Human Resources Specialist (HR Specialist)

Purpose Statement: Support the mission of Man Up by managing effective human resources systems that equip team members to thrive, ensure organizational compliance, and provide a healthy work environment as we scale.

Reports to: COO

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage day-to-day human resources operations for the organization
• Serve as organizational subject matter expert on human resources policies, employment practices, and applicable employment laws
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment requirements across all states in which Man Up employs team members
• Maintain complete, accurate, confidential, and current personnel files, employment records, job descriptions, and required documentation
• Coordinate updates to the Employee Handbook and human resources policies with the COO
• Manage the full recruiting process including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, reference checks, offers, and hiring documentation
• Own and continuously improve organizational onboarding and offboarding processes
• Conduct new employee orientation related to organizational policies, administrative systems, payroll, benefits, purchasing, reimbursement, and other organization-wide procedures
• Coordinate with Team Leads to ensure effective transition from organizational onboarding to department- and program-specific training
• Administer payroll, employee benefits, paid time off, leave, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and employee changes through Gusto
• Serve as primary administrator for Gusto and maintain accurate employee information within organizational HR systems
• Manage employee background screening and required employment clearances including fingerprinting, VECHS/FDLE, MinistrySafe, driving records, and other applicable requirements
• Administer required compliance training and maintain documentation of completion
• Assist COO with employee relations matters, corrective action documentation, investigations, and other personnel matters as requested
• Maintain accurate HR data and prepare reporting related to headcount, turnover, recruiting, retention, benefits, training, and other key measures
• Develop and maintain human resources standard operating procedures and identify opportunities to improve and automate HR processes
• Provide research, recommendations, and innovative ideas to ensure organizational HR practices meet or exceed industry best practices
• Ensure personal annual objectives and key results are met or exceeded in a timely fashion
• Perform miscellaneous human resources-related duties as assigned
• Participate in weekly/monthly staff meetings
• Pray for the work of Man Up
• Willingness to commit to personal and professional development including participation in organizational continuing education

Time Investment:

• Full-time, salaried position
• 12-month employee
• Primarily remote; must reside in Central Florida
• Required to work from Man Up headquarters in Clearwater at least one day per week
• Occasional evenings, weekends, and travel as needed

Requirements:

• Active member of local, like-minded church
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related field required
• Three to five (3–5) years of professional human resources experience
• Experience managing multiple areas of HR including recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee records
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience supporting employees in multiple states preferred
• Experience with Gusto or comparable HRIS/payroll platform preferred
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or comparable HR certification preferred
• Commitment to vision, mission, and values of Man Up

Competencies:

• Entrepreneurial self-starter
• Exceptional integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
• High attention to detail
• Strong judgment and ability to recognize when matters require escalation
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to relate well with individuals from varied backgrounds and different worldviews
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Team Leads, Executive Team members, and employees
• Works well in a fast-paced, primarily remote environment

Benefits:

• Benefits include health insurance, HSA, paid holidays, vacation days, and flexible work hours