Human Resources Business Partner

DisruptAZ; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Human Resource Generalist to oversee daily HR functions, including employee relations, engagement, and policy enforcement. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field, along with at least three years of HR experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least three years of human resource management experience preferred.
• Current HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP; PHR/SPHR) preferred.
• Ability to work onsite 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Manages and resolves employee relations issues.
• Conducts performance management guidance to line management.
• Maintains knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS

Job description

The Human Resource Generalist will run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including employee relations, engagement, development and enforcing company policies and practices.

• Manages and resolves employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to payroll processing, new hire orientation, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, training and development, disciplinary matters; compensation, benefits, and leave; productivity, recognition, and morale; and occupational health and safety.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Participate in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up ensure training objectives are met.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Assists with employee investigations, and attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, and terminations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Ensures compliance and participation in various educational grants (e.g., GoingPro).
• Act as a back-up to additional HR team members.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be taken into consideration.
• At least three years of human resource management experience preferred.
• Current human resources and/or compensation credentials or certification preferred. (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP; PHR/SPHR, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Must be able to come in during the second or third shift, when the needs arise.
• Ability to work onsite 5 days per week.

Essential Physical Requirements of position:

This position requires continuous: (continuous = 67-100% or the time)

Talking, seeing, and hearing, stooping, grasping, typing, sitting, and walking.

This position can require frequent: (frequent = 33-50% of the time)

Climbing, pulling, lifting, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, repetitive hand motions, pushing, driving, bending at waist, and twisting upper body.

Physical efforts of the job:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

· Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facility.