Human Resources Manager

Job Title: Human Resources Manager
Employment Status: Full-Time Salary Exempt
Location: On-site In-Person
Department: Administration
Reports To: Vice President of Finance & Operations

We value a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. OCM encourages applications from all qualified
individuals without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation age national origin
marital status disability or veteran status.

Mission: To engage the imagination and create excitement about learning.

Who We Are: Omaha Childrens Museum (OCM) is a mission-driven non-profit that has positively
influenced the lives of children for more than 45 years. OCM recognizes that behind every great
organization there are great people. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants who share our
vision as we want to engage all those who can contribute to our work and this mission.
OCM is a dynamic interactive space designed to ignite the curiosity and creativity of children through
engaging exhibits workshops and events. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive educational and
fun environment that supports the learning and growth of all children. Our mission extends beyond our
walls as we strive to be a community hub for early childhood development connecting with childcare
providers teens young parents and early childhood advocates.

Position Summary: The Human Resources (HR) Manager is responsible for developing and implementing
HR strategies that support the mission of Omaha Childrens Museum; adhering to the highest ethical
standards to help shape culture of the organization. This role will drive the implementation of HR
programs that enhance the employee experience ensuring that Omaha Childrens Museum continues to
attract engage and retain top talent. The HR Manager will lead ongoing initiatives including talent
management and development change management compensation strategies benefits HRIS and
payroll employee labor relations onboarding and leave management.

Key Responsibilities:

40% People & Culture
Professionally and confidentially handle employee relations issues and investigations and work
with managers to foster coaching and performance excellence
Work collaboratively with departments to optimize internal events onboarding
communications staff surveys performance coaching and training needs
Design and oversee annual review processes that comply with industry best practices and
work with supervisors on employee performance and improvement plans as needed
Value diversity of backgrounds & stay up-to-date on changing laws practices and HR
standards to ensure OCM utilizes recruiting strategies to enhance a diverse inclusive
workforce that reflects the community we serve

60% Administration Strategy & Compliance
Provide HR support and conduct review of all policies procedures and trainings including the
employee handbook and onboarding materials on an annual basis
Responsible for the coordination and management of benefits enrollment and serve as
contact for employee benefits questions
Ensure accuracy of payroll processing and implementation of the payroll systems for
timekeeping earnings and deductions & be responsible for labor laws and reporting
requirements
Evaluate and compare existing HR processes within the organization to implement and
adjust HR systems optimizing compliance and culture to nationally recognized childrens
museums best practices
Maintain organized current and confidential employee files to best practice and compliance
standards and keep employee onboarding & exit checklists current
Serve as a resource and reviewer of all job descriptions salary studies and wage
requirements to ensure job descriptions match practical function and comply with
government requirements
Design and oversee annual review processes that comply with industry best practices and
work with supervisors on employee performance and improvement plans as needed
Use data engagement information and workforce trends to proactively address workforce
challenges opportunities and strategies
Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
5 or more years comprehensive HR experience
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Human Resources certification preferred (PHR SPHR
SHRM-CP)
Proficiency in HR software tools for employee engagement and applicant tracking combined
with experience in analytics
Possess high level of emotional intelligence and the ability to form professional relationships
across all employee groups
Strong written and verbal communication skills & effective time and project management with
attention to detail

Physical Qualification:
Stand and walk for extended periods to engage with visitors and program participants
Navigate different areas of the Museum to assist visitors and ensure a positive experience
Bend stoop and reach to perform filing
Perform repetitive tasks including administrative work using computer software programs
Push or pull equipment such as a small flatbed and wheeled cases
Lift and carry items up to 20 pounds including educational materials art-making supplies and
cleaning products as needed

Compensation:
Qualifications and experience will be considered in the compensation for this position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals in accordance with the applicable
federal state and local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the hiring process
to perform the essential functions of the job and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of
employment please contact

To Apply
Please follow the application steps on our website or submit your cover letter and resume via email to and include the job role in the subject line.

Required Experience:

Manager