Head of Human Resources and Office Management

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations for our laboratory locations across Alabama. Working closely with executive leadership, this individual will shape and deliver people strategies that support a high-performing, compliant, and safety-focused workplace. The role provides statewide leadership across talent acquisition, employee relations, benefits, HR systems, training and development, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, affirmative action, payroll oversight, and employment-law compliance.

The ideal candidate is an experienced, hands-on HR professional who combines broad functional expertise with the judgment and independence needed to support teams across Alabama. This person will manage day-to-day HR operations, lead cross-functional initiatives, and build trusted relationships with employees, managers, and executive leadership. Success in the role requires confidence using HR technology, strong knowledge of employment practices, and the ability to balance employee needs, operational priorities, compliance, and the unique demands of a laboratory setting.

Ultimately, you should be able to contribute to the attainment of specific goals and results of the HR department and the organization. Oversee Recruiting
Manage recruiter(s)
Coordinate with all temp agencies
Create relationships with local tech schools and colleges
Serve as interviewer, when needed
Manage Job Offer Letters
Review Reference Checks, Background Checks, and Drug Testing results

• Complete hiring process and enroll new hires in payroll and benefit systems

Conduct Time Clock training and review Employee Handbook

• Training and Development

Manage record keeping for training, training matrix, and ensure all is up to date
Facilitate required training for managers and employees

• Manage Employee Performance

Monitor employee Performance Improvement Plans

• Work with key managers to maintain updated policies

Responsible for the management and administration of all benefit programs
Respond to requests for information from Disability, Workers Comp, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and other claims

• Respond to Unemployment Compensation claims
• HRIS

Responsible for the HRIS, LMS and applicant tracking system
Oversee full cycle Payroll

• Manage Key Metrics for HR

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
~7+ years of human resource management experience.
~ Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the Company's human resource information management (HCIM) platform and recruiting systems.
Experience with Breezy ATS is a plus.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to travel throughout Alabama, as needed. Travel 10% or less.
We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.