Senior HR Generalist

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Job description

JOB CODE:

HR0500

DEPARTMENT:

Human Resources

REPORTS TO:

Human Resources Manager and Director of Human Resources

SUMMARY:

Provides human resources support to one or more business units. Consults and advises business unit members for the effective implementation of human resources policies and procedures.

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Under minimal direction from the Human Resources Manager, ensures successful administration of the business unit's human resources function.

§ Administers human resources policies, programs and services, including recruitment, selection, retention, legal compliance, employee benefits, employee relations, professional development, and compensation analysis. Promotes firmwide diversity and affirmative action efforts.

§ Maintains current knowledge and understanding regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments, and applicable laws regarding human resources policies, programs, and issues.

§ Serves as point of contact for employee questions, information, and forms. Assists staff as necessary to promote a productive work environment and to ensure consistent and appropriate human resources practices and procedures are being implemented.

§ Responsible for the maintenance of employment files, processes required status forms and paperwork, and performs data entry ensuring systems containing employment-related data is accurate. Coordinates closely with Payroll for accurate and timely payroll processing.

§ Assists in all aspects of the recruitment process including screening resumes, conducting interviews, reference checks, and making employment offers. Posts jobs and tracks applicants with applicant tracking ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity actions are taken.

§ Administers training and performance development programs; including orientation and on-boarding for new hires. Trains and coordinates staff on the performance management process.

§ Administers benefit enrollments and assists employees with company benefits questions and issues.

§ Processes unemployment and workers' compensation claims.

§ Provides employment verifications for current and former employees.

§ Processes all terminations and conducts exit interviews. Analyzes data and makes recommendations for corrective action and continuous improvement.

§ Oversees immigration compliance. Prepares and processes employment visa and permanent residency paperwork.

§ Coordinates employee recognition awards program.

§ Coordinates continuing education program, reports AIA credits for employees and maintains records for licensure.

§ Tracks, orders and distributes American Express, parking, security access and business cards.

§ Works closely with Corporate Human Resources and Payroll for guidance on firmwide related practices and procedure adherence. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures for continuous improvement and the quality of services provided.

§ Participates in local or state professional associations, maintains active membership, and attends conferences for continued education and growth.

§ Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

§ Bachelor's degree in human resources management, organizational development, business management or other related field of study.

§ 5+ years' human resources management experience required.

§ Professional Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

§ Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources administration.

§ Ability to manage projects by maintaining direction and focus through proactive planning, organized approaches to work and effectively meeting deadlines.

§ Ability to create and maintain a collaborative team environment; to build relationships and effectively work with all levels of employees.

§ Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing. Possesses influencing skills as well as the ability to present complex situations in a clear and simple way.

§ Ability to assist managers and employees through complex, difficult, and emotional issues. Demonstrates the capacity to manage changing priorities and ambiguity while remaining calm and controlled.

§ Ability to maintain high degree of confidentiality and strong adherence to the practice of business ethics.

§ Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

§ Proficiency in ADP and SilkRoad preferred.

OTHER:

§ Travel may be required.

§ Overtime may be required.

§ The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Human resources: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• HR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location