The Role
Serve as HR strategic partner for two veterinary hospitals: manage employee relations, compliance (I-9, ADA, FMLA), onboarding/offboarding, performance management, training and development, culture and engagement initiatives, and support hospital leadership. Provide HR policy guidance, drive retention and talent development, and ensure consistent HR program implementation across locations.
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Human Resources Manager
$95,000 - $110,000 | Red Bank Veterinary Hospitals| Red Bank, NJ / Hillsborough, NJ
Are you passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and nurturing top talent? ETHOS is seeking a dedicated Field Human Resources Manager to provide invaluable support to hospital locations in the Central New Jersey area!
Our extensive network of veterinary hospitals provide cutting-edge emergency and specialty services with a shared vision of revolutionizing veterinary medicine and united by a dedication to compassionately serving pets and people. As a pivotal member of our team, you will directly impact our company by shaping our culture and ensuring we attract, develop, and retain the best talent in the industry.
This position is in-person, primarily based in Red Bank, NJ with monthly travel to Hillsborough, NJ. Candidates must have ability to travel to both locations This position will be supporting:
- Red Bank Veterinary Hospital – Red Bank, NJ
- Red Bank Veterinary Hospital – Hillsborough, NJ
Compensation
- $95,000 - $110,000 based on experience and skills brought to this role
Full-Time Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off:
- Sick Days
- Vacation Days
- Bereavement Leave
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Employee Pet Discount
Schedule
- Full-time, Monday–Friday
- Primarily based at our Red Bank, NJ location, with four days onsite each week
- One remote workday per week available
- Occasional travel to our Hillsborough, NJ location (approximately once a month)
Job Description
The Human Resources Manager is a strategic partner to hospital leadership, responsible for fostering a positive workplace culture while supporting employee relations, compliance, performance management, onboarding, leave administration, and talent development. This role provides guidance to leaders and employees on HR policies and best practices, ensures compliance with employment laws, and drives engagement initiatives that support employee growth, retention, and organizational success across multiple hospital locations.
Responsibilities
The Human Resources Manager is a strategic partner to hospital leadership, responsible for fostering a positive workplace culture while supporting employee relations, compliance, performance management, onboarding, leave administration, and talent development. This role provides guidance to leaders and employees on HR policies and best practices, ensures compliance with employment laws, and drives engagement initiatives that support employee growth, retention, and organizational success across multiple hospital locations.
Responsibilities
- Employee Relations & Compliance: Serve as a key liaison between staff and management, providing guidance on company policies, practices, and regulations. Drive talent and performance management processes that reinforce accountability, ownership and high standards of behaviors and values that align with a high-performing culture. Provide expert advice on employee relations issues, including coaching, feedback, and progressive discipline. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including USCIS Form I-9 verification, ADA accommodations, FMLA/FAMLI leave advisement, and other relevant regulations.
- Onboarding: Oversee the onboarding process and conduct new employee orientation, ensuring timely and effective integration of new employees.
- Training & Development: In collaboration with partners and stakeholders, provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support employee growth and engagement. Assist with succession planning, leadership development, and workforce planning through metric-driven data.
- Offboarding: Conduct all offboarding activities in partnership with leadership and other support partners.
- HR Strategy & Alignment: Collaborate closely with the Hospital Director, the leadership team and the People Team to develop and administer HR programs, procedures, and guidelines that align the workforce with the hospital’s strategic goals and Ethos Veterinary Health’s mission. Ensure HR strategies, processes, and practices are implemented fairly and consistently applied across all levels of the organization.
- Culture & Engagement: Partner with Hospital Leadership to develop and implement employee engagement activities and culture initiatives. Plan and execute staff appreciation events, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace environment.
Qualifications
- Experience and Education: A minimum of five years of progressive experience in Human Resources positions
- Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred; veterinary experience is desirable in any role.
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent working experience in Human Resources, Business, Organization Development, or a related field is preferred.
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.
- Proactive Problem Solver: Navigate ambiguity with ease, handling multiple tasks, and prioritizing effectively.
- HR Expertise: Solid understanding of HR principles, practices, and in-depth knowledge of employment laws, with a knack for navigating ambiguous situations.
- Significant experience in employee relations, ADA, and FMLA.
- Experience in developing training programs, as well as other HR programs.
- Empathetic Leader: Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, fostering trust and collaboration across all levels of the organization.
- Flexibility in scheduling to support 24/7 operations as needed.
- Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present to groups effectively.
- Ability to travel as needed within the Red Bank/Hillsborough areas of NJ
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
Why Join Us?
- Make a Difference: As the Field Human Resources Manager, you will be an influential contributor in driving positive change within our hospitals in collaboration with hospital leadership. Your efforts will directly contribute to creating inclusive environments where employees thrive.
- Dynamic Environment: Join a collaborative team where your skills and expertise will be valued and where you'll have the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
- Impactful Work: You'll play a key role in enhancing employee engagement, navigating complex HR matters, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Nearby Communities
RBVH attracts Veterinary Professionals and leaders from throughout the Jersey Shore region, Central New Jersey, and the New York metropolitan area, including:
RBVH attracts Veterinary Professionals and leaders from throughout the Jersey Shore region, Central New Jersey, and the New York metropolitan area, including:
- Tinton Falls, NJ
- Middletown, NJ
- Holmdel, NJ
- Colts Neck, NJ
- Freehold, NJ
- Marlboro, NJ
- Howell, NJ
- Eatontown, NJ
- Long Branch, NJ
- Asbury Park, NJ
- Staten Island, NY
- Brooklyn, NY
- Bayonne, NJ
- Jersey City, NJ
If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey where you can truly make a difference while advancing your career, we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of veterinary care and fostering a culture of excellence.
Know Someone Amazing?
If this role isn't the right fit but you know a great Veterinary Leader, send them our way!
You could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they're hired.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Know Someone Amazing?
If this role isn't the right fit but you know a great Veterinary Leader, send them our way!
You could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they're hired.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.
Skills Required
- Minimum five years of progressive Human Resources experience
- Experience in a healthcare setting; veterinary experience desirable
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or equivalent experience
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification
- In-depth knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance (ADA, FMLA, USCIS Form I-9)
- Significant experience in employee relations, coaching, progressive discipline, and performance management
- Experience developing training programs, succession planning, and leadership development
- Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
- Flexibility in scheduling to support 24/7 operations
- Ability to travel to Red Bank and Hillsborough, NJ as needed (approximately monthly)
- Fluent English (speaking and reading)
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The Company
What We Do
Ethos Veterinary Health is a national network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals providing advanced, innovative, and compassionate care for pets.
