Purpose:

Responsible for leading and administering all human resources functions in support of the credit union’s mission, values, and strategic goals. This role ensures compliance with employment laws and regulations, promotes a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and partners with leadership to attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce committed to exceptional member service.

Duties and Responsibilities

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Oversight

• Administer compensation programs, benefits, and incentive plans in alignment with market trends and internal equity.
• Partner with vendors and internal teams on benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communications.
• Oversee payroll processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee 401k funding processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including NCUA-related requirements.
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
• Prepare HR-related documentation for audits, exams, and internal reviews

HR Systems & Reporting

• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Prepare HR metrics and reports for leadership, including turnover, staffing, and training.
• Recommend and implement improvements to HR processes and systems.

Strategic HR Leadership

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and management on human resources strategies, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Align HR initiatives with the credit union’s mission, values, and business objectives.
• Support change management initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Manage employee relations matters, including coaching leaders, conflict resolution, investigations, and corrective action.
• Develop and implement employee engagement, recognition, and retention programs.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Oversee recruitment, selection, and hiring processes for all positions.
• Ensure equitable, compliant, and efficient hiring practices
• Coordinating onboarding that supports new employee success and cultural integration

Performance Management & Development

• Administer performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and development planning.
• Identify training needs and coordinate professional development, leadership training, and compliance training.
• Support succession planning and career path development.

Administration

• Assists in office operations tasks including, but not limited to, data entry, note-taking, and record-keeping.
• Serves in a support capacity as necessary for Executive Management when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

OR

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive human resources experience; financial services or credit union experience preferred.

Certifications (Preferred):

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements
• Excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Proficiency in HRIS payroll and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to lead with empathy, integrity, and accountability

Hours per week: 40

Classification: Full-time - Hourly, Non-exempt

Pay Frequency: Biweekly (Paid on Wednesdays)

In compliance with the State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the pay rate for this position is $34.53 to $40.28. Placement within the range will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Paid Training: Yes. Job-specific training initially provided the first 90 days followed by a 90-day performance evaluation.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday (1/2-hour unpaid lunch break).

Shift: Day

Work Remotely: No

Work Location: 101, W. Elmer Road, Vineland NJ 08360

Benefits:

Bay Atlantic FCU is oriented toward "people helping people" and our employees strive at giving our members a unique experience where they are greeted with a smile and engaged to find out their financial needs.

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