QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or equivalent; combination of work experience and education will be considered
• Master’s Degree preferred but not required.
• 5 to 10 years progressive experience in HR as Generalist or HRBP of Employee Relations.
• Experience in job analysis, Employee Relations and HR consulting.
• Administration of multi-state programs for exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Experience with international knowledge desired.

DESCRIPTION

The Employee Relations and ER Strategic planning Business Partner is responsible for administering company- wide Employee Relations ("ER") programs, investigation of employees’ complaints, and needs to understand any relevant states/Federal regulations regarding HR, Payroll, Workers compensation, Safety, Security and Employee best practices. This role also works with the Workers compensation, Safety and Security administrator(s), cross-training is needed to backup each other as needed. Monitors Tier 1 policies and regulations and provides all the support to PDC and corporate personnel to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. This position requires that incumbent must also exhibit ethical behavior as stewards of the organization.

WORK SCHEDULE & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Monday through Friday, hours need to overlap 1st and 2nd shifts.
• Occasional overnight travel (up to 20%) by land and/or air.

SKILLS:

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proven strong analytical and mathematical abilities.
• Strong team player/good at working with others.
• Customer focused; Operates with high sense of urgency.
• Able to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Open to changing priorities.
• HR Planning & Analysis.
• Knowledge of ERISA, COBRA, HIPPA regulation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong presentation, project and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, takes initiative, can research or benchmark to find best practices.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, HRIS, Budgeting, Payroll systems, SAP, Ability to program spreadsheets, etc.
• Influence and Change Management; guide changes in the organization.
  The base pay range above represents the low and high end of the base compensation range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual base compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, actual experience, and job performance. This job posting is not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee.
  The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for our employees. Based on the details of your position, we provide a variety of benefits to our employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans, pre-tax savings plans, pre-tax parking and commuter plans, supplemental health and welfare plans, a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and paid holidays. Other rewards may include short-term incentives and paid time off.

• Employee Relations:
• Investigate employees’ complaints and review PDC management disciplinary Action Notice ("DAN") based on the result of investigation (if required) and monitor federal/state laws/regulations and HR operation standards.
• Partner with PDC managers and employees to resolve employee relations issues through coaching, counseling, investigations and conflict resolution.
• Work closely with ER corporate HQ personnel and Manager to ensure smooth handling of ER related matters.
• Co-Manage PDC ER Programs; Listen to VOC of employees and management.
• Safety:
• Administering company- wide safety programs, training, and reinforcing IIPP.
• Coordinate safety training programs.
• Work with PDCs to ensure that safety related matters are addressed timely.
• Assist with Safety audits as necessary.
• Assist with addressing employee safety concerns.
• Assist with responding to general questions in regards to safety/ WC.
• Act as liaison between management and HQ team to ensure communication gaps are eliminated.
• Understand, monitor, and apply any relevant state/Federal regulations regarding HR, Workers’ compensation, Safety, Security and Employment best practices.
• Work closely with the Safety and Workers’ compensation Supervisor to ensure smooth implementation and handling of Safety/ WC related matters.
• Manage and guide them through best actions to take, keeping in mind EEO laws.
• Handle new hire orientation, resignations, exit interviews, background checks and drug screening.
• Handle audits in relation to hiring practices from government agencies in tandem with HQ HR management.
• Reporting employment and attrition.
• Partner with local agency management to fulfill PDC agency positions, report agency HC.
• HR Knowledge – EEO requirements, compliance with federal and state laws and responding to claims, complaints and hearing requirements. Knowledge of labor laws (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, CFRA, DFEH, State Leave laws, and safety requirements (OSHA, HazMat).
• Provide support to PDC and corporate personnel to ensure compliance with company policies, federal and state regulations.
• This position requires ethical behavior as stewards of the organization.
• Train PDC management and employees on Workers Compensation, Employee Relation, Security and HR related company policies and procedures.
• Work with all other Human Resources department employees.