Description:
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 1,248 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: $115,000 - $155,000 annually
Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and leadership experience.
Benefits Include:
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Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become an Owner
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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
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401(k) with Company Match
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Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
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Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Paid Maternity Leave
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Employee Discounts
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Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities.
Location & Work Schedule
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Based in Charlottesville, VA
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Full-time, Monday-Friday (typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
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Primarily based at CMA's corporate office with periodic travel to dealership locations
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Strong on-site presence is expected to effectively support employees, leaders, and business operations
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Flexibility to support employee relations, recruiting, training, and other organizational needs as required
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities
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Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals and workforce needs.
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Lead and develop a team of six HR, Recruiting, and Payroll professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on employee relations, performance management, coaching, and workplace concerns.
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and practices.
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Oversee talent acquisition strategies, recruiting operations, onboarding programs, and workforce planning initiatives.
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Direct HR operations, including policy administration, employee records, leave management, and HR programs.
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Provide oversight and support for payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
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Leverage Paylocity and other HR technology platforms to optimize processes, reporting, and the employee experience.
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Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.
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Lead employee engagement, retention, recognition, and organizational development initiatives.
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Support training, leadership development, and succession planning efforts across the organization.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
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7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
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3+ years of people leadership experience, including managing HR, Recruiting, and/or Payroll teams.
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Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, employment law, and HR compliance.
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Experience overseeing HR operations for a multi-location organization.
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Experience using HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience strongly preferred.
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Demonstrated ability to coach leaders, influence decision-making, and build strong working relationships.
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Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
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Experience leading Talent Acquisition or Recruiting functions.
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Experience overseeing payroll operations and partnering closely with payroll teams.
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Multi-state employment law and compliance experience.
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Experience supporting organizations with 1,000+ employees.
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Experience with change management, employee engagement, and organizational development initiatives.
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HR analytics, reporting, and workforce planning experience.
Leadership Competencies
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Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership approach.
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Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
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Strong business acumen and ability to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
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Commitment to delivering an exceptional employee experience.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Join Our Team
Join Carter Myers Automotive (CMA), a 100% employee-owned company where associates have the opportunity to share in the success of the business through our ESOP. If you're a collaborative HR leader passionate about supporting employees, developing teams, and driving organizational success, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we're committed to Moving Lives Forward.
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