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Bricolage

Human Resources Manager

Bricolage, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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Bricolage Academy is seeking a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Manager to lead and strengthen our people operations in alignment with our mission, values, and commitment to equity. This role is critical to ensuring that our human capital systems are effective, compliant, and centered on employee growth, satisfaction, and organizational excellence.

The Human Resources Manager serves as a key member of the school’s leadership team and reports directly to the CEO. This leader will oversee all aspects of human resources, from onboarding and benefits administration to compliance, payroll, and employee relations, while cultivating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities Employee Support & Engagement

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to benefits, pay, policies, and employment matters

Design and facilitate a comprehensive, culturally responsive annual new-hire orientation

Support employee development and enhance job satisfaction through responsive HR practices

Benefits, Payroll & Compliance

Administer all employee benefits, including health, life/disability, 403(b), pension, and unemployment insurance

Provide training to faculty and staff to ensure understanding and effective use of benefit offeringsEvaluate benefits packages and recommend enhancements aligned to employee needs and organizational capacity

Manage payroll processes and attendance systems

Oversee all labor and employment compliance matters, collaborating with legal counsel as needed

Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and reporting requirements (including PEP)

Systems, Policy & Workforce Planning

Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HR systems

Forecast staffing needs and support workforce planning efforts

Communicate policy updates clearly and ensure consistent implementation

Annually review the Staff Handbook and recommend revisions to the CEO

Design and maintain accountability structures that promote fairness, transparency, and consistency

Qualifications & Competencies

Minimum of three (3) years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a nonprofit or education setting

Demonstrated success training and leading teams of adults

Strong working knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and HR best practices

Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and relationship-building skills

Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity

Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Experience with budget management and HR systems

Advanced computer literacy

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

At Bricolage, we believe people are our greatest asset. This role offers the opportunity to shape systems, culture, and experiences that directly impact staff well-being and student success, while contributing to a mission-driven organization committed to equity and innovation.

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