Human Resources Manager (Part Time)
Position Summary
RP3 is an independent, full-service creative and performance agency that turns wildly original ideas into outsized results. We partner with ambitious brands to create work that stands out and drives real impact. The HR Manager is a hands-on people leader supporting a growing agency across talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and culture-building. This role is ideal for someone with a strong recruiting foundation who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is excited to help shape the people function as we scale. You’ll partner closely with leadership to attract exceptional talent, foster an inclusive culture, and build the processes needed for long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Staffing
- Lead full-cycle recruiting across creative, account, strategy, and operations roles
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of freelance and full-time talent
- Partner with hiring managers on role definition, interview process, and selection
- Strengthen employer branding to attract diverse, high-quality candidates
- Manage onboarding to ensure a seamless, engaging experience
Employee Relations
- Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on day-to-day HR matters
- Address concerns with discretion, empathy, and sound judgment
- Support conflict resolution and coach managers on communication and leadership
Performance Management
- Oversee performance cycles, including goal-setting, feedback, and development planning
- Partner with leadership to identify high-potential talent and growth opportunities
- Coach managers on performance conversations and team development
Culture, Engagement & DEI
- Champion a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
- Lead engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and team-building efforts
- Support DEI through inclusive hiring practices and culture-building programs
- Monitor engagement trends and recommend improvements
People Operations
- Maintain HR policies, handbook, and compliance with applicable regulations
- Oversee key processes (vs. executing):
- HR systems, data accuracy, and reporting
- Benefits administration and employee support
- Support compensation benchmarking and leveling as the agency grows
Success Looks Like:
- A strong, diverse talent pipeline that supports agency growth
- High employee engagement and trust in HR as a partner
- Clear, consistent performance practices that support development
- A culture that reflects agency values and supports creativity and collaboration
- Scalable, well-organized HR operations
Who You Are
Thrive in fast-moving, evolving environments
Build trust quickly with candidates, hiring managers, and teams
Communicate clearly and represent the agency with authenticity
Balance speed with thoughtful, high-quality hiring decisions
Stay organized while managing multiple roles and priorities
Are a proactive, resourceful recruiter who builds strong talent pipelines
Bring sound judgment and a people-first approach to every interaction
Care deeply about inclusive hiring and candidate experience
Bring a positive, collaborative, team-first mindset
Qualifications
- 5–8 years of HR experience in a creative agency, marketing/advertising firm, or similar environment
- Strong recruiting experience, especially for creative and client-facing roles
- Experience across employee relations, performance management, and culture initiatives
- Experience with Paylocity a plus
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, growing organization where processes are evolving
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
- Passion for building an inclusive, engaging workplace
Benefits & Perks
Salary Description
$80,000-$90,000 for part time (30-32 hrs per wk)
Equal Employment Opportunity
RP3 is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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