Human Resource Program Manager Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

Human Resources Manager

Charlottesville, VA | On-Site Leadership Role | Hybrid Flexibility 

Carter Myers Automotive (CMA) is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a workforce of approximately 1,248 employees across a growing, employee-owned organization. This leadership role partners with business leaders to drive employee relations, compliance, performance management, HR operations, talent acquisition, and workforce initiatives. The HR Manager will lead a team of six HR and Recruiting professionals, including oversight of a Payroll Team of three, ensuring the effective delivery of HR, recruiting, and payroll services while fostering a positive employee experience and supporting organizational growth.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $115,000 - $155,000 annually

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, certifications, and leadership experience.

Benefits Include:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become an Owner
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities.

Location & Work Schedule

• Based in Charlottesville, VA
• Full-time, Monday-Friday (typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
• Primarily based at CMA's corporate office with periodic travel to dealership locations
• Strong on-site presence is expected to effectively support employees, leaders, and business operations
• Flexibility to support employee relations, recruiting, training, and other organizational needs as required

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support organizational goals and workforce needs.
• Lead and develop a team of six HR, Recruiting, and Payroll professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers on employee relations, performance management, coaching, and workplace concerns.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as company policies and practices.
• Oversee talent acquisition strategies, recruiting operations, onboarding programs, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Direct HR operations, including policy administration, employee records, leave management, and HR programs.
• Provide oversight and support for payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Leverage Paylocity and other HR technology platforms to optimize processes, reporting, and the employee experience.
• Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and support data-driven decision-making.
• Lead employee engagement, retention, recognition, and organizational development initiatives.
• Support training, leadership development, and succession planning efforts across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience, including managing HR, Recruiting, and/or Payroll teams.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, employment law, and HR compliance.
• Experience overseeing HR operations for a multi-location organization.
• Experience using HRIS platforms; Paylocity experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coach leaders, influence decision-making, and build strong working relationships.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience leading Talent Acquisition or Recruiting functions.
• Experience overseeing payroll operations and partnering closely with payroll teams.
• Multi-state employment law and compliance experience.
• Experience supporting organizations with 1,000+ employees.
• Experience with change management, employee engagement, and organizational development initiatives.
•  HR analytics, reporting, and workforce planning experience.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional employee experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Join Our Team

Join Carter Myers Automotive (CMA), a family-owned company where associates have the opportunity to share in the success of the business through our ESOP. If you're a collaborative HR leader passionate about supporting employees, developing teams, and driving organizational success, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we're committed to Moving Lives Forward.

Owners Just Care More.