HR Manager, Onsite

HR Manager Location: Dallas, TX Work Schedule: Hybrid – 4 days onsite (Monday–Thursday) Contract Duration: 6 Months (January–June; mid-January start preferred) Pay Rate: $52–$60 per hour Employment Type: Contract Position Overview Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support Employee Relations and Workplace Investigations across the Americas region. This contract role will play a critical role in managing complex ER matters, guiding performance management and termination processes, conducting investigations, and partnering closely with HR Business Partners and Legal to ensure compliance and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate is a confident, solutions-oriented HR professional with deep expertise in employee relations, investigations, PIPs, and terminations, who thrives in a fast-paced, corporate environment. Key Responsibilities Employee Relations Case Management Serve as a primary point of contact for routine and complex employee relations matters across the Americas region. Manage ER case intake, assessment, investigation, and resolution, providing guidance and recommendations to managers and HR Business Partners. Support voluntary and involuntary terminations, ensuring consistent application of company policies and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. Advise managers on performance management, disciplinary actions, corrective action plans, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs). Partner closely with the Legal team to mitigate risk and ensure appropriate case outcomes. Workplace Investigations Lead and conduct timely, thorough, and objective investigations into employee complaints, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, policy violations, and code of conduct concerns. Follow established investigation protocols, including evidence gathering, documentation review, and interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses. Develop clear, concise investigation summaries, findings, and recommended actions. Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate, detailed, and confidential documentation of all ER cases and investigations in the designated case management system. Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and data privacy requirements. Identify trends, systemic issues, and potential risk areas, escalating concerns as appropriate. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required) 5+ years of progressive experience in Employee Relations, HR investigations, and performance management Strong experience managing terminations, PIPs, disciplinary actions, and complex ER cases In-depth knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR compliance requirements Demonstrated ability to conduct fair, objective, and well-documented workplace investigations Excellent written and verbal communication skills High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment Experience partnering with HR Business Partners, managers, and Legal teams Preferred Qualifications HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) Experience supporting a regional or multi-country Americas workforce Familiarity with HR case management and investigation tools Work Environment & Perks Hybrid schedule with 4 days onsite in Dallas, TX Access to an onsite gym and café High-impact role supporting enterprise-level HR operations Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners Wheeler Staffing Partners partners with top organizations to deliver high-caliber HR talent for critical contract and project-based roles. We offer personalized support, transparency, and opportunities that align with your expertise and career goals.