We want you to do your best work. At HGA, we believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and do work that leaves a lasting impact. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for a flexible work environment, and empower your desired career growth. Here you will find a collaborative work environment with a wide variety of project types and project scopes as well as social activities integrated into our office culture. We offer challenge, recognition, and growth opportunities that will fuel your professional career.

We’re looking for a strategic Sr Human Resources Manager to join our 15-person decentralized HR team.You will support our Northern California region which consists of Sacramento, San Francisco, and San Jose offices and has a mixture of Architects, Engineers, Planners, and Interior Designers who thrive on working together to create holistic designs for our corporate, arts, community, healthcare and higher education clients. If you have a passion for creating a truly equitable culture, where policies, practices, and resources are aligned so all people can thrive; a wholly inclusive environment, in which everyone feels valued and respected; and a culture where differences are cultivated and appreciated, and want to be a part of the hard work to make that happen, we would love to hear from you.

This position is responsible for providing thoughtful advice and leadership in the areas of employee relations, recruiting, performance management, training and development, while implementing firm-wide HR projects, processes, policies and procedures supporting the vision and values of HGA. Collaboration with internal teams, building culture, and developing and sustaining internal relationships are key elements to the success of this position. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources, and interacts with leadership, project staff (designers, architects, engineers), and department staff in our Northern California offices. 

Recruitment, Employee Relations and Compensation

• Provides support and consulting in assigned offices in all human resources functions
• Conducts recruitment efforts for exempt and nonexempt staff
• Acts as trusted advisor providing advice and counsel to managers on employee relations matters
• Performs employee relations activities to promote increased communication, conflict resolution, and employee recognition programs
• Counsels employees and leadership to settle work-related conflicts through advice and recommendation
• Initiates and participates in staff development, including coaching, performance evaluations, career path, and compensation recommendations
• Provides compensation recommendations to ensure compliance and equity within the organization
• Develops, writes, and updates job descriptions from direct observation and/or interviews with the position incumbent and discussions with supervisors
• Collaborates on the development of onboarding content and conducts in-office new employee orientation
• Updates the HRIS system accurately and on a timely basis with changes in personnel and compensation levels

Training

• Facilitates various training programs to include hiring and selection, performance management, supervisor and leadership skills, and HR legal updates
• Researches and recommends external employee training, when applicable

HR Department participation

• Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems
• Recommends and implements new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in the efficiency of the HR department and performed services
• Leads HR strategic goal projects as needed
• Using the HRIS system and other information resources, generates a variety of department reports in order to compile related statistics and to provide useful information to the organization
• Ensures policies, procedures and reporting are in compliance with legal requirements and government reporting regulations
• Keeps abreast of current trends and developments in human resources by establishing professional affiliations and participating in professional activities to include seminars, conferences, and reading appropriate books and journals

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or other related field or equivalent
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience
• Ability to communicate with employees at all levels of the organization
• Exceptional communication skills, including oral, written and presentation skills
• Ability to analyze and assimilate information from multiple sources to develop clear, actionable steps and recommendations
• High level of integrity and ability to influence upward and outward
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail
• Creative problem solving and critical decision-making skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within the HR department and across the organization 

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to have, but not required)

• Expert knowledge in California employment law
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or SHRM-SCP certification preferred
• Professional services firm experience desired
• Experience with iCIMS applicant tracking software
• Familiarity with ADP payroll software, or equivalent
• Ability to travel, including overnight as required (20%)

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $102,900 - $158,900

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