<p>Robert Half has a new direct-hire opportunity for an HR Manager based in Baltimore, MD. This position will sit fully on site for training and then will allow a hybrid work schedule. The Human Resources Manager is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for building, managing, and executing all HR functions within the organization as a standalone department. Reporting directly to the Executive Team, this role serves as both a trusted advisor and operational driver, ensuring that people strategies align with business objectives while maintaining compliance, culture, and employee engagement.</p><p><br></p><p>This position requires a proactive, self-sufficient professional who can seamlessly shift between high-level strategic planning and day-to-day HR operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Strategic Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the Executive Team to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals and growth.</li><li>Serve as a key advisor on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy.</li><li>Build and evolve HR policies, programs, and initiatives from the ground up.</li><li>Foster a positive, inclusive, and performance-driven company culture.</li></ul><p><strong>HR Operations & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Own and manage all core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and offboarding.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Talent Acquisition & Development</strong></p><ul><li>Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts across all departments.</li><li>Design onboarding programs that ensure successful employee integration.</li><li>Identify training and development needs; implement learning initiatives to support employee growth.</li><li>Support leadership development and succession planning efforts.</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Relations</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the primary point of contact for employee concerns, conflict resolution, and performance issues.</li><li>Promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and engagement.</li><li>Conduct investigations and manage sensitive HR matters with discretion and professionalism.</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and manage compensation structures and benefits programs.</li><li>Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.</li><li>Oversee payroll coordination and benefits administration.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Risk Management</strong></p><ul><li>Ensure adherence to employment laws, regulations, and best practices.</li><li>Manage HR-related risk, including policies related to workplace safety, harassment, and ethics.</li><li>Coordinate with legal counsel when necessary.</li></ul><p><strong>HR Metrics & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Track, analyze, and report on key HR metrics to inform decision-making.</li><li>Provide regular updates and insights to the Executive Team.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager/Director to join a small team for a contract assignment expected to last approximately four weeks. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can evaluate current workflows, build practical payroll procedures, and support the rollout of an updated timekeeping approach. The successful candidate will bring strong operational knowledge, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to guide employees through process adoption and training.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assess existing payroll operations and develop streamlined procedures that improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.</p><p>• Lead the design and rollout of revised payroll processes that align with business needs and support day-to-day execution.</p><p>• Support implementation of the timeclock solution, including setup coordination, workflow alignment, and user readiness.</p><p>• Deliver training and practical guidance to managers and staff on updated payroll and timekeeping procedures.</p><p>• Oversee full-cycle payroll activities and ensure timely, accurate processing across a multi-state workforce.</p><p>• Manage payroll administration for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining compliance with company policy and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to document payroll policies, establish controls, and address operational issues during implementation.</p><p>• Provide subject matter expertise in payroll management tools to support process design and ongoing usability.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Manager to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Washington, District of Columbia. This role will guide end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states, ensure compliance with applicable wage and tax regulations, and support a dependable payroll experience for employees and stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on expertise with high-volume payroll environments and experience confirguring Workday to improve accuracy and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct complete payroll operations from data review through final submission for a workforce of more than 500 employees.</p><p>• Manage payroll processing on a bi-monthly schedule while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines, and resolving discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Oversee multi-state payroll activity and apply current federal, state, and local payroll regulations to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Review earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and adjustments to confirm payroll results are correct and properly documented.</p><p>• Partner with HR, Finance, and other internal teams to address payroll issues, support reporting needs, and improve process consistency.</p><p>• Use Workday, including Workday ERP and Workday Payroll, to maintain employee payroll records, process transactions, and generate audit-ready reports.</p><p>• Investigate payroll variances and employee inquiries, providing clear resolution and maintaining a high standard of service.</p><p>• Support payroll-related process updates or system-related changes when needed, ensuring minimal disruption to payroll delivery.</p><p><br></p><p>All interested candidates in this Payroll Manager role and other fulltime opportunities in the DMV please send your resume to contact Justin Decker via LinkedIn. </p>