Description

This professional position serves as an advisor to the CEO as a member of the Senior Management team, mentors Managers and Supervisors on employee relations and workforce issues and is responsible for the Human Resources administrative functions of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelors Degree in Human Resources (Industrial Relations) and/or Business required, specialized Masters Degree in HR or Law or MBA preferred, 10 years of directly related experience may be substituted
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible Human Resources experience required, preferred experience in a leadership position
• Professional certification in HR (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHR) strongly preferred
• High standards of honesty and ethics, as demonstrated by work history
• Knowledge of business management practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Must pass a criminal background investigation

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, and other laws, regulations, and requirements
• Ensure compliance with requirements as a federal contractor (OFCCP requirements)
• Compile and submit all compliance related reports for ACA, EEO, VEVRAA, etc.
• Maintains knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices in employment law, human resources, and talent management by participating in HR professional organizations and reading news briefs, articles, and compliance releases
• Researches, develops, and implements employee benefits, compensation, and incentive and retention programs
• Work with benefits agent to renegotiate benefits plans annually
• Provide professional input in the planning and implementation of new projects and lines of business
• Mentor managers and first-line supervisors in employee relations matters to provide a consistent workplace culture and employee experience; arrange training for supervisors as needed
• Oversee performance management practices and disciplinary actions; approve and handle all terminations
• Manage and perform full life-cycle hiring, including recruitment and selection of entry-level to professional and management positions
• Handle workers compensation policy, injury reporting, and claims
• Administration of leaves of absence (FMLA, Personal Leave) and Unemployment claims
• Update company policies as needed
• Oversee safety program
• Assists in the development of the annual budget

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to walk; sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear
• Work environment: This position involves sitting at a desk, working at a computer, and occasionally driving to other work locations. The employee may be exposed to weather conditions and minimal noise

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