Job Location : Buffalo,NY, USA
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Employee Relations:
* A primary point of contact for employee relations issues providing expert advice and resolution.
* Provides HR consultation to HR Managers and Administrators at assigned facilities
* Foster a positive work environment that aligns with Living Legends' values and culture
* Stay informed on trends, legislative and regulatory issues affecting HR programs and ensure necessary adjustments are communicated and implemented.
* Provide training, troubleshooting, and support for relevant HR business processes
* Develop and maintain HR standard operating procedures
* Collaborate with facility HR teams to ensure accurate and effective HR analytics and reporting.
* Develop and manage HR project plans, ensuring timely and within-scope delivery.
* Trains new HR Managers on HR policies and procedures and HRIS system
* Work in a collaborative environment to uphold company policies, best practices and work closely with Facility administration in an effort where HR can assist in strengthening and supporting internal teams.
* Develop initiatives, policies and programs to complement existing practices and create consistency across the organization
Compliance & Risk Management:
* Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as Living Legends standards for HR.
* Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
* Responsible for ensuring assigned facilities are adhering to established HR and payroll policies and procedures specifically, hiring, discharge, payroll, EEO, OSHA reporting.
* Ensures facilities labor contracts are adhered to in regard to pay, benefits and leave of absence practices
* Conducts facility CHRC, HR file and OSHA audits
* Responsible for annual OSHA, EEO and ACA reporting for all facilities
Compensation & Benefits:
* Assists with administering and manage compensation programs, including salary reviews, bonus programs, and benefits administration.
Performance Management:
* Assist with the performance management ensuring timely and effective feedback, evaluations, and performance improvement plans.
* Support leadership development through coaching and mentorship.
* Any other duties as requested by their supervisor
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and develop others.
* Excellent computer skills (Microsoft suite; HRIS systems, Payroll systems)
* Excel and skills in database management recordkeeping.
* Experience in administration of benefits and compensation programs.
* Evidence of the practice of high level of confidentiality.
* Proficiency in analytics, database management, word processing, and Excel.
* Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to manage competing demands and deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
* Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
* Ability to consider alternative courses of action and select the best one; tackle problems or issues directly and make decisions in a timely manner; exercise sound business judgment.
* Consistently perform all job duties with a high degree of accuracy while meeting necessary deadlines.
* Ability to establish regular check points to prevent problems; take constructive timely action to remedy problems and consistently meet quality standard and deadlines.
* Ability to channel the differing needs and viewpoints of others into constructive problem solving.
* Ability to adjust constructively and flexibly to meet the requirements of different work situations; maintain patience, confidence and composure under pressure or adverse circumstances without compromising the timely completion of job duties.
* Ability to present a positive professional image.
* Ability to maintain strict confidence regarding all information and issues addressed under this position.
* Valid NYS Driver's license in good standing, reliable vehicle and valid NYS registration.
* Must be able to mentor and provide guidance/leadership to direct reports
* Exceptional reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and recommend solutions.
* Strategic thinking, consulting, and process-oriented abilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration
EXPERIENCE:
MINIMUM: 7 years of Human Resource Manager experience including experience in unionized setting
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
* Valid NYS Driver's License
* Reliable Motor Vehicle
* Travel required