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At Esalen, we believe in the power of our potential both in our staff and in our global community of students and faculty who turn to us for transformative learning experiences. More than 50 years ago, Esalen co-founders imagined a place inspired by Abraham Maslow’s psychology of peak experiences and Aldous Huxley’s belief in “human potentialities”, the unrealized capacities of our mind and body. Today we build on this legacy by creating deep connections in a world challenged by disconnection and isolation; reigniting awe and wonder to spark greater curiosity about ourselves and others; and asking the questions that can lead to transformative change both for an individual and society.
Esalen isn’t just a place to work, it’s an invitation to help change the world.
OVERVIEW
This role acts as a key strategic partner in continuously evolving Esalen’s staff and reports to the General Manager/CEO. Esalen’s staffing model includes a unique residential and remote community that affords additional opportunity to shape culture and experience on a whole new level. You will oversee talent management areas to include: recruitment, engagement, training/development, retention, compensation/benefits, policies, and compliance. The Human Resources Manager will work from the Esalen main campus in Big Sur and if needed remotely.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the day-to-day employee relations issues, with guidance from the Chief Financial Office
Trains and supports managers to coach and discipline employees
Maintains management guidelines by preparing, updating and recommending human resource policies and procedures
Keeps and maintains personnel files in an organized and confidential manner. Design a filing and retrieval system; keeping past and current records in accordance with applicable state and federal guidelines
Ensure compliance with I-9 form completion and storage
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions
Prepares and submits in annual wage surveys
Supervise the administration of the health, dental, HSA, COBRA, and other benefits for new, existing and exiting employees. Maintain annual renewals
Handle all Workers Compensation issues
Overall responsibility for Cal-OSHA compliance
New hire orientation
Hiring and Exit process for staff
Coordinate recruitment efforts with hiring managers and potential candidates
Maintain personnel action forms and coordinate changes/updates with payroll staff
Manage annual performance review process
Ensure Esalen’s legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource federal and state requirements and labor laws; conduct investigations; maintain records; represent the organization at hearings
Manage monthly housing changes
Responsible for accuracy of the HRIS system
Work closely with Payroll to ensure accurate and timely pay to employees
Other various tasks as assigned
ADDITIONS:
Develop progressive compensation and benefits programs
Develop innovative human resource development/training strategies
Continually assess the effectiveness of programs and practices
Develop appropriate policies and programs for employee relations, such as creating a harassment-free environment, sexual harassment prevention, employee complaints resolution, and employee engagement
QUALIFICATIONS
4+ years experience as a Manager of Human Resources; hiring, benefits administration, payroll, performance management, communication processes, compensation and wage structures, support diversity, classifying employees, knowledge of employment law and laws against sexual harassment
Ability to maintain a high-level of confidentiality
Knowledge of California labor laws/compliance
Excellent organizational, writing, and listening skills
Common sense and empathy
It is a plus to have spent time at Esalen
FLEXIBILITY
Esalen functions best when all staff work toward the common mission of encouraging everyone to reach our highest human potential. With this goal in mind, this job description is not intended to cover or contain an all-encompassing listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice based on Esalen’s and your team’s needs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to maneuver on uneven ground, sit for long periods of time, occasionally carry and lift up to 25 pounds, and be able to perform daily repetitive hand motions as it pertains to computer mouse and keyboard.
COMPENSATION
This role offers a generous benefits package including competitive pay commensurate with experience, medical and dental insurance, and paid time off. In alignment with Esalen’s mission in advancing human potential, staff are encouraged to engage in a wide range of personal and professional development programs designed by Esalen faculty and staff.
Esalen Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.