JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, this position provides daily guidance on Human Resource programs, processes and policies to ensure consistency and applicability across our Topeka office and job sites. The role assesses and anticipates HR-related needs.  This role manages most aspects of the employment life cycle including: recruiting, hiring, new hire orientation, benefits administration and terminations. The incumbent is responsible for the general administration of human resources practices and policies.  This role ensures consistent application of HR laws, regulations and company policies.  This role works with a diverse level of employees from our corporate office to our field sites.  Must be willing to spend time out on our construction sites meeting with employees and supervisors. 

ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE

Workforce Management

·         Work with HRBP to evaluate staffing levels through workforce planning

·         Maintain records for EEO and affirmative action reporting requirements

·         Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation

·         Supports the performance management cycle

·         Work with HRBP to establish and implement manpower goals

Talent Acquisition

·         Post openings, source resumes, conduct phone screens and interviews, and prepare and communicate offers, etc.

·         Attend general career fairs and college job fairs promoting our brand and recruiting top talent

·         Execute onboarding process for new hires

·         Conduct new hire orientation, including completion of all new forms (i.e. I-9 and W-4), policy review and benefits introduction

·         Perform exit interviews to gather data for ways to improve

Employee Relations

·         Coordinates benefit administration including answering questions, completing and filing necessary forms, employee training, open enrollment assistance, etc.

·         Works with HRBP closely to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention

·         Accurately inputs personnel information into the HR management system

·         Complete employment verifications as needed

·         Answer phones and greet people walking into lobby

·         Order and maintain office supplies

·         Responsible for general office organization and maintenance

·         Other duties or projects as assigned

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

·         Time to fill

·         Customer satisfaction

·         Retention rate

·         Objectives completion

COMPETENCIES

·         Business acumen

·         Consultation

·         Communication

·         Ethical practice

·         Critical thinking

·         Cultural awareness

·         HR expertise

·         Relationship management

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

·         Bachelor’s Degree in human resources, business, psychology or relevant HR experience

·         Working knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines including: compensation practices, performance management, and federal and state employment laws

CERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·         Bilingual (English & Spanish) strongly preferred

·         SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) certification preferred

·         Judgement and decision making

·         Critical thinking

·         Excellent oral and written communication

·         Time management

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         Keyboarding/typing

·         Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy

·         Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

·         Ability to effectively verbally communicate

·         Ability to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk and lift heavy objects (50 lbs)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         Office environment with varying degrees of noise levels

·         Outside at times; may be exposed to outdoor seasonal temperature extremes

·         Visit construction sites; air quality/environmental contaminants consistent with an outdoor

construction site