Location: Charlotte, Vermont

Employment Type: Part-Time - 24 hours/week; (Up to full-time during peak season)

Compensation: $27-33/hr, commensurate with experience

Who We Are

Church Hill Landscapes is an award-winning landscape construction and gardening company dedicated to creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces that enhance clients’ lives. Founded in 2002, the company has grown into a collaborative team of designers, horticulturists, masons, and field professionals who take pride in craftsmanship and community impact.

Who We’re Seeking

The Human Resources Manager will play a key role in supporting and developing the company’s most valuable asset - its people. This position is responsible for overseeing all HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, employee relations,benefits administration, performance management, compliance, and culture-building initiatives. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and is enthusiastic about supporting both field and office staff in a dynamic, service-focused business. This role provides the opportunity to shape and define strategic direction and contribute directly to a company growing with intention.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Collaborate on recruitment initiatives for seasonal and year-round positions (e.g., landscape installers, gardeners, lawn service technicians, snow service providers, designers and administrative staff)
Develop workforce plans aligned with year-round and seasonal needs
Build relationships with local trade schools, horticulture programs, H2B Visa programs and community organizations
Coordinate closely with management team on job postings, candidate screening, and interview processes, while partnering with field team managers to make final hiring decisions

Onboarding & Training

Design and implement structured onboarding programs for new hires
Coordinate safety training, equipment training, and professional development opportunities in partnership with the field team managers
Support continuing education initiatives aligned with the company’s commitment to skill-building
Maintain training records and certifications

Employee Relations & Engagement

Serve as a trusted resource for employee concerns and conflict resolution
Promote a positive, respectful, and collaborative team culture
Support employee engagement initiatives that reinforce pride in craftsmanship and teamwork

Performance Management & Professional Development

Develop and manage performance review processes for both field and management staff
Coach managers on performance feedback, goal setting, and employee development
Support career pathing and internal advancement opportunities

Compensation & Benefits Administration

Administer payroll coordination, compensation structures, and benefits programs
Manage benefits including PTO, health reimbursement arrangement (HRA), dental, short-term disability, life insurance and retirement plan
Conduct market research to ensure competitive compensation

Compliance & Policy Management

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and safety regulations
Maintain employee records and HR documentation
Maintain and update employee handbook, policies, and procedures
Partner with leadership to uphold workplace safety standards, especially for field operations

HR Operations & Strategy

Develop HR processes that scale with company growth (20–35 employees, seasonal fluctuations)
Analyze HR metrics (turnover, retention, hiring timelines) to improve operations
Collaborate with leadership on organizational planning and workforce development
Support company initiatives that enhance efficiency, communication, and team alignment

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of HR experience (generalist or manager level preferred)
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
Experience in recruiting and managing both hourly workforce populations along with leadership and management team members
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in construction, landscaping, service or trades-based industries
HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR)
Experience supporting field-based teams and project-driven environments
Familiarity with safety compliance (OSHA or similar)

Key Competencies

Relationship-building and emotional intelligence
Organizational and time management skills
Problem-solving and decision-making ability
Adaptability in a seasonal, fast-paced environment
Commitment to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Employer-funded health reimbursement arrangement (HRA)
Dental benefits
Company-matching retirement plan (IRA)
Short-term disability
Group life insurance
Professional development and training opportunities

Church Hill Landscapes, Inc.

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