HR & Admin Manager

I’m working with a fun, growing company that has a great culture and collaborative environment and is looking to hire theirfirst HR & Admin Manager. This is a newly created position and an excellent opportunity to join an organization early and help build HR processes from the ground up. While this role will not have direct reports initially, it will be highly influential in shaping the company’s HR function, including updating employee handbooks, creating new policies and processes, supporting benefits administration, and serving as the first point of contact for employees.

The company offers ahybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote)with flexibility and a strong emphasis on teamwork and trust. This role will report directly to senior leadership and work closely with vendors and systems such asPaylocityto support HR, payroll, and benefits. ABachelor’s degreeand5+ years of HR and benefits experienceare required. Target compensation is$70–80K, with flexibility to go higher for strong experience, plusbonus eligibilitytied to company performance. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats and growing alongside a dynamic organization.

Job Description

This role serves as thefirst dedicated HR and Administrative leaderfor a growing organization with a blended in‑office and remote workforce. You will own end‑to‑end people operations while supporting essential administrative functions that keep the business running smoothly. As a trusted partner to leadership, you will help establish scalable HR practices, reinforce company values, and ensure policies are applied fairly and consistently. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys supporting employees, handling sensitive matters with discretion, and building practical processes in a fast‑moving, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, orientation, performance processes, compensation support, promotions, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, documentation, and required HR reporting.
• Administer employee benefits programs such as health insurance, retirement plans, and leave administration, serving as the primary resource for employee questions.
• Support recruiting and hiring efforts by drafting job descriptions, coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates, and partnering with hiring leaders.
• Act as a trusted, neutral resource for employees, supporting open communication across both in‑office and remote teams.
• Address employee relations matters with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment, guiding situations toward constructive outcomes.
• Advise leadership on HR best practices and people processes that support organizational growth, including input on compensation, performance management, and structure.
• Maintain and update company policies and the employee handbook, partnering with external advisors as needed to ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Ensure consistent application of policies while modeling and reinforcing organizational values.
• Support general administrative and office operations, including vendor coordination, document management, and operational support activities.
• Serve as the first point of contact for HR and administrative questions, providing timely and professional guidance.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of experience in human resources, people operations, or a related role.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of core HR functions, including benefits administration, onboarding, performance management, compliance, and payroll coordination.
• Hands‑on experience with HR, payroll, or benefits administration systems.
• Proven experience managing the full employee lifecycle.
• Strong employee relations background with the ability to navigate confidential and sensitive matters tactfully.
• Ability to work independently, create structure where it doesn’t yet exist, and make sound recommendations to leadership.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to support a distributed workforce.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a small or growing organization where flexibility and ownership were key.
• Comfort wearing multiple hats across HR and administrative functions.
• Experience supporting leaders on performance, compensation, and organizational topics.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to contribute positively to an engaging, professional, and collaborative culture.

This is a Permanent position based out of Paola, KS.

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

15 days PTOHealth, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance10 paid holidays

This is a hybrid position in Paola,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on May 20, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.