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Matrix Service Divisional Human Resources Manager in Houston, Texas
Description
Job Summary
The Divisional Human Resources Manager is primarily responsible for performing a broad range of human resources activities, including recruitment and staffing, employee relations, policy and procedure administration, training, and legal compliance within the Division.
Essential Functions
Represent the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
Actively support the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
Provide direction to managers on human resources programs, policies and procedures including recruitment and staffing, salary administration, employee relations, performance management, wage and hour regulations, and other related issues.
Implement and administer employee handbook and other human resources policies, ensure consistent adherence to policies and programs, and interpret policies for managers and employees.
Ensure compliance with employment law, including participating in internal investigations, EEOC/DOL claims, government audits, lawsuits, etc. Represent Company at EEOC, unemployment, and workers’ compensation hearings.
Provide guidance to managers on day-to-day employee relations issues – e.g., coaching and counseling employees, handling sensitive employee issues, discipline, layoffs, terminations, etc.
Provide guidance and support to managers in their recruitment of employees. Define, recommend and implement targeted recruiting strategies. Assist with the definition of selection criteria and write job descriptions, job postings and advertisements.
Provide guidance to managers regarding salary administration, including implementing the Company’s salary administration guidelines, advising managers in hiring/promotion decisions, and with distribution of the merit budget.
Provide guidance and support to managers on succession planning activities, to include identifying top performers and assisting in the development of key personnel.
Facilitate Management 101 training sessions, focused on employment law, company policies and expectations of a leader, as well as deliver other training sessions, as needed.
Assist managers with candidate interview and selection, salary administration and offer negotiations; actively participate in the interview and selection process.
Support, participate, and implement corporate Human Resources strategies, policies and initiatives; make recommendations for new or improved practices.
Interview, hire, train, evaluate, and terminate subordinate personnel. Establish department and individual goals/objectives and direct, and actively participate as necessary, subordinate personnel in achievement of responsibilities and objectives.
Monitor and stay current with industry trends, best practices and legislative developments in all aspects of human resources.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
B.S. degree in Business, Management or a related discipline, or equivalent level experience.
8+ years’ experience in human resources management, including experience in employee relations, compensation, HRIS, training and development, and/or recruiting and staffing, preferably in an industrial environment with an emphasis in the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) industry.
Solid knowledge and practical application of federal and state employment laws.
Broad experience in human resources, including recruitment and staffing, salary administration, employee relations, policy administration, and legal compliance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong customer service orientation.
Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with conflict and problem solving.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point and database applications.
Confidentiality and discretion a must; ability to handle sensitive situations.
Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
PHR and/or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
Ability to work and interact effectively at all internal organizational levels.
Willingness to travel as needed/required.
EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.