Human Resources Manager

Manages the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department, supervises assigned staff, and ensures the accurate, timely, and effective administration of HR programs and services. Ensure compliance with applicable federal and Florida laws, regulations, Authority policies, procedures, and public records requirements.

The position oversees recruitment and selection, employee benefits, retirement and leave administration, HRIS and personnel records, payroll coordination, workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, employee relations, workplace investigations, and HR reporting. The position also supports policy development, risk management, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR operations, supervise assigned staff, establish priorities, and ensure effective service delivery.

• Oversee recruitment, selection, background screening, onboarding, employee benefits, retirement programs, and leave administration.

• Ensure the accuracy, security, and integrity of HRIS data, personnel records, and employment documentation.

• Facilitates cross-functional collaboration between HR and Finance to ensure accurate processing of payroll, benefits, retirement contributions, and integrated reporting.

• Oversee workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, employment verifications, and return-to-work coordination.

• Advise employees and management on employee relations, performance management, workplace policies, and applicable employment requirements.

• Conduct or oversee workplace investigations and coordinate with legal counsel when appropriate.

• Coordinate HR records requests, audits, and document retention in accordance with applicable public records laws and Authority procedures.

• Monitor compliance requirements, employment law developments, HR metrics, and operational risks; recommend improvements as needed.

• Assist with maintaining HR policies, procedures, the Employee Handbook, departmental budgets, internal controls, and employee engagement initiatives.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience, including at least three (3) years of supervisory or team leadership experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to analyze data and prepare reports.

• Valid state driver’s license.

• Ability to successfully complete applicable airport security background screening and credentialing requirements.

• Ability to pass Federal Fingerprint Background Check - the Federal Fingerprint Background Check is not limited to 7 years but checks your entire lifetime. Felonies will not be cleared.

• Ability to pass a 10 Panel Drug Test - The Full Panel Drug Test DOES include testing for THC. SAA is a drug free workplace.

• Favorable Moving Violation Report(MVR)

Preferred Qualifications:

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

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or other applicable professional certification.

• Experience in public-sector HR, employment law compliance, public records administration, and employment-related risk management.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is highly organized, efficient, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects and competing priorities. This individual demonstrates sound judgment, strong leadership, integrity, and a thorough understanding of HR compliance, risk management, and the accountability required in a public-sector environment.

Equally important, the successful candidate brings emotional intelligence and compassion to employee interactions while maintaining fairness, professionalism, confidentiality, and accountability. We seek a dependable professional interested in long-term service, organizational stability, and building a lasting career with the Authority.

BENEFITS

Eligible the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, you will receive:

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Basic Life/AD&D (equal to 1x annual salary)

• Long-Term Disability insurance

• Access to a variety of voluntary insurance options

• 80 hours of vacation time accrued annually

• 40 hours of sick leave accrued annually

• 24 hours of pro-rated non-accruing paid time off per fiscal year

• 13 paid holidays each year

Detailed benefits and enrollment information provided upon hire

At Sanford Airport Authority, the team behind Sanford International Airport, we believe in growing together. We are the simpler, faster, and better choice for starting your career, with a deep commitment to our community and to the success of our employees. All our team members are trained in-house, ensuring they have the tools, skills, and confidence to thrive. After just approximately 30 days, you will qualify for outstanding benefits, including 100% paid Medical, Dental, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance. In addition, you will receive 13 paid holidays, sick leave, vacation time and floating time off each year. At Sanford Airport Authority, we provide more than a job, we provide a pathway for success. We are looking for employees who want stability and long-term growth with us, if you’re looking for a place to build a lasting career and even retire, this is the place. Ready to take the next step in your career?