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HR Outsourcing, Fractional HR & Professional Development in New Bern, NC

Complete HR support for New Bern employers: HR outsourcing, fractional HR services, benefits administration, background checks, and SHRM-approved professional development programs.

65+
Years in HR
500+
Employers Served
24-Hr
Response Guarantee
All 50
States Covered

HR Challenges Facing New Bern Businesses Right Now

North Carolina employers face evolving labor laws, rising compliance complexity, and a competitive hiring environment. New Bern businesses in Craven County need a trusted HR partner to stay ahead of changes and protect their workforce.

65+
Years in HR

Catapult has served employers across North Carolina and all 50 states since 1958. Deep experience across every labor law cycle and compliance challenge.

500+
Employers Served

From small businesses to 500+ employee organizations, Catapult delivers the same expert HR support to New Bern employers that large corporations get, without the overhead.

2025–26
Active Compliance Deadlines

North Carolina labor law updates are in effect. Catapult monitors state and federal changes and updates your policies proactively, before penalties arise.

Serving New Bern (28560, 28562, 28560) and surrounding Craven County

HR Services Available to New Bern, NC Employers

Services are provided remotely. No local office required. North Carolina-specific HR expertise, 24-hour response.

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HR Compliance

Real-time North Carolina employment law monitoring with proactive handbook and policy updates. Stay ahead of compliance changes before penalties arise.

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Employee Handbooks

Custom North Carolina-compliant employee handbooks drafted, reviewed, and updated as laws change, never a generic template.

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Benefits Administration

ACA compliance, carrier EDI, COBRA, and open enrollment built around New Bern market rates and North Carolina mandates.

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HR Outsourcing

Fully managed HR operations, onboarding to offboarding, giving New Bern employers a complete HR department without the overhead.

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Fractional HR

Dedicated fractional HR professionals providing strategic HR leadership, policy development, and workforce planning. On-demand expertise without the cost of a full-time hire.

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Background Checks

FCRA-compliant screening: criminal, employment, education verification, and reference checks available in all 50 states.

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Virtual Training

HRCI and SHRM-approved online programs: harassment prevention, manager readiness, DEI, and compliance training.

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Corporate Onsite Training

Instructor-led training at your New Bern location, customized to your industry, culture, and workforce needs.

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Deep Expertise in New Bern’s Key Industries

New Bern’s economy spans Agriculture & Agribusiness, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Military & Defense, sectors where Catapult’s advisors have direct workforce experience.

  • Agriculture & Agribusiness: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for New Bern agriculture & agribusiness employers.
  • Manufacturing: Compliance, handbooks and day-to-day HR for Bern manufacturing employers in Craven County.
  • Healthcare: Workforce planning and employment-law support for New Bern healthcare teams.
  • Military & Defense: Hiring, onboarding and compliance help for Bern military & defense employers around New.
  • Construction: HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for New Bern construction employers.
  • Zip codes served: 28560 • 28562 • 28560 • 28560 • 28560 and throughout Craven County.
Jill Feldman , Catapult HR

Your HR Leadership Team

Jill Feldman

VP of HR Solutions


“New Bern employers face a unique mix of North Carolina regulatory complexity and local labor market conditions. Our team stays ahead of both so you can focus on growing your business.”

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See How Catapult HR Works

Watch how we help New Bern employers simplify HR, stay compliant, and grow with confidence.

Why Catapult HR Is Different

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Catapult in the New Bern Business Community

Catapult works alongside local business associations, chambers, and employer groups across Craven County to support the New Bern employer community, not only as a service provider but as a partner in the region’s workforce.

  • SHRM-affiliated HR education, ongoing training for New Bern HR professionals
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Serving New Bern and Craven County employers since 1999.

Frequently Asked Questions About HR Outsourcing in New Bern

What HR services does Catapult provide to New Bern businesses?
Catapult provides full-service HR outsourcing including payroll administration, benefits management, compliance guidance, employee relations support, HR technology, and fractional HR consulting tailored to employers in New Bern and Craven County.
How is Catapult different from a PEO or staffing agency near New Bern?
Unlike a PEO, Catapult does not co-employ your workers. You retain full control of your employer relationship. Unlike a staffing agency, we don’t place workers; we manage the HR infrastructure for your existing team in New Bern and beyond.
What size businesses does Catapult typically serve in Craven County?
Catapult primarily serves small to mid-sized employers with 10–500 employees, though our fractional HR and compliance services can be scoped for businesses of any size operating in New Bern and the surrounding region.
Does Catapult handle state-specific employment law compliance for New Bern employers?
Yes. Our HR specialists stay current on state and local employment regulations, wage and hour laws, leave policies, and compliance requirements that affect employers in New Bern and Craven County.
How do I get started with HR outsourcing for my New Bern business?
Schedule a free HR consultation with a Catapult advisor. We’ll assess your current HR setup, identify compliance gaps, and recommend the right service level for your team in Craven County.

HR Support for New Bern’s Key Industries

Sector-specific HR outsourcing and compliance for the industries that employ most of the New Bern area.

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Agriculture & Agribusiness

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for New Bern agriculture & agribusiness employers.

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Manufacturing

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for New Bern manufacturing employers.

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Healthcare

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for New Bern healthcare employers.

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Military & Defense

HR outsourcing, compliance and workforce support for New Bern military & defense employers.

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HR Training for New Bern Teams

Live online courses open to New Bern professionals, with in-person sessions in Charlotte and Raleigh.

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HR Training in Greensboro

Upcoming course dates and registration for North Carolina employers.

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HR Training in Raleigh

Upcoming course dates and registration for North Carolina employers.

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Training across North Carolina

State requirements, delivery options and upcoming live sessions.

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Course Catalog

Instructor-led courses with live dates and HRCI and SHRM recertification credit.

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Talent and Recruiting

Recruiting, contract staffing and talent strategy support for New Bern employers.

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Membership and Pricing

Ongoing HR advice, training access and compliance support through Catapult membership.

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The Catapult HR Team Behind Your Business

Certified HR professionals dedicated to serving employers across the US, from small businesses to 500-person organizations.

Stephanie Dillon

Stephanie

Lead HR Advisor

Linda Hunter

Linda

Senior HR Advisor

Karol Dixon

Karol

HR Advisor

Cindy Satter

Cindy

HR Advisor

Breni Malpass

Breni

HR Advisor

Jill Feldman

Jill

VP of HR Solutions

Kendra Stewart

Kendra

Director of HR Solutions

Rated 5.0 on G2 and Trustpilot

“Catapult took our entire benefits and compliance operation off our hands. We stopped worrying about missed deadlines and started focusing on growing the business. Worth every dollar.”

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FAQ: HR Services in New Bern, NC

Common questions from New Bern and Craven County business owners.

What HR services does Catapult provide in New Bern, NC?

Catapult provides HR outsourcing, employee handbooks, benefits administration, compliance monitoring, background checks, and professional development training to New Bern employers. We serve businesses of all sizes throughout Craven County and the surrounding area (28560, 28562, 28560).

How does Catapult handle North Carolina employment law compliance?

Our compliance team monitors North Carolina labor law changes in real time. We proactively update your handbook, policies, and HR procedures before deadlines hit, protecting New Bern employers around the clock.

Does Catapult have a local office in New Bern?

Catapult is a remote-first HR partner. We serve New Bern businesses via phone, video, and secure online platforms. No local office required. We guarantee a 24-hour response to every New Bern client inquiry.

How quickly can Catapult onboard a New Bern business?

Most New Bern clients are fully onboarded within 2–4 weeks. Our implementation team handles system integrations, policy setup, and employee communications so you experience zero disruption.

What industries does Catapult specialize in for New Bern?

We have direct experience serving Agriculture & Agribusiness, Manufacturing, Healthcare employers, core industries in Craven County’s economy. Our HR strategies are built around the real workforce challenges these sectors face in North Carolina.

Serving New Bern & Craven County

Catapult provides remote-first HR services to businesses across New Bern and the greater Craven County area in North Carolina.

Service Area & Contact

Catapult HR: New Bern, NC

📍 Remote-first. No local office required

📞 (866) 440-0302

info@letscatapult.org

🕐 Mon–Fri 8am–6pm EST

Zip codes: 28560 • 28562 • 28560 • 28560 • 28560

24-Hour Response Guarantee

Every New Bern inquiry receives a personal response within one business day.

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