly desirable.

If you are interested in this position, please submit a cover letter and résumé to Maeve Sheehan, Human Resource Administrator via email: Maeve@NewportRestoration.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.