HR Manager

First Place For Youth-Join Our Team Video!Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team.

About First Place for Youth, we're a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.

Why Work at First Place for Youth:

Meaningful Impact: Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.Innovative Approach: We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you'll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.Comprehensive Benefits: We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.Culture of Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.POSITION OVERVIEW:The Human Resources Manager provides day-to-day HR management and support to First Place for Youth programs and administrative departments. Reporting to the VP of People, the Manager is responsible for HRIS administration, recruitment and hiring practices, leave administration, benefits support, employment-law compliance and reporting, and HR training and onboarding.

This is a hands-on, tactical management role for a detail-oriented and proactive HR professional who can exercise sound judgment, handle confidential matters with discretion, and build trusted working relationships across a multi-site nonprofit organization.

DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES

HR Systems and Data

Administers the Human Resources Information System (HRIS): develops and implements system requirements, configures and modifies workflows, and maintains system security, data integrity, and audit readiness.Produces and maintains routine and ad hoc HR reports for leadership, funders, and audits.

Talent Acquisition and Onboarding

Partners with the Recruiter to manage recruiting efforts and ensures consistent, fair, and legally compliant hiring practices.Creates, analyzes, and updates job descriptions in partnership with recruiter and hiring managers.Manages the new hire process in coordination with the HR Generalist, ensuring accuracy and integrity of employee data and records.Plans and conducts new employee orientation with the HR Generalist.

Employee Relations and Performance

Supports the VP of People/Director of Human Resources in resolving employee relations matters, including workplace investigations and disciplinary actions.Supports a constructive and timely performance evaluation cycle; in collaboration with the VP, develops the strategy, workflow, and management of the Employee Performance Review (EPR) process.

Leaves, Benefits, and Payroll Coordination

Administers mandated and non-mandated leaves of absence in collaboration with the HR Generalist, ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local leave laws; processes and maintains leave documentation.Leads benefits open enrollment, including planning, employee communications, and system administration.Coordinates with Payroll on employee changes, leave pay, benefit deductions, and related matters to ensure accurate and timely processing.

Compliance and Reporting

Prepares and submits required employment reporting, including EDD, EEO-1, and California Civil Rights Department (CRD) filings such as pay data reporting.Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; reviews policies and practices against current requirements and recommends updates.Maintains current knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Training and Development

Delivers HR-related training to staff and management as needed in collaboration with VP of People.

Supervision

Supervises the Human Resources Generalist and the Recruiter: sets goals and priorities, provides coaching and feedback, and completes performance evaluations. Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and at least five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience required.Minimum 2-4 years of supervisory experience required.Experience supporting a multi-site or multi-county workforce preferred. Demonstrated working knowledge of California and federal employment law, including leave, wage and hour, and anti-discrimination requirements.Hands-on experience administering an HRIS and maintaining employee data.Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information and data clearly to a range of audiences.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding personal, financial, and medical information.A strong dedication to cultural competency that creates conditions that remove barriers and increase a sense of belonging.Availability for occasional evening and weekend work and some travel as needed.

Benefits:

15 days of vacation time in the first year12 days of sick time2 floating holidays15 paid holidaysEmployee's choice of Kaiser or UCH HMO/PPO with up to 90% of the premium covered by First Place on certain plansPrincipal dental and vision coverage with up to 90% of the premium covered by First PlaceHealthcare and Dependent care FSA plansPrincipal basic life and voluntary life insurance coverageEmployee Assistance Program401(k) retirement savings plan Paid sabbatical

We do not offer relocation assistance Local candidates preferred

Pay will be determined based on Education and Experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of transition age foster youth and want to join a dynamic and impactful organization, we invite you to apply. Together, let's empower transition age foster youth to achieve their dreams and build a brighter future. To learn more about First Place For Youth and view our current job openings, please visit our website at

We are unable to sponsor work visas now or in the future.

First Place will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and applicable law. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage or reviewing this guidance provide by the City of San Francisco. For additional information regarding your rights, please also review the Summary of Your Rights Under the FCRA.

Compensation details: 86 Yearly Salary

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