Job Description

HR Manager

Bangor Housing Authority

Bangor, ME

Bangor Housing Authority is seeking an HR Manager to join their Bangor, Maine office. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of two days per week in the office.

Requirements of the HR Manager:

• Minimum two-year college degree, HR Certification or Degree preferred.
• Two years of full-time HR and payroll work experience.
• Experience using payroll systems to enter and process payroll.
• Strong attention to detail and creating systems to ensure the accuracy of work.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and quality when juggling multiple priorities and interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, manage conflict and organize work.
• Ability to develop and maintain office policies and procedures.
• Experience coordinating employee recruitment and training programs.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, with a proactive approach to staying current on legislative changes and emerging HR trends.
• Expertise in benefits and personnel administration.
• Experience in non-profit or affordable housing agency preferred.

Benefits of the Job:

• Annual pay range starting at $85,000, offer will be commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance (ICHRA)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Generous PTO and Leave Policies
• Pension through MainePERS, social security, and optional 457 plan
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life and Accident Insurance
• Hybrid schedule, 37.5 hour work week

Responsibilities of the HR Manager:

• Processes payroll and prepare necessary weekly, monthly & quarterly reporting for taxes and MainePERS.
• Assists CFO with developing payroll and benefits budgets.
• Manages and administers all Bangor Housing benefits such as Medical, Dental, Life, Vision Care, Income Protection and 457 plans.
• Works with CFO to negotiate and manage coverage, services and costs with benefit carriers and brokers.
• Provides guidance to employees on benefits and vendor contact information.
• Formulate, interpret, and implement employment policies, human resources plans, procedures, and maintain personnel files for all company employees.
• Advises directors, managers and supervisors with management guidance and adherence to personnel policies.
• Provides guidance on employee relations issues and seeks assistance/legal counsel as needed to manage organizational risk.
• Maintains compensation records, job descriptions, and performance evaluation systems. Assists managers with implementation and management.
• Conducts employee surveys, monitors employee retention and conducts exit interviews.
• Manages Workers’ Compensation, posts OSHA information, processes claims.
• Promotes and administers the Safety and Wellness Programs.
• Manages employee recruitment, screening, selection, orientation, and onboarding systems.
• Assists with compliance reviews and audits.
• Maintains compliance with HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA, OSHA, MDOL and any other laws and regulations and advises management on needed actions.
• Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to improve the efficiency of the organization.
• Performs special projects, participates on committees, and performs other duties as assigned.

Bangor Housing Authority provides affordable housing opportunities and assistance for low to moderate income households, offering both apartments and houses for rent through a variety of programs including Section 8.

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Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.