Manager - Human Resources

Preferred Competencies:

Demonstrated skills and abilities as might be expected from an individual with . . .

• 5+ years' HR experience
• Labor relations experience in union workforce preferred
• At least 2+ years supervisory experience
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field

Problem Solving Capability

• Anticipates needs; assesses requirements and identifies new solutions
• Leads others or a process to solve complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions

Leadership Competencies

• Explains and presents difficult issues and works to build consensus
• Makes decisions guided by policies in nonstandard situations
• Is accountable for small projects or programs with manageable risks and resource requirements

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Sound knowledge of human resources management fundamentals developed through a combination of practical experience and formal training and can demonstrably apply this knowledge in the workplace
• Initiate and implement change with commitment and drive
• Understand the business plan and ensure HR processes and systems deliver the required business outcomes.
• Focus HR systems, processes, and resources on development of leadership and other core capabilities required at all levels of the organization.
• Leads by example in the development of an organizational culture that fosters the building of collaborative relationships.
• Strong leadership skills and relationship-management skills
• Flexible to meet constantly changing demands of the business
• Able to maintain confidentiality & build trust at all levels of the organization

Relevant experience

• Proven project management experience in implementing HR programs
• Demonstrated success in heavy volume recruiting and employee relations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills enabling effective execution of the position at all levels of the organization.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally
• Strong organizational and time management skills enabling the execution of multiple responsibilities on an ongoing basis and within schedule constraints.

Other Information:

• Travel as required
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Job Objective: The purpose of this role is to manage HR programs, procedures, and policies to ensure that they are aligned with the Company's business plans and goals. Additionally, this role will uphold strict adherence to administering labor relations policies and procedures along with personnel activities associated with operation management within the assigned locations; to counsel and provide guidance in labor relations matters to management, aid in employee counseling sessions and to perform special assignments in other areas of employee relations activities required to either develop new or modify existing programs or long-term initiatives.

Essential Functions: Manage employee relations to ensure employee issues are dealt with in a fair and equitable manner in accordance with both local employee engagement and internal policies and procedures. Advise employees and managers on HR related issues. Provide HR support to business programs as required through implementation and guidance at all key stages to ensure delivery and business objectives are met. Advise managers on best practices, and HR processes.