Description:

The Senior Human Resources Manager will serve as a business partner to assigned clients and consult with all levels and management on HR-related matters, including recruiting, employee relations, performance management, immigration, benefits and compensation planning. 

Essential Functions:

Serves as a business partner to assigned clients and provides consulting on Human Resource-related issues including employee relations, performance management, recruiting/work force planning, career development and salary planning. Devises solutions requiring a high degree of creativity and innovation, and ensures methods align with the overall functional and business strategy. Applies advanced knowledge to independently execute complex tasks under minimal supervision and contribute to decision-making around strategy execution. Works closely with recruiting specialist/manager to provide recruiting support to assigned clients. This may include sourcing, participation in job fairs, diversity outreach programs, interviewing and working within the Applicant Tracking System to ensure accurate recordkeeping. Implements, leads and facilitates HR initiatives and projects. Facilitates training on employee development, coaching and other management topics.  Assists Benefits Manager with disability and FMLA communications. Provides guidance and support to management and employees on benefit issues (eligibility, status changes, COBRA, leaves of absence and open enrollment). Manages annual performance management process by consulting with managers and employees regarding process/tool. Mediates employee concerns/complaints. Leads/conducts investigations and manages/facilitates corrective actions. Responsible for complying with federal, state and local requirements including the Affirmative Action Plan; files EEO-1, 4212 reports annually; maintains other related records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations. Workforce planning and organizational design.  

Additional Responsibilities:

Ensures compliance to state and federal employment laws. Keeps updated on current federal and state employment law through various means including research, seminars, and meetings. Partners with Immigration Paralegal to file work visas as it pertains to employee sponsorships. Handles unemployment claims as well as represents the company at unemployment hearings. Works closely with Payroll to ensure accuracy.