Regional Human Resources Generalist

Terracon; Mountlake Terrace (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Regional Human Resources Generalist to manage HR activities for a specified region in Mountlake Terrace. The successful candidate will oversee employee relations, recruitment, and HR compliance, while also fostering a positive workplace culture. With a strong commitment to safety and adherence to company policies, this role is crucial in supporting the HR team and contributing to organizational success.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement

Various bonus programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' progressive HR experience in a generalist capacity or 8 years' related experience.
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Business acumen or ability to quickly acquire business knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform regional HR activities including employee relations, recruitment, and onboarding.
• Administer HR programs such as performance management and employee wellbeing.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws.

Skills

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Job description

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General Responsibilities:

Regional Human Resources plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment. HR professionals are responsible for managing employee relations (ER), recruitment, onboarding, and development, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal regulations. Responsible for handling a variety of tasks, including responding to employee inquiries, processing HR transactions, conducting background checks, and maintaining employee documentation. Additionally, Regional Human Resources involves administering HR programs, supporting staffing efforts, and communicating HR concerns to leadership, all while upholding safety guidelines and quality standards. The Regional HR Generalist or Manager will solely support the HR activities of a region and may receive support from a Regional HR Coordinator if the region size or volume dictates.

Job Description

General Responsibilities:

Regional Human Resources plays a crucial role in fostering a positive and compliant workplace environment. HR professionals are responsible for managing employee relations (ER), recruitment, onboarding, and development, ensuring adherence to company policies and legal regulations. Responsible for handling a variety of tasks, including responding to employee inquiries, processing HR transactions, conducting background checks, and maintaining employee documentation. Additionally, Regional Human Resources involves administering HR programs, supporting staffing efforts, and communicating HR concerns to leadership, all while upholding safety guidelines and quality standards. The Regional HR Generalist or Manager will solely support the HR activities of a region and may receive support from a Regional HR Coordinator if the region size or volume dictates.

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Perform regional HR activities including but not limited to employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, and employee development, communications, training, culture & wellbeing to ensure consistency and supporting regional performance.
• Collaborate with the People Team to ensure effective communication to Operations.
• Support the region’s HR compliance and strategy needs through consistent performance of HR work such as process and policy interpretation and implementation, training, and initiatives.
• Administer regional HR programs, including, but not limited to, recruiting, performance management, employee wellbeing, and training and development as the regional subject matter expert for HR programs.
• Foster employee engagement and a positive workplace culture.
• Identify staffing and recruiting needs and support hiring and regional recruiting best practices.
• Communicate HR related concerns and escalate complex employee relations situations to corporate HR leadership.
• May process employee-related transactions and changes such as new hires and terminations in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to assure accuracy and compliance with law and company guidelines. Process background checks.
• Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field and a minimum of 4 years’ progressive HR experience in a generalist capacity. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years’ related experience.
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Business acumen or ability to quickly acquire business knowledge.
• Business acumen or ability to quickly acquire business knowledge.
  
  

Preferred Certification:

• SHRM-CP or PHR
  
  

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Minimum $75200 - Maximum $116600

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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