Senior Human Resources Manager

Bakersfield , United States
full-time

AI overview

Lead HR operations in a values-driven agriculture organization, ensuring compliance, managing benefits, and partnering with leadership to develop a strong workforce.
Position Overview We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Human Resources Manager to lead and elevate our clients HR function within a growing agriculture organization. This role partners closely with leadership to support our people, strengthen compliance, develop leaders, and ensure efficient HR operations. The ideal candidate is experienced, approachable, and thrives in a values-driven, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Human Resources Manager Lead all HR operations including employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and HR policies Oversee and manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and agriculture-specific regulations Partner with leadership to train, coach, and develop managers on people leadership, performance management, and best HR practices Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and culture initiatives Manage benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and wellness initiatives Drive continuous improvement of HR processes, systems, and documentation Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies aligned with business needs Handle employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion, and empathy Maintain accurate employee records and HR reporting Qualifications of the Senior Human Resources Manager Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (HR certification preferred) 5 years of progressive HR experience, including leadership or senior-level responsibility Strong knowledge of payroll, wage and hour laws, and employment compliance Experience in agriculture, manufacturing, or similar regulated environments preferred Proven ability to train and influence leaders at all levels Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating both strategically and tactically What Our Client Offers Medical, dental, and vision insurance (company covers 50% of premiums) 4% 401(k) match 3 weeks of paid time off Supportive, collaborative, and family-oriented company culture A company that genuinely invests in employee growth and development Long-term stability within a respected agriculture organization
#GHJSS #LI-SL1

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance (company covers 50% of premiums)
  • Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of paid time off

GHJ is a national advisory, accounting, and tax firm that partners with clients to help grow their businesses. They provide personalized accounting and advisory services to support clients in pursuing their passions, building thriving businesses, and c...

View all jobs
Salary
$110,000 – $140,000 per year
Ace your job interview

Understand the required skills and qualifications, anticipate the questions you may be asked, and study well-prepared answers using our sample responses.

Senior Human Resources Manager Q&A's
Report this job
Apply for this job