Manager, Employee Relations and Compliance

Manager, Employee Relations and Compliance

State College, PA

POSITION SUMMARY

AccuWeather is seeking an experienced HR Manager, Employee Relations & Compliance, to join its growing Human Resources team. In this strategic and hands‑on role, you will serve as a trusted HR business partner to managers and division leaders — providing expert guidance across employee relations, performance management, compliance, employee engagement, onboarding and offboarding, leave administration, and HR analytics. You will play a central role in cultivating a positive, compliant, and high‑performing workplace by combining data‑driven insights with thoughtful people practices. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a globally recognized company at the forefront of weather intelligence and technology.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partner with department and division leaders to provide proactive guidance on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and workforce strategy.
• Serve as a credible, accessible HR advisor who builds trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Lead workplace investigations, address employee concerns, and facilitate disciplinary action processes in close collaboration with management.
• Manage the annual performance review cycle and serve as system administrator and project manager for the company's performance management platform.

Compliance & Regulatory Programs

• Administer leave and accommodation programs — including FMLA and ADA processes — ensuring full compliance and timely, empathetic communication with employees and managers.
• Manage all required compliance reporting and HR programs, including OSHA 300, affirmative action plans (AAP), VETS-4212, EEO-1, California pay data reporting, DOL wage surveys, and I-9/E-Verify administration.
• Administer harassment prevention and compliance training programs; serve as system administrator for the compliance training platform.

Onboarding, Offboarding & Employee Engagement

• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires and manage offboarding processes, including involuntary separations and voluntary exit interviews.
• Champion employee recognition and engagement by overseeing programs such as annual performance excellence awards, years‑of‑service recognition, spot awards, and team member of the quarter.
• Support employee events and culture initiatives that foster connection, belonging, and organizational pride.
• Compile, analyze, and distribute HR metrics and divisional dashboard reports; identify trends and recommend actionable solutions to strengthen organizational effectiveness.
• Leverage AI tools and HR technology to enhance workflow efficiency, automate routine processes, and support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Travel to other office locations as needed to provide in‑person HR support and deepen relationships with leaders and employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 5–8+ years of progressive HR generalist experience with a strong emphasis on employee relations, compliance, and performance management.
• Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations and managing complex employee relations matters.
• Thorough working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, EEO, and wage and hour requirements.
• Experience administering HRIS and performance management systems.
• Exceptional facilitation, coaching, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience compiling and interpreting HR metrics and reports to drive program improvements.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated proficiency with AI tools and platforms — including the ability to leverage AI to enhance productivity, streamline HR workflows, and inform data‑driven decisions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience administering and optimizing HR technology stacks including ADP, Greenhouse, Ultimate Software, Navex Compliance Portal.
• Demonstrated experience applying AI tools within an HR function.
• Experience supporting multi‑state employee populations.
• Background in government compliance reporting and affirmative action planning.
• Prior experience in a fast‑paced technology, media, or service‑oriented environment.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Expert employee relations and conflict resolution skills with sound, balanced judgment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex policies into clear guidance.
• Proven ability to build trusted partnerships with leaders and employees at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational discipline — able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Advanced problem‑solving and critical‑thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Detail‑oriented approach to reporting and compliance, with a consistent record of accuracy.
• Ability to influence outcomes through thoughtful collaboration and sound judgment.
• Deep commitment to delivering a positive employee experience and fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.
• Working knowledge of AI tools applied within HR contexts.
• Competitive salarycommensuratewith experience
• Comprehensive healthcare and dental benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 50% company match.
• A collaborative work environment.

EQUAL‑OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

AccuWeather is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. We are an equal‑opportunity employer.