Human Resources Manager (HR Manager)

Human Resources Manager

Charlottesville VA On-Site Leadership Role Hybrid Flexibility

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a workforce of approximately 1248 employees across a growing employee-owned organization. This leadership role partners with business leaders to drive employee relations compliance performance management HR operations talent acquisition and workforce initiatives. The HR Manager will lead a team of six HR and Recruiting professionals including oversight of a Payroll Team of three ensuring the effective delivery of HR recruiting and payroll services while fostering a positive employee experience and supporting organizational growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $115000 - $155000 annually

Compensation is based on experience qualifications certifications and leadership experience.

Benefits Include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become an Owner
• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities.

Location & Work Schedule

• Based in Charlottesville VA
• Full-time Monday-Friday (typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
• Primarily based at CMAs corporate office with periodic travel to dealership locations
• Strong on-site presence is expected to effectively support employees leaders and business operations
• Flexibility to support employee relations recruiting training and other organizational needs as required

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals and workforce needs.
• Lead and develop a team of six HR Recruiting and Payroll professionals fostering collaboration accountability and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on employee relations performance management coaching and workplace concerns.
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws as well as company policies and practices.
• Oversee talent acquisition strategies recruiting operations onboarding programs and workforce planning initiatives.
• Direct HR operations including policy administration employee records leave management and HR programs.
• Provide oversight and support for payroll operations to ensure accuracy compliance and timely processing.
• Leverage Paylocity and other HR technology platforms to optimize processes reporting and the employee experience.
• Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.
• Lead employee engagement retention recognition and organizational development initiatives.
• Support training leadership development and succession planning efforts across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency compliance and employee satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field.
• 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• 3 years of people leadership experience including managing HR Recruiting and/or Payroll teams.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations performance management employment law and HR compliance.
• Experience overseeing HR operations for a multi-location organization.
• Experience using HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coach leaders influence decision-making and build strong working relationships.
• Excellent communication organizational and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP PHR or SPHR certification.
• Experience leading Talent Acquisition or Recruiting functions.
• Experience overseeing payroll operations and partnering closely with payroll teams.
• Multi-state employment law and compliance experience.
• Experience supporting organizations with 1000 employees.
• Experience with change management employee engagement and organizational development initiatives.
• HR analytics reporting and workforce planning experience.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional employee experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Join Our Team

Join Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) a family-owned company where associates have the opportunity to share in the success of the business through our ESOP. If youre a collaborative HR leader passionate about supporting employees developing teams and driving organizational success wed love to hear from you. Together were committed to Moving Lives Forward.

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