HR General Test

Livingston International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The HR Generalist delivers employee services in support of the global HR operations. Responsibilities include processing and maintaining electronic and paper employee records, administering various HR programs, and providing customer service to employees and managers through the timely response and resolution to inquiries.

Key areas include Employee Relations, Performance Management and People Development, and Recruitment and Staffing.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment law and multiple HR disciplines.
• Ability to think beyond the HR function and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
• Understanding of motivation principles and organizational behavior; ability to manage organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Respond to staff inquiries/complaints and conduct investigations when needed.
• Promote organizational values; partner with leaders to foster an engaged work environment.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws; liaise with managers on HR policies and procedures.
• May participate in labor board hearings, mediation, and litigation.
• Provide consultative advice on performance management and development.
• Counsel employees and management on career and leadership growth.
• Facilitate HR trainings and participate in corporate HR initiatives.
• Support university co-op programs and assist with job documentation.

Skills

Employment law

HR disciplines

Strategic thinking

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Organization & planning

Tools

MS Office

HRIS

Job description

Join Livingston and grow your career about the constantly changing world of international trade. Livingston is a market leader offering customs brokerage, international trade consulting, compliance and freight forwarding services around the world. Livingston has over 3,000 employees at more than 90 key border crossings, sea ports, airports and other strategic locations in North America, Europe and Asia.

Our fast-paced and collaborative environment offers you the opportunity to work with leaders in the industry, receive recognition for achievements and develop your expertise in the complex and evolving world of trade. Learn how you can make an impact at Livingston.

Short Summary

The HR Generalist delivers employee services in support of the global HR operations. Responsibilities include processing and maintaining electronic and paper employee records, administering various HR programs, and providing customer service to employees and managers through the timely response and resolution to inquiries.

Job Description

Employee Relations

• Responds to staff inquiries/complaints and conducts thorough investigations, if necessary.
• Through example, promotes organizational values, behaviors and diversity; partners with business leaders to develop an engaged work environment that drives productivity, attracts and retains talent.
• Liaises with managers to ensure compliance with employment-related legislation/law, code of conduct and human resources policies and procedures.
• May participate in labor board hearings, mediation process and litigation.

Performance Management and People Development

• Provides consultative advice on performance management issues with management and employees.
• Counsels, guides and advises employees and all levels of management on career and leadership development.
• Facilitates human resources training programs – e.g., Managing Career's Planning Workshop, Progressive Steps to Success, Salary Planning training, Harassment and Respect in the Workplace etc.
• Participates in special projects or corporate HR initiatives as required.

Recruitment and Staffing

• Participates in the identification and participation in university/college co-op programs, as needed.
• May review position descriptions and Job Information Questionnaires, and assist with job documentation for the purpose of evaluation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management. Adheres to established policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of federal and provincial/state employment law and multiple human resource disciplines (employee relations, human resources planning, recruitment, training, performance management, compensation)
• Ability to think beyond the HR function and contribute to the overall success of the organization
• Solid understanding of individual motivation principles and organizational behavior; ability to successfully manage organizational change, strategic thinker
• Strong conflict resolution skills; excellent research, analytical and problem-solving capabilities to ensure problems, complaints, and inquiries are handled tactfully, effectively and promptly; ability to recommend win-win solutions
• Excellent presentation, facilitation and communication (written and oral) skills
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in MS Office and HRIS

Able to Lead

Livingston is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.