Manager, Human Resources

About Us: The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the largest and most interactive science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (Griffin MSI) exposes guests of all ages to awe-inspiring exhibitions that spark curiosity and bring science to life. Griffin MSI’s mission – to inspire the inventive genius in everyone – is realized through its world-class exhibitions and engaging guest experiences. The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry provides programs and experiences that deepen the engagement of students and teachers in science and science-related disciplines, with a vision to inspire and motivate our children to achieve their full potential in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math.
We offer a creative, collaborative, and innovative environment for our employees. Our employees get great perks such as: benefits starting day one of your employment, free admission to Griffin MSI for family and friends, free admission to other museums, free parking in Griffin MSI’s garage and more! If you are equally passionate about our vision and want to be surrounded by a team of dynamic, smart and innovative people, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is the right place for you!
The Job
The Human Resources Manager’s primary focus will be partnering with leaders and managers across the Museum to ensure Griffin MSI continues to be a high-performance organization whose culture and processes continue to evolve.  In addition, this role will serve as a partner to the Museum’s continued efforts to build an inclusive culture, collaborate with efforts to define capabilities for the future, and to be an advocate for change with a high degree of influence.
Responsibilities

• Serve as proactive agent and contributor in the development and delivery of policies and programs across the museum.
• Manage employee/labor relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions and improvement as well as the unemployment process.
• Serve as primary HR contact for Union matters and grievances.
• Proactively identify employee development training and compliance needs and work to develop methods and programs to meet the needs of the business. Serve as lead and point person for delivery.
• Primary Administrator, ADP & Culture Amp
• Lead annual performance review process
• Build talent management, learning, and development initiatives and programs.
• Provide expertise to the business in the areas of employee relations, employee development, organizational development, compensation and market pricing and more.
• Build exceptional trust and partnerships with business leaders.
• Serve as influencer and change agent across the institution.
• Work with the business in resource planning, including recruiting, organizational design, job evaluation, definition and assisting with goal setting, advancement and compensation processes (internal and market) within the business.
• Actively capture, analyze and report data/metrics to identify HR needs within the business, with an eye toward developing solutions.
• Provide backup to HR colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Five to seven years of generalist experience is required with at least 3 years as a supervisor/manager.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field is a plus
• Experience managing union-related matters, including grievances and contract administration, required
• Experience in HR administration, including proficiency with HR information systems (HRIS/ADP preferred) and related HR processes.
• Experience managing a diverse team is required
• HR certification preferred
• Strong knowledge and experience working directly with all aspects of HR: Learning & Development, Employee/Labor Relations, Recruitment, Compensation, Benefits, and organizational design is required
• Must be a team player and able to work across multiple functions and disciplines and possess strong collaboration skills
• Personal leadership skills and a team player/collaborative focus.
• Problem solving mindset
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results through influence
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Must have and maintain a knowledge of employment law and regulations
• Strong Computer skills including MS Office Suite required

Language:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as company policies, plan documents, procedure manuals, etc.
• Ability to write policies, procedures, reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of the organization.

Mathematical:

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning:
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, etc.

Physical:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The salary range for this position is $75,000 – $90,000
This fulltime position is eligible for benefits including: 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• An attractive time off program including vacation, sick, and personal days
• 10 Company Holidays 
• 401(k) plans (Traditional and Roth) including a generous employer match
• Robust Voluntary benefit plans including transportation, legal, and many others
• Free onsite garage parking

This position was posted on 10/13/2026