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HDR · 1 day ago

Area Human Resources Leader

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

HDR is a company that values employee engagement and inclusion, striving to create a welcoming environment for all. In the role of Area HR Manager, you will be responsible for providing HR support, managing employee relations, and promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Provide assistance to Area Managers/Managing Principals with the fair and consistent interpretation and application of HDR policies and procedures, including those of moderate complexity. Consult with the Regional HR Director as needed

Provide assistance to employees regarding the fair and consistent interpretation of HDR policies and procedures

Conduct the intake and complete the investigation of employee relations issues and provide recommendations for resolution to Area Managers/Managing Principals. Inform employees of outcome and recommended course of action

Consult with Regional Human Resources Director, Area Managers/Managing Principals on performance management and behavioral concerns including assistance with drafting corrective action and performance improvement documents

May assist in legal and compliance matters, such as lawsuits and audits

Consult, coordinate and manage reductions in force and terminations of employment with the Regional Human Resources Director and Area Manager/Managing Principal, Regional Operations Director, as needed

Manage the ADA accommodation process with counsel from the Regional Human Resources Directors

Help facilitate leaves of absence

Ensure Human Resources procedures and activities align with federal, state, local regulations and ethical practices

Help facilitate the annual performance conversation review process for maximum participation

Coordinate with the Regional Human Resources Director to present HR related training programs within area as needed

Oversee the completion of employee paperwork to corporate office

Support the implementation of HDR's strategic plan

May supervise Human Resources or administrative staff as needed

Other duties as assigned

Assist with building upon current practices to institute best-in-class efforts to promote equity and inclusion at all levels of the company

Focus on driving and supporting an inclusive work environment and on integrating diversity and equity into everyday business

Assist with diversity, equity and inclusion functions and positive initiatives

Create the affirmative action plan for your office(s) and engage staff in activities in support of the plan

Partner with Recruiting, hiring manager and HR Manager on select recruitment activities

Coordinate with recruiters on identification of alternative positions for staff faced with potential lay off due to lack of work

Partner with members of the recruitment team on driving educational based efforts to incorporate consistent usage of the recruitment tools and processes at a local level

Work with the Corporate Mobility and Immigration team on mobility and immigration matters

Partner with the Corporate Compensation and Benefit team to handle complex compensation and benefit matters such as leave of absences, benefit and compensation

Assist the leadership with personnel administration, salary plans, and other special reports

Qualification

Human Resources CertificationsEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementMS Office ProficiencyTraining FacilitationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

A minimum of eight years related progressive experience

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Proficiency with MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Strong interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to build and maintain positive internal relationships and be a team player

Detail oriented, with strong organizational and follow-up skills

Self-motivated with ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and various manager requests in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong client service level

Ability to remain a neutral third-party and maintain credibility as a consultant to management and employees

Ability to facilitate employee training

Ability to travel 20% of the time

Must be committed to support HDR's values to Live the Network, to Listen First, to Hold Ourselves Accountable, to Push Boundaries and to Design Smart