Human Resources Partner

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP stock ownership

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Family leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an HR Partner in Pullman, WA to coach employees and supervisors, handle employee relations, and develop career ladders with SMEs.

You will support training, recruit and hire employee-owners, and ensure HR processes are followed with discretion. The role requires a BA/BS in HR or related field and at least four years of HR experience, with knowledge of employment law and HRIS systems.

Qualifications

• Requires a BA/BS in HR or related field.
• Minimum four years of HR experience.
• Knowledge of employment law and legal hiring practices.
• Excellent listening, interviewing and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with HRIS and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Coach employees and supervisors on personnel topics.
• Handle employee relations issues confidentially and professionally.
• Develop and roll out career ladders with subject matter experts.
• Recruit and hire employee-owners.
• Provide training on standard HR processes and complex behavioral topics.
• Draft and supply updated reports and policies; manage data and reporting requests.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Listening skills

Interviewing skills

Analytical thinking

Discretion/confidentiality

HRIS familiarity

MS Office

Project management

Education

B.A./B.S. in HR or related field

Job description

We are looking for an HR professional to join our team as a Human Resources Partner in Pullman, WA! In this role, you will coach employees and supervisors on various personnel topics, handle employee relations issues with utmost professionalism and confidentiality, develop and roll-out career ladders in partnership with subject matter experts, manage initiatives/projects to improve processes and procedures, recruit and hire the best employee-owners, teach and train employees and supervisors on standard HR processes and complex behavioral topics, and provide exceptional customer service to those you support. If you are passionate about providing top-notch support to employees and supervisors and solving complex problems, then this position may be the career for you!

As a Human Resources Partner, a typical day might include the following: Facilitate meetings to resolve issues. Provide objective feedback, make recommendations on issues as appropriate for both individual employees and managers. Counsel employees and management by interpreting company culture, values and policy, and employment law promptly and accurately. Maintain current knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local regulations; maintain legal documentation. Maintain broad understanding of data relevant to HR area(s); manages reporting requests and interprets data for others. Work with management to help draft and supply updated and useful information such as reports, relevant policies, and/or disciplinary documents. Actively source and recruit, interview, and hire employees. Support Human Resources training efforts. Work independently using initiative to propose solutions to problems.

This job might be for you if:

• You possess a B.A. or B.S. degree in Human Resources or related field
• You have a minimum of four years experience within Human Resources or a related field
• Knowledge of employment law and legal hiring practices and procedures
• Excellent listening, interviewing and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical ability and problem resolution skills
• Skills in investigating and successfully resolving Employee Relations situations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in handling sensitive information and data
• Demonstrated ability to handle/prioritize tasks
• Ability to work independently within a team environment
• You possess proficient knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with an HRIS system and processes

It would be nice if you have:

• PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM certification
• HR Generalist Experience

Location Pullman, WA

This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We're 100% employee owned.

Benefits & Perks

• Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 10 paid holidays
• Annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days
• 9 paid sick days
• Paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

We anticipate filling this position as a Human Resources Partner: $76,050-$112-385 per year. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

Equal Opportunity

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

About SEL

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.