As an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, it is the policy and employment practice of the Wagman that there will be no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability in the recruiting of applicants for employment or in the hiring of employees. Wagman’s policy of nondiscrimination applies to all work-related actions; including but not limited to employment, promotion, transfer, discharge, training, or retraining under programs to which the company subscribes; recruitment or recruitment advertising. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified disabled persons according to existing state and federal law. Requests by qualified disabled persons for reasonable accommodation are encouraged by the company. All employees are requested to encourage women, persons of minority races and disabled persons to apply for employment with the company.
City: York State/Territory: Pennsylvania Employment Type Full Time Salaried
Education Requirement: Bachelors Experience Requirement: 8 years Human Resources Special Skills: EEO/DEI Travel Requirement: Yes Description
Position: Director of Human Resources Travel: Some travel to visit new and long-term employees at project jobsites and other offices
We are currently seeking a Director of Human Resources to join our team. The Director of Human Resources is responsible for leading, developing, managing, and continuously improving the Human Resource Department. The Director of HR plans, develops, and supervises all human resource functions including recruiting, staffing, benefits administration, employment, on-boarding, compensation, and employee development in alignment with department managers and executives. This person will serve as the EEO Officer and DEI Officer. The Director of HR will also initiate and support employee relations and employee engagement initiatives to foster a work environment and culture that aligns with Wagman’s Core Values and positions Wagman as a premier employer.
This position reports directly to the President of Wagman, Inc.
This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.
Wagman is a multi-faceted construction firm with operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services. Founded in 1902, Wagman is a fourth-generation family-owned company with offices in Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Qualifications:
Knowledge and understanding of HR Trends, Recruiting, Employment Law, Compensation, Benefits, EEO, FMLA, Employee Relations, Organizational Development and HR Technology is required.
Knowledge of regulations, best practices, and applicable laws regarding human resources.
Adept at handling sensitive employee relations matters.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels in the company; able to relate to people in the office & field.
Ability to multitask and execute effectively on a wide variety of tasks and initiatives simultaneously.
Passionate about creating a world class workplace, that retains and attracts highly talented individuals.
Possess a strong personal value system that encompasses high integrity, honesty, a solid work ethic, and high professional standard.
Essential Functions
Company Management Team
Partners with other Directors, Executives, and teams in the company to work on short term and long-term strategic initiatives.
Promote and help move forward the strategic plan of the Company in accordance with our vision, mission, and core values.
HR Leadership
Lead, mentor and develop the team of HR professionals. Provide substantive technical advice and knowledge to support the development of team members. Draft and implement the yearly HR budget and action items.
Interface and communicate with all areas of the Company including jobsites and remote offices.
Serve as EEO Officer - Oversee various compliance efforts including EEO, Affirmative Action, and FMLA. Assure HR related state and federal regulatory compliance are followed as well as compliance under OFCCP regulations.
Member of Ethics Committee
Champion employee relations
Coordinate and lead new employee orientation efforts with HR Team
Be a resource for employees and offer counseling/EAP services.
Help create and administer annual calendar of training programs for all areas of the Company.
Oversee employee review process
Develop and direct all department standards and procedures providing administrative and technical direction on all HR solutions tailored to our business.
Strategically utilize technology and continuous improvement to further Company goals and increase efficiency.
Work with Benefits Committee to design, develop, implement and administer a superior package of diverse, competitive and cost-effective employee benefits.
Recruiting
Lead the HR Team to recruit, hire, develop and cultivate a world class organization. Directly responsible for the attraction, retention, engagement, compensation, and other facets of all team members.
Collaborate with Marketing to advise on externally facing messages across multi-channel platforms to help capture top talent.
Education & Experience
A minimum of 8 years Human Resources experience.
B.S. Degree in Human Resources or similar is required.
Experience working with diverse people required.
SHRM-CP, PHR or similar strongly preferred.
Experience in construction or related industry is strongly preferred.
EEO Officer & DEI Officer experience strongly preferred.
Experience working in the construction industry strongly preferred.
Ability to speak Spanish preferred.
Company Benefits:
Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes:
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
Company Paid Disability and Life Insurance
Wellness Programs and Incentives, that include Orthopedic Care
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
Wagman’s Core Values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, innovation, sense of urgency, and community are an integral part of every decision and every plan made at Wagman and these values have laid the foundation for our success and longevity for our past, present, and future. Consistently being recognized with national and regional awards for projects, safety and community is a testament of our commitment to these values. Beyond the buildings and bridges which connect and improve our communities, Wagman has community engagement programs and initiatives which help to build better, for our people.
Wagman Culture Wagman is committed to cultivating a workforce and preserving a culture built on our core values. Our people are our most valuable assets. We value the diverse identities, experiences, perspectives, backgrounds capabilities and talents that our people bring to Wagman.
From hiring to training, development, and promotions to special events, Wagman is committed to providing equal and equitable opportunities and rewarding experiences. As a family business providing a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with our mission, we foster diverse and inclusive work experiences and a sense of belonging.
Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We recognize and value our diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
