The HR Manager will lead daily HR operations, manage the HR team, and serve as the primary escalation point for employee relations and compliance matters. They will partner with the CHRO to implement HR strategy, oversee payroll and benefits, and advise senior leadership on organizational design and workforce planning.
JOB SUMMARY:
Adams Outdoor Advertising (AOA), the 4th largest and largest private Outdoor Advertising firm in the U.S., is seeking an HR Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of the HR function, translating the CHRO's strategy into programs, policies, and practices that support the business.
The HR Director is mainly responsible for owning employee relations escalations, compliance, and HR operations and leading and developing the Senior HR Generalist and HR Administrator. This position reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION INCLUDE:
Lead, manage, and develop the HR team (Senior HR Generalist, HR Assistant), setting priorities and reviewing work
Serve as the escalation point for complex employee relations matters, investigations, and terminations
Own HR compliance across the organization: policy administration, recordkeeping, and adherence to federal, state, and local employment law
Partner with the CHRO to design and implement HR strategy, policies, and programs aligned to business goals
Lead benefits program administration in partnership with the CHRO and brokers/vendors, including plan design discussions and open enrollment
Guide and support compensation programs: job architecture, pay equity review, annual comp cycles, and offer approvals
Advise senior leaders and people managers on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management
Oversee recruiting strategy and hiring processes for assigned functions or locations
Monitor and report HR metrics and trends to the CHRO, recommending action on turnover, engagement, and workforce risk
Manage HR audits (401(k), ACA, EEO-1, workers' compensation) and ensure timely, accurate completion
Lead HR projects and process improvements, including HRIS optimization and policy updates
Represent HR in cross-functional leadership discussions in the CHRO's absence
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's degree a plus
8+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years leading or managing HR staff
Strong working knowledge of federal and multi-state employment law and compliance requirements
Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations issues and investigations
Experience with benefits and compensation program administration
Proven ability to advise and influence senior leaders
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior HR certification
Experience in a multi-state or multi-site organization
Experience partnering with a CHRO or senior HR executive on strategic initiatives
ADAMS OUTDOOR ADVERTISING:
AOA, founded in 1983 by Steve Adams, is the 4th largest, and largest privately-held, Outdoor Advertising operator in the U.S.. AOA operates in the following 14 markets: Ann Arbor/Kalamazoo/Lansing (MI), Beaufort/Charleston/Florence (SC), Charlotte/Winston-Salem (NC), Eastern Pennsylvania (PA), Madison (WI), Norfolk (VA), Peoria/Champaign (IL) and Ohio (OH).
Searchlight Capital Partners, a leading global private investment firm, in partnership with British Columbia Investment Management Corporation, one of the largest asset managers in Canada, invested in AOA in 2021.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the job.
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