Human Resources Manager

Division/Department: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad/Human Resources 
Reports To: General Manager 
Position Type: Exempt / Salaried 
Classification: Regular/Full Time
Compensation: $70,000 – $90,000 

Benefits Offered: Regular classified employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision plan with a portion of the premiums paid for by American Heritage Railways. Employer-funded HSA (for qualified employees), company-funded Life AD&D insurance and Voluntary Life (premiums paid for by the employee), generous PTO plan, 401K plan with company-match, company provided Employee Assistance Program. 

Job Summary: The Human Resources Manager is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resource function for the D&SNGRR and D&S Bus Company including recruitment, employee relations, compliance and workforce support for both seasonal and year-round employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Ensure recruitment of qualified employees while anticipating both seasonal and full-time business needs  

• Work with department managers to improve the hiring process by providing training on candidate review, interview process and selection  

• Accurately produce and process all employment related paperwork utilizing the company HRIS  

• Assist in the preparation and submission of payroll to the Accounting department  

• Manage all steps of the hiring process i.e., criminal history checks, MVR, PCE, drug testing, e-verify, etc., and off-boarding process, i.e., payroll, exit interview, benefit termination, company property return, etc.  

• Oversee the creation and execution of new employee orientation  

• Maintain current Company Employee Handbook and policies in conjunction with the AHR HR Department  

• Oversee and manage the company’s Workers Compensation program for the D&S Bus Company. In conjunction with AHR assist with DSNGRR workplace injury/illness program including incident reporting, , directing care to designated providers, maintain files, implementing modified work assignments, and implementing incident reduction programs  

• Assist with implementation and management of safety and risk management programs and processes  

• Mediate and resolve employee relation issues, conduct thorough and objective investigations as needed and make disciplinary action recommendations when appropriate  

• Provide resources and support to company managers for disciplinary action and maintain thorough documentation of performance issues  

• Coordinate with legal department/outside counsel on appropriate issues  

• Create and maintain accurate functional job descriptions for each position within the company  

• Coordinate/Monitor performance evaluation programs making suggestions for revisions as needed  

• Conduct annual salary surveys, analyze compensation and maintain salary range determinations  

• Stay up to date on employment law changes with emphasis on state and local legislation  

• Coordinate and provide assistance when needed to department managers for employee training  

• Assist with administration and communication regarding employee benefits in conjunction with the AHR HR Department and AHR Benefits Team

• Lead company managers in actively monitoring and seeking to improve employee engagement, improving workplace relationships, and improving company communication with a goal to be an employer of choice  

• Other duties as assigned 

Education, Skills, and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Administration or related field, OR 5+ years comparable professional experience required 

• 3+ years in HR management  

• PHR/SHRM-CP/SCP preferred  

• Experience with Paycom or similar HRIS a plus  

• Strong analytic thinker with a passion for process improvement  

• Use of excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a variety of personalities 

Working Environment 

• Primarily office-based with regular time in operational areas  

• Occasional domestic travel