Human Resources Manager

About the role

At Carter Motors, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward employees who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee plays a critical role in our success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award-winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership over the years.

We're seeking a proactive and proven HR Manager to manage all aspects of human resources for our Carter Subaru & VW Ballard location. This role will oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, compliance, safety, and employee development. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor and support to leadership, champion HR best practices, foster a positive and engaging workplace culture, and ensure alignment between HR initiatives and business objectives.

• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am 5:00 pm
• Work Location: On site at Carter Subaru & VW Ballard, 5202 Leary Ave NW Seattle WA 98107
• Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 annually, salary is dependent on experience

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, onboarding, employee engagement, and offboarding processes.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations, workplace policies, and benefits inquiries.
• Oversee employee records management while ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies, updating HR policies as needed to align with legal and business requirements.
• Communicate HR best practices and employment law requirements, even when recommendations differ from leadership preferences.
• Manage workplace safety and wellness initiatives, including training and injury reporting.
• Assist in planning and executing employee engagement programs and recognition initiatives.
• Manage benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee training programs.
• Conduct investigations and mediate workplace conflicts when necessary.
• Collaborate with leadership on organizational development and strategic HR projects.

Requirements

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP or HRCI PHR HRCI SPHR certification required.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as an HR Manager, Generalist, or HR Business Partner.
• Experience working closely with senior leadership to provide strategic HR recommendations and best practices.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and employee relations.
• Ability to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Experience in retail or automotive dealership HR preferred, experience with small to midsize employers highly desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) and HRIS systems. (UKG is the current system used)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Pre-employment background check, reference check & drug screen is required
• Carter Motors is a drug free workplace; all employees are held to this standard to be free from the effects of drugs and/or alcohol while on duty. Carter Motors also participates in fair chance hiring practices; candidates with criminal history will undergo an individualized assessment post-offer.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plans
• Medical, Dental & Vision after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) + Company Contribution Plan after 90 days of employment
• AFLAC, Legal Shield & Identity Theft Shield, FSA, Pet Insurance Discount
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Paid time off after 90 days of employment
• Paid holidays
• Growth opportunities
• Paid Training
• Employee vehicle purchase plans
• Family owned and operated
• Long term job security
• Discount Program
• Discounts on products and services