People & Culture Manager

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

. Oversee and implement people and culture activities for an assigned portfolio of IRC offices or departments .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeSacramento • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $84,872 - $91,137 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human Resources management, including employee relations, performance management, and compliance with labor laws. Proven ability to lead initiatives in employee engagement, culture, and talent development within a unionized environment.

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Human Resources ExperienceEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementUnionized Environment ExperiencePHR or SHRM-CP Certification

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Hard Skills

Employee RelationsPerformance ManagementCompensation and BenefitsLearning and DevelopmentOrganizational DevelopmentLabor RelationsWorkplace InvestigationsHR Policy ComplianceTalent Development StrategyChange Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationLearning AgilityProblem SolvingRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPointWorkdayApplicant Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PHR CertificationSHRM-CP Certification

Industry Keywords

Labor LawsEmployee WelfareOnboarding PracticesEmployee ExperienceCultural EngagementMulticultural Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and implement people and culture activities for an assigned portfolio of IRC offices or departments
Contribute to strategic direction setting and operational problem solving as part of the local Leadership Team
Advise managers and leadership on performance management, policy interpretation, and organizational decisions
Provide HR policy, practice, and process guidance while ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws
Support HR lifecycle process development and refinement
Facilitate resolution of employee welfare issues involving benefits, payroll, HRIS, leaves of absence, and general employee questions
Lead intake, make recommendations, and support resolution of employee relations matters and workplace investigations
Implement collective bargaining agreements and maintain relationships with union representatives
Lead employee experience, culture, engagement, and inclusion initiatives
Oversee onboarding and orientation practices
Participate in talent activities and deliver selected training and development seminars
Develop and oversee a local talent-development strategy
Monitor employee separation forms, exit paperwork, and exit surveys
Manage electronic personnel records and prepare Workday transaction paperwork
Contribute to the nationwide People & Culture community of practice
Manage background check procedures for staff and independent contractors
May manage a small team
Travel regularly between Sacramento and Turlock and occasionally to other IRC offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resources or Business Administration; or equivalent experience
Minimum five (5) years progressively responsible Human Resources experience
PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred
Advanced working knowledge of at least one human resources discipline, including employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, learning and development, organizational development, or labor relations
Prior experience leading workplace investigations and supporting resolution of employee relations matters required
Prior experience working in a unionized environment strongly preferred
Experience in a large, matrixed organization a plus
Strong grasp of Federal and State employment laws
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong learning agility and ability to adapt quickly to change
Ability to plan, prioritize, and problem solve independently
Ability to build and foster effective working relationships and maintain strict confidentiality
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience in Workday and applicant tracking systems a plus
Facilitation, Change Management, and/or Project Management experience a plus
Experience successfully working in a multicultural environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

10 paid sick leave
10 U.S. holidays
20-25 generous paid time off based on role and tenure
Medical insurance starting at $163/month
Dental insurance starting at $6.50/month
Vision insurance starting at $5/month
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses
403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match and immediate vesting
Non-elective employer contribution based on age and years of service, with 3-year vesting
Disability and life insurance
Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families
Hybrid work arrangement
Professional development and training opportunities