Human Resources Manager Part Time

ABOUT THE FUND
The Fund for Educational Excellence (“the Fund”) is an independent nonprofit organization working to close the equity and opportunity gaps for all students in Baltimore City Public Schools. We believe a strong public school system is the foundation for the health and success of Baltimore. We expand resources, identify and accelerate solutions, and recognize excellence so that all children in Baltimore City Public Schools experience an effective and equitable education.

As the Fund continues to grow and refine the services and supports it provides to Baltimore City Public Schools, the Human Resources department has determined a need for a Part-Time Human Resources Manager. This role will report to the Senior Director, People and Culture. This role will provide payroll and benefits administration to a core staff of 17 based in downtown Baltimore, as well as to the Fund’s fiscal sponsorship clients, whose organizations represent over 100 full-time, part-time and seasonal staff working in educational non-profits throughout the metropolitan area, i.e., the Fund’s “co-employees.”

WHO WILL YOU WORK WITH?
The Human Resources Manager will be a part of the Core Fund staff. The human resources function at the Fund interacts on some level with every core staff member at our Baltimore office, as well as our employees who work within our fiscally sponsored organizations. Key interfaces for this role will include the position’s direct manager, the Fund’s Sr. Director of People and Culture. Given the financial nature of payroll and benefits, a strong working relationship with the Chief Finance Officer, and the Finance and Fiscal Sponsorship teams will be necessary. The Human Resources Manager may also interact with vendors, brokers, or service providers.

HOW IS TECHNOLOGY USED IN THIS ROLE?
To maximize the value of our knowledge and expertise to our clients, the Fund uses ADP Workforce Now as our HR technology platform of choice to support the processing of payroll and information-sharing and learning across our organization, as well as several complementary systems to manage our health benefits and retirement plan. The HR Manager will support these systems, as well as ensure the Fund maximizes the use of these technologies for our benefit.

WHAT WILL YOU ACCOMPLISH IN THIS ROLE?
The HR Manager has a unique and exciting opportunity to assist the Sr. Director of People and Culture in defining and shaping a human resources function for a 21st century workforce. Key accountabilities for this role include:

• Payroll Administration. Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing using ADP-Workforce Now. Ensures adherence to company policies and relevant regulations. Maintains accurate payroll records; resolves payroll issues as needed. Works with Finance to ensure payroll and finance systems are aligned to ensure accurate transfer of information and reporting.
• Benefits Administration. Manages the enrollment process for new hires, ensuring timely enrollment, and guides the open enrollment process through ADP Workforce Now. Collaborates with benefit providers, e.g., insurance companies, retirement plan administrators. Acts as the administrator for the Fund’s benefit self-service portal.
• HR Compliance Reporting and Assurance. Maintains accurate records of employee benefit elections; generates reports for internal use or audit processes as necessary.
• Managing Employee Life-Cycle Events. Maintains employee information in ADP Workforce Now.
• Customer/Client Service. Provides exceptional customer service to the Fund’s internal and external clients by promptly addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring clear communication and support across departments.
• Cultural Competency. Contributes to the Fund’s efforts to foster a positive organizational culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion and supports collaboration and respect amount team members. Ensures the Fund’s equity work is incorporated into decisions, programs, and processes for which they are personally responsible, further supporting the efforts for this work to become an integral part of the organization.

THE FUND VALUES THESE ABILITIES IN THE NEW LEADER IN THIS ROLE . . .

• Demonstrated capabilities as an HR professional, reflected in a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (4) years related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Applied knowledge of core human resources functions; payroll administration, benefits administration, HRIS and HR policy and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business software applications (e.g. MS Office Suite) to streamline administrative tasks, organize and analyze and/or synthesize and present data and information for a variety of audiences and purposes.
• Demonstrated communications skills, verbal and written, and an ability to modify communication style for the audience and use the appropriate tone in communications to ensure clarity and understanding.
• HR or Payroll certification (e.g., CPP, PHR, SHRM-CP)
• Knowledge of urban public-school systems and/or a demonstrated commitment to educational equity.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.

WHY CONSIDER JOINING THE FUND FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE TEAM?

Competitive Compensation. Our compensation package includes a base salary range of $32,500 - $35,200 for a 20-hour work week. If offered employment with us, the starting salary would be within this range based on how well your skill profile aligns with the duties of the position. Our team members also have the opportunity to be eligible for annual incentives, based on individual and organizational performance.

A great place to work! At the Fund for Educational Excellence, culture matters! We work daily to make our organization a great place to work, and we believe in supporting our team members beyond the workplace. The Fund offers a hybrid work arrangement (one [1] day on-site; two [2] days remote), flexible work schedules, and a mandatory benefits package for part-time employees, a 401K plan, a transportation allowance, a remote work stipend and generous leave benefits. Most of our benefits are available to our team on the first day of employment.

Be the change you want to see in Baltimore City! A strong K-12 education can provide a solid foundation for living our lives to their fullest potential. The Fund’s services and work allows us to contribute to education and learning success in the Baltimore school district.

Be a part of an organization committed to the work of equity. At the Fund, our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace begins with acknowledging and understanding the complexities of racism in our society. We actively work to unlearn old behaviors and learn new ones which support the creation of a work environment where everyone’s contributions are recognized and respected.

The Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe our work and programs are strengthened when they are developed and supported by individuals with diverse life experiences, and whose understanding of social and cultural issues can help make our work and our organization more inclusive. We encourage bi-lingual and multi-lingual candidates, as well as applicants of all ages, racial, economic, social, cultural, sexual orientation, ability and gender expressions, national origins and veteran statuses to apply.