Human Resources Manager
6 hours ago
Ready to shape the future of work at one of Maryland's leading economic development organizations?
Join Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) as our Human Resources Manager and play a pivotal role in creating a workplace where people thrive and innovation drives progress. In this position, you'll lead HR strategy and operations-covering culture, compliance, talent development, and engagement-while partnering with leadership to build a world class economic development team.
About MCEDC
The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) drives business growth and economic vitality in Montgomery County, Maryland. We connect companies to resources, advocate for a strong business climate, and promote the county as a premier location for business success and innovation.
Position Overview
As MCEDC's Human Resources Manager, you'll be the driving force behind a people-first strategy that supports our mission and growth. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution-designing policies, programs, and practices that foster an inclusive, compliant, and high-performing workplace. You'll manage the full spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, and organizational development, while serving as a trusted advisor to leadership and staff.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you'll work closely with the leadership team to align HR initiatives with MCEDC's culture and long-term goals, ensuring our organization remains a top destination for talent and innovation.
Successful candidates for this position will demonstrate:
- Ability to design and implement policies and programs that align with organizational goals.
- Comfort managing day-to-day HR operations while driving long-term initiatives.
- Strong understanding of employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.
- Builds trust and works effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Resourceful in addressing challenges and balancing organizational needs with employee well-being.
- Maintains discretion and fairness in all HR matters.
Employee Relations & Engagement
- Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, ensuring fair and consistent practices.
- Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture through communication, recognition, and engagement initiatives.
- Support performance management processes, coaching managers on feedback and development conversations.
- Establish and oversee HR policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with employment laws and MCEDC's culture.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations (EEO, FMLA, ADA, etc.).
- Manage employee records, HRIS data, and reporting.
- Lead full-cycle recruitment: job postings, sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
- Partner with leadership to define staffing needs and support hiring decisions.
- Ensure a welcoming and organized onboarding experience for new hires.
- Support training, professional development, and succession planning.
- Partner with leadership to align HR programs with MCEDC's mission and values.
- Help design policies that support equity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
- Oversee payroll coordination and benefits administration (medical, retirement, leave, etc.).
- Evaluate benefit offerings and recommend enhancements as the organization grows.
- Assist with annual compensation reviews and benchmarking.
- Assist Business Operations Manager with procurement and vendor contracts and relations activities.
- Maintain organization and integrity of MCEDC's HR and business operations files.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's or HR certification preferred).
- 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, including generalist-level responsibilities.
- SHRM-CP or PHR preferred.
- Strong knowledge of HR laws and best practices, particularly for small and nonprofit organizations.
- Proven experience managing recruitment, employee relations, and benefits administration.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
- Collaborative communicator: Builds trust across teams and leadership levels.
- Hands-on and resourceful: Comfortable managing both strategy and details.
- Solutions-focused: Balances organizational needs with employee well-being.
- Ethical and discreet: Maintains confidentiality and fairness in all HR matters.
The anticipated annualized salary range is $85,000 - $100,000 for full time employment, along with a robust benefits package that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, group life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and retirement benefits. A generous paid time off program is also available.
TO APPLY:
MCEDC will begin a review of applications immediately and will continue its work until an appointment of the Human Resources Manager is made. For full consideration, applicants MUST submit the following in a Word Document:
- Letter of interest: Please include a cover letter that highlights your experience and explains how you will contribute to MCEDC's mission and strategic initiatives as our Human Resources Manager.
- Professional Resume.
Who We Are:
MCEDC's vision is to drive effective economic prosperity initiatives that foster job growth, and the cultivate a business ecosystem conducive to a vibrant and competitive local economy. We intend to be a leader of innovation and a premier destination, characterized by a culture that embraces diversity, inclusivity, and equity.
MCEDC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
We welcome you to apply today
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