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Manager, People & Culture

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • San Diego

AI generated summary

  • You must be 18+, have a 4-year degree (preferably in HR/Business), 3-5 years HR management experience, strong writing skills, knowledge of HR practices, and be bilingual in English/Spanish.
  • You will partner with management, lead talent acquisition, manage training and development, oversee employee relations, conduct performance reviews, and support DEI&B initiatives and employee engagement.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
  • 4-year bachelor’s degree, or education equivalent, preferably in Business Administration and/or Human Resources
  • SHRM or PHR/SPHR Certification highly preferred
  • 3-5 years’ previous HR management experience in a fast-paced office environment
  • Demonstrated ability to write and edit professional documents, training materials, disciplinary memos, co-wide communications, policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of HR employment practices and ability to stay abreast of current legislation
  • Knowledge of baseball industry and contract/movement terminology strongly preferred
  • Fluently bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred
  • Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed
  • Able to travel as needed, specifically to Arizona or other minor league affiliate locations as needed
  • Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 25 pounds
  • As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check

Responsibilities

  • Serves as a strategic business partner with client group management teams to ensure that all business goals, objectives, and challenges are met, while adhering to the organizations policies and procedures
  • Lead the talent acquisition conversation with client groups, providing strategic advice on how to best staff department and ensure talent success. Provide action plan to Talent Acquisition Specialist to execute
  • Manages the Front Office training and development function, including, but not limited to development and implementation of trainings, managing LMS system, tracking completion rates, and ensuring compliance with all required trainings (state, MLB, etc.). Some examples include, but are not limited to: sexual harassment, workplace violence prevention, MLB domestic violence prevention, and MLB sports betting, etc.
  • Act as the primary liaison with Baseball Operations in managing talent acquisition, employee relations, contract tracking and compliance, HR documentation, personnel changes for players and coaches and executing of Human Resources initiatives with oversight from the head of People & Culture
  • Manage the Summer Internship Program, including the recruitment of interns, placement, events coordination, etc.
  • Manage Front Office recognition programs, including the Service Award program, Employee of the Quarter, MLB’s Lifetime Gold Pass program, etc.
  • Manage the Front Office Performance Management system for Front Office staff
  • Coach, counsel and develop talent as it relates to the results of performance reviews
  • Develop and manage the full cycle of employee performance standards and accountability Partner with managers to create write-ups and Performance Improvement Plans for employees who are falling short of expectations
  • Collect, respond, and investigate all Front Office employee complaints and present findings to head of People & Culture to determine outcome
  • Partner with People & Culture Coordinator(s) to execute Front Office promotions, transfers, terminations, etc.
  • Support client groups compensation needs, including providing market and internal data for job offers and the development and tracking of compensation plans for commissioned employees
  • Ensures organizational compliance with compensation standards (min wage, living wage, exempt, etc. for both in state, out of state, and international employees)
  • Executes DEI&B initiatives, communication, and programming
  • Coordinates all Front Office employee engagement initiatives. This includes the planning, communication, and execution of employee activities, programs and events that may include staff outings, quarterly and other ad-hoc employee meetings, employee celebrations, holiday events/parties, company-wide potlucks, collection/donation drives, etc.
  • Maintain and enforce company policies, contribute and assist in maintaining updated employee handbook
  • Manage and respond to incoming questions and provide thoughtful responses in a timely manner
  • Conducts exit interviews to gather feedback from departing employees. Summarizes feedback and provides regular reports and recommendations on how the organization can improve
  • Stay current with local, state, and federal employment laws and provide recommendations for compliance

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Manager, People & Culture position?

The primary responsibility is to oversee all aspects of Human Resources for assigned client groups, focusing on talent management, employee relations, employee engagement, training and development, compensation, and internal communication.

What qualifications are preferred for this position?

A 4-year bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and/or Human Resources is preferred, along with SHRM or PHR/SPHR certification and 3-5 years of previous HR management experience in a fast-paced office environment.

Is bilingual proficiency required for this role?

Fluently bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred but not strictly required.

What kind of environment does the San Diego Padres aim to create for its employees?

The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that includes perspectives from varied backgrounds, such as race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and veteran status.

What are the working hours for this position?

The position requires flexibility to work during evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as needed.

Is experience in the baseball industry beneficial for this role?

Yes, knowledge of the baseball industry and contract/movement terminology is strongly preferred for this position.

What is the salary range for this position?

The base salary range for this full-time position is $70,000 to $85,000, based on work experience, education, job-related skills, and other relevant factors.

What types of benefits are offered to employees?

The benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Basic Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, generous PTO, holiday programs, and access to onsite services such as a barista and complimentary game tickets, among others.

Are there any specific physical requirements for this job?

Yes, the physical requirements include the ability to access various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods and to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.

What is the procedure for employment post-offer?

As a condition of employment, candidates must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, which include a background check.

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Industry
501-1000
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The San Diego Padres are a Major League Baseball club, established in 1969. The Padres compete in the National League Western Division, playing home games at Petco Park, which opened in downtown San Diego in 2004. In its history, the club has won four division titles and two National League pennants, advancing to the World Series in 1984 and 1998. The Padres organization is committed to winning on the field, creating an exceptional fan experience at the ballpark and making a positive impact in the San Diego community. The latter of the three is accomplished through the Padres Foundation for Children, a community asset inspired to make a difference in the areas of, LIVE (Children’s Health), LEARN (Education), PLAY (Youth Baseball/Softball and Youth Fitness) and SERVE (Supporting Law Enforcement and Military Communities).