Bilingual Human Resources Manager

Tierra Encantada HQ

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • $105,000-125,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
  • Apply easily
Tierra Encantada is the leader in Spanish immersion early education®, providing award-winning care and education to children from 6 weeks to 6 years old. Recognized as one of the Top 50 Franchise Companies Doing the Most to Champion Diversity by Entrepreneur Magazine, The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies, and 10 Hottest Franchise Businesses in America by Inc Magazine, we're on a mission to shape the future of early childhood education - and we're growing rapidly.The HR Manager will support and lead core HR functions including employee relations, performance management, compliance, onboarding/offboarding, training and development, and policy implementation. This role is a key people leader who will help build efficient HR processes as we grow, serve as a go-to resource for employees and managers, and partner closely with the VP of HR to execute the HR roadmap. This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, startup-like setting and is excited to help scale a mission-driven company.Key Responsibilities
  • Compliance Management
  • Serve as the company's compliance lead, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
  • Manage the company's compliance programs, including I-9 verification, EEO-1 reporting, and OSHA compliance.
  • Oversee internal audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Monitor and interpret changes in labor laws, updating policies and procedures accordingly.
  • Employee Relations & Performance Management
  • Serve as a trusted HR partner to center directors and corporate managers by providing guidance on employee relations, performance issues, and disciplinary actions.
  • Conduct investigations and support resolution of employee concerns in a fair, compliant, and consistent manner.
  • Leave of Absence & Benefits Guidance
  • Provide support for employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA, and other applicable leaves.
  • Help develop and implement a standardized LOA process, working closely with payroll and benefits administration.
  • Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Leads and develops two direct reports-a Sr. HR Generalist and a Recruiting and Onboarding Manager-and collaborates closely with additional team members across HR and operations.
  • Work cross-functionally with payroll, licensing, training, and operations to support employee needs and organizational goals.
  • Training and Development
  • Lead compliance-related training initiatives, including anti-discrimination, workplace safety, and ethics.
  • Partner with the HR team to develop training programs that foster a culture of accountability and compliance.
  • Policy and Reporting
  • Support the Vice President of HR in the creation, revision, and communication of HR policies and handbooks.
  • Prepare compliance reports and audits for senior management, providing actionable insights.
  • Data & Metrics
  • Track HR KPIs, identify trends, and provide data-driven insights to senior management.
  • Use HR metrics to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
  • Leadership and Special Projects
  • Act as a subject matter expert on HR practices and compliance, advising managers and peers.
  • Take on special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned by the VP of HR.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
  • 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of employment law and experience managing audits/investigations
  • Technological proficiency and familiarity with HRIS and timekeeping systems
Preferred Qualifications:
  • SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification
  • Experience in childcare, education, or highly regulated industries
  • Demonstrated success in a high-growth, multi-site organization
Compensation & BenefitsSalary range is $105,000 - $125,000 and depends on qualifications, education, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid parental leave, 12 paid holidays, PTO accrual of 120 hours, 401(k) with 3% employer match, discounted childcare and waitlist priority for enrollment, company paid professional development, WFH one day a week, corporate office amenities (gym, wellness/nursing room, onsite company cafe with coffee, espresso bar, beverages, and snacks available to employees at no cost, onsite free parking), casual work environment, and employee-focused events.Tierra Encantada is an equal opportunity employer. Agency applications will not be considered. No immigration sponsorship is available for this position. E-Verify is used to verify employment eligibility.

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