Human Resources Manager

MeatEater, Inc. is seeking a Human Resources Manager to join the team here in Bozeman, MT. As an HR Manager at MeatEater, you will have the opportunity to work across five phenomenal outdoor brands and among some of the most talented professionals in the outdoor industry. The HR Manager will act as the HR lead reporting to the Chief Financial Officer. This person should be a dynamic and ambitious individual, willing to both manage and execute on HR strategy and initiatives. 

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for leading the HR function at MeatEater. The HR Manager plays a critical role in driving and achieving HR functional goals and executing HR programs, policies, and procedures. The Manager is responsible for developing and implementing organizational human resources policies, supporting people management, prioritizing company culture and employee engagement, and acting as a consultant for all employee relations matters with the support of other HR team members. The HR Manager directs recruiting and onboarding for new employees, develops and deploys training and career development programs, takes the pulse of the workplace and influences office and company culture, works closely with the CFO on salary structures and wage cycles, and negotiates and oversees benefits packages. The HR Manager selects HR-related vendors or service providers. The Manager acts as senior management for the team and focuses on developing human resource strategies.

• Leads HR strategy and initiatives, particularly in areas such as succession planning and career development, employee engagement, and compensation structure
• Function as HR business partner, consulting with leadership and acting as liaison between executive team and general workforce
• Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning
• Manages company review processes including but not limited to employee experience survey, and performance review process
• Prioritize cultural enrichment strategy and initiatives, inclusive of leading MeatEater office culture committee 
• Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees, i.e. learning series, management training, etc. 
• Provides ongoing people management training and support
• Provides oversight, mentorship, and guidance to HR Coordinator
• Liaises thoughtfully and sensitively with management and other staff, making recommendations and leading implementation when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations
• Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches, proposes, and helps implement competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent
• Manages the talent acquisition process with key focus on mid and high level roles, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings
• Supports HR Coordinator on entry and occasionally mid level roles recruitment process
• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
• Works in collaboration with HR Coordinator to create and maintain employee recognition program 
• Works in collaboration with CFO on long term compensation strategy
• Advises and contributes to employee and candidate marketing programs via employee experience page and other initiatives 
• Support of MeatEater Gives philanthropic committee, events, and reporting including ongoing maintenance of employer Charitable Match Program and philanthropic data collection
• Contribute to MeatEater Gives webpage, internal, and external reporting efforts as it relates to philanthropy
• Other duties as beneficial to MeatEater

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains staff as appropriate
• Mentors and coaches HR Coordinator
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations for team
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy

Education/Training 

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Communications or related field preferred 

Experience 

• 5+ years of HR experience with demonstrated progressive path of responsibility
• Familiarity with HRIS systems including ATS, payroll, LMS, TRS, performance management
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office and G-Suite

Specialized Knowledge/Skills 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems
• Interest in supporting teammates and advancing the businesses culture and success
• Passion for the MeatEater organization and family of brands
• Strong interest in Hunting, Fishing, and Conservation
• Enthusiasm and joy for the cultural and professional development of a mission-driven team