Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Ready to shape the future of work at one of Marylands leading economic development organizations

Join Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) as our Human Resources Manager and play a pivotal role in creating a workplace where people thrive and innovation drives this position youll lead HR strategy and operationscovering culture compliance talent development and engagementwhile partnering with leadership to build a world class economic development team.

About MCEDC

The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) drives business growth and economic vitality in Montgomery County Maryland. We connect companies to resources advocate for a strong business climate and promote the county as a premier location for business success and innovation.

Position Overview

As MCEDCs Human Resources Manager youll be the driving force behind a people-first strategy that supports our mission and growth. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on executiondesigning policies programs and practices that foster an inclusive compliant and high-performing workplace. Youll manage the full spectrum of HR functions including recruitment onboarding benefits administration employee relations and organizational development while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and staff.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer youll work closely with the leadership team to align HR initiatives with MCEDCs culture and long-term goals ensuring our organization remains a top destination for talent and innovation.

Successful candidates for this position will demonstrate:

• Ability to design and implement policies and programs that align with organizational goals.
• Comfort managing day-to-day HR operations while driving long-term initiatives.
• Strong understanding of employment laws compliance requirements and HR best practices.
• Builds trust and works effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Resourceful in addressing challenges and balancing organizational needs with employee well-being.
• Maintains discretion and fairness in all HR matters.

Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns ensuring fair and consistent practices.
• Foster a positive inclusive workplace culture through communication recognition and engagement initiatives.
• Support performance management processes coaching managers on feedback and development conversations.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Establish and oversee HR policies procedures and best practices aligned with employment laws and MCEDCs culture.
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment regulations (EEO FMLA ADA etc.).
• Manage employee records HRIS data and reporting.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead full-cycle recruitment: job postings sourcing interviewing and onboarding.
• Partner with leadership to define staffing needs and support hiring decisions.
• Ensure a welcoming and organized onboarding experience for new hires.

Organizational Development

• Support training professional development and succession planning.
• Partner with leadership to align HR programs with MCEDCs mission and values.
• Help design policies that support equity inclusion and work-life balance.

Compensation & Benefits Administration and Operations Support

• Oversee payroll coordination and benefits administration (medical retirement leave etc.).
• Evaluate benefit offerings and recommend enhancements as the organization grows.
• Assist with annual compensation reviews and benchmarking.
• Assist Business Operations Manager with procurement and vendor contracts and relations activities.
• Maintain organization and integrity of MCEDCs HR and business operations files.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field (Masters or HR certification preferred).
• 57 years of progressive HR experience including generalist-level responsibilities.
• SHRM-CP or PHR preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws and best practices particularly for small and nonprofit organizations.
• Proven experience managing recruitment employee relations and benefits administration.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office.
• High level of integrity confidentiality and professionalism.

Core Competencies

• Collaborative communicator: Builds trust across teams and leadership levels.
• Hands-on and resourceful: Comfortable managing both strategy and details.
• Solutions-focused: Balances organizational needs with employee well-being.
• Ethical and discreet: Maintains confidentiality and fairness in all HR matters.

Compensation

The anticipated annualized salary range is $85000 - $100000 for full time employment along with a robust benefits package that includes medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance group life insurance short- and long-term disability insurance and retirement benefits. A generous paid time off program is also available.

TO APPLY:

MCEDC will begin a review of applications immediately and will continue its work until an appointment of the Human Resources Manager is made. For full consideration applicants MUST submit the following in a Word Document:

• Letter of interest: Please include a cover letter that highlights your experience and explains how you will contribute to MCEDCs mission and strategic initiatives as our Human Resources Manager.

• Professional Resume.

Who We Are:

MCEDCs vision is to drive effective economic prosperity initiatives that foster job growth and the cultivate a business ecosystem conducive to a vibrant and competitive local economy. We intend to be a leader of innovation and a premier destination characterized by a culture that embraces diversity inclusivity and equity.

MCEDC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or other protected class. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

We welcome you to apply today!