Human Resources Manager - Vancouver, Washington

Fosterful is seeking a Human Resources Manager to build and sustain a supportive, inclusive, and trauma-informed workplace that aligns with our mission to serve children and families in foster care. This role leads full-cycle talent management, employee relations, performance and development, compensation and benefits, compliance, and strategic organizational development. The HR Manager partners with leaders to attract diverse, mission-aligned talent, strengthen culture, ensure legal and grant compliance, and implement data-informed practices that enhance engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Develop recruitment and retention strategies for diverse, mission-aligned candidates

• Partner with leaders on staffing needs and compelling job descriptions

• Manage all aspects of hiring process with legal compliance

• Foster and build local relationships to establish talent pipelines

2. Employee Relations & Organizational Culture

• Cultivate a trauma-informed workplace culture embodying Fosterful's values

• Coach managers on effective leadership and team development

• Facilitate resolution of workplace conflicts and concerns

• Steward employee engagement initiatives and recognition programs

3. Performance Management & Professional Development

• Enhance evaluation systems promoting growth and accountability

• Coordinate professional development opportunities for staff

• Partner with leaders on performance challenges and improvement plans

• Identify and nurture emerging leaders through mentorship

4. Compensation, Benefits & Retention

• Develop competitive, equitable compensation structures

• Administer benefits programs supporting employee wellbeing

• Analyze retention data to identify improvement opportunities

• Implement innovative retention strategies within budget constraints

5. Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations

• Ensure employment policies are compliant with all government contract and grant requirements

• Develop and maintain employee handbook and HR policies

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records

• Manage workers' compensation and employment-related leave matters

6. Organizational Development & Strategic Leadership

• Provide HR perspective in strategic planning and decision-making

• Assess and monitor organizational structures and processes to maximize efficiency

• Lead change management initiatives supporting growth

• Identify and track key performance metrics to inform strategic decisions

• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment and workforce planning with legal compliance

• Proven ability to build inclusive, trauma-informed workplace cultures and coach managers

• Experience resolving employee relations issues with discretion, fairness, and documentation rigor

• Track record implementing performance management systems and professional development programs

• Experience designing or administering compensation and benefits with equity and market alignment

• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations; policy development and handbook management

• Experience managing workers’ compensation, ADA, FMLA, and other leave programs

• Ability to analyze HR and retention data, define KPIs, and present insights to leadership

• Change management and organizational development experience supporting growth and efficiency

• Strong relationship-building skills with community partners to develop talent pipelines

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and conflict resolution skills aligned with Fosterful’s values

• Commitment to Fosterful’s mission and values, with sensitivity to the needs of children and caregivers impacted by foster care

• SHRM Certification prederred but not required

• Phone stipend of $50, reimbursed monthly

• Health benefits, optional 401k, optional life and accident insurance

• PTO accrued at 10 hours per month (approx. 3 weeks/yr), plus 9 paid holidays

• Sick leave accrues in accordance with Washington State law- one hour per every 40 hours worked

• COLA raise after one year of service

Fosterful is a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to supporting children and families in the foster care system. Our mission is to provide essential resources, advocacy, and community support to improve the lives of those we serve.

Fosterful is a nonprofit organization that provides trauma-informed support for children and caregivers experiencing foster care through holistic and customized care plans. Whether assisting during everyday moments or on-call at child welfare offices, we maintain a consistent and caring presence in the lives of foster families through vital resources, enrichment opportunities, on-the-ground support, and personalized case management.