Hr Manager Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Location: New York, Washington DC, Los Angeles, or San Francisco Bay Area.

As a Senior Analyst in the Technology & Society Studio, you will be a core member of project teams across a portfolio of initiatives, such as making the internet work for New York with New York State’s ConnectAll Office, transforming the social service infrastructure of Clark County, Nevada, building capacity in Texas’s digital inclusion ecosystem, supporting technology infrastructure providers in disrupting monopolies, advancing the Public AI movement, and designing and managing multi‑million‑dollar programs at the intersection of these issues.

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis, including policy analysis, market research, economic and fiscal impact modeling, and program evaluation.
• Manage projects or programs and support teams implementing public policies.
• Develop written reports, client presentations, and financial models that translate complex analyses for public, private, and civic sector audiences.
• Support or lead community engagement processes, including large and small group facilitation, stakeholder interviews, and participatory design.
• Manage workstreams and direct Research Analysts and Analysts on task assignments, including providing training and feedback.
• Contribute to business development through proposal writing and firm marketing materials and events.
• Apply AI tools and emerging analytical methods to accelerate research, modeling, and deliverable production, with sound judgment about when and how to use them and how to address inherent biases.

• At least 4–6 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Experience working at the intersection of technology delivery and policy in civic tech, govtech, internet infrastructure, digital services, or a comparable environment.
• Demonstrated ability to assess technical feasibility and communicate tradeoffs to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable writing for and presenting to policymakers, community organizations, and executive audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with precision and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex data analysis, including financial analysis.
• Proficiency in common AI tools (e.g., LLMs like Claude, ChatGPT) and demonstrated understanding of responsible use, limitations, and independent verification.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

• Experience working directly with government agencies, technology companies, or tech‑oriented nonprofits.
• Experience with software development tools including React, Vercel, Node, GitHub, and Mapbox.
• GIS or spatial analysis skills.
• Interest in broadband infrastructure, digital inclusion programs, AI governance frameworks, or workforce development policy and programs.
• Experience with program design and management at scale, with an appreciation that operationalizing public policy through on‑the‑ground delivery is often more important than new regulations or budget allocations.

• Listen Intently: proactively seek out and value diverse perspectives from colleagues, clients, and impacted communities; approach complex problems with humility.
• Make it Matter: driven by work that delivers meaningful progress; develop clear plans, course‑correct, and take pride in actionable, high‑quality work.
• Advance Equity: continuously examine systems and historical context to identify barriers; prioritize the most vulnerable and impacted people in analysis and recommendations.
• Choose Kindness: respect differences in viewpoints, backgrounds, and lived experience; deliver on commitments, share constructive feedback, and create space for others to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Take a Risk: excited by complex projects that require entrepreneurial thinking; share opinions and analysis without fear, welcoming opportunities to stretch skills.

HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment. Employees work from the office at least three days a week, balancing professional and personal needs while staying connected to their teams.

The base salary range for this position is $105,100–$122,673, plus the opportunity for a discretionary year‑end bonus. Where an offer falls within this range depends on experience.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes coverage of 90–95% of healthcare premiums, dental and vision coverage, and more, in addition to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, submit a cover letter and your resume as a single PDF document. Applications without the requested cover letter will not be reviewed. As part of our ongoing work to build a hiring system that mitigates bias, please submit a version of your resume that has your school information removed; list your degree only (e.g., B.A. Economics) and omit all references to universities attended.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

For more information, please contact jobs@hraadvisors.com.